Median Income
$45,750
39% lower than US avg
Home Value
$258,800
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
19.9%
60% higher than US avg
How Mission Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population938
Median Age24.7 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Economy
C+
Median Income$45,750
Per Capita$18,275
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty19.9%
County GDP$4,552M
Commute11 min
Housing
B
Home Value$258,800
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation1,423 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute11 min
Libraries12
Is Mission a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mission receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mission has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mission is $45,750, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mission is $258,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Mission experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 14.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Mission has a population of 938 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 24.7 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (83%), with 9.5% White.
Population
24.7yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
The median household income in Mission is $45,750, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,750 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,275 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,069 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,429 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.9% |
| 92% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 19.9% |
| 60% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,534 |
| County GDP | $4,552M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 174 |
| Healthcare | 178 |
| Retail | 235 |
| Manufacturing | 63 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 10.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Mission is $258,800, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $258,800 |
| 8% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $663 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
In Mission, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mission vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.9% |
| Asthma | 15.6% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.5% |
| Physical Distress | 18.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,639/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 178 |
Crime Rates: Mission vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Mission has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.2 inches |
| 55% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,423 ft (434 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 123/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6586°N, 118.6655°W |
| County FIPS | 41059 |