Median Income
$34,000
55% lower than US avg
Home Value
$56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
49.2%
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
45.8%
269% higher than US avg
How Mission Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,380
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density2,339/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Economy
F
Median Income$34,000
Per Capita$15,357
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty45.8%
County GDP$313M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$56,900
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.3%
Health
Obesity49.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease10.1%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Elevation2,579 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute16 min
Libraries1
Is Mission a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mission receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. 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 $34,000, 55% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 45.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mission is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Mission experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Mission has a population of 1,380 with a density of 2,339 people per square mile. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (85.7%), with 11.2% White.
Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.1% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.9% |
| 19% above US avg |
The median household income in Mission is $34,000, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,000 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,357 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $949 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $39,367 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.8% |
| 228% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 45.8% |
| 269% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 108 |
| County GDP | $313M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Mission is $56,900, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $56,900 |
| 80% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $631 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Mission, 49.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 39.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mission vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 49.2% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 21.2% |
| Heart Disease | 10.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.1% |
| Asthma | 15.0% |
| COPD | 12.8% |
| Stroke | 6.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.3% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 21.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 34,850/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
Crime Rates: Mission vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Mission has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.9 inches |
| 45% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,579 ft (786 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,339/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3063°N, 100.6609°W |
| County FIPS | 46121 |