Median Income
$42,778
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$77,200
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
36.7%
196% higher than US avg
How Second Mesa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,206
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
D
Median Income$42,778
Per Capita$9,780
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty36.7%
County GDP$4,065M
Housing
A+
Home Value$77,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation6,020 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+85.9%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Libraries15
Is Second Mesa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Second Mesa receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Second Mesa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Second Mesa is $42,778, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 36.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Second Mesa is $77,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Second Mesa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Second Mesa has a population of 1,206 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).
Population
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Second Mesa vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 22.4% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Spanish | 77.6% |
| 479% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Second Mesa vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Second Mesa is $42,778, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Second Mesa vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,778 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $9,780 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,299 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.9% |
| 258% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 36.7% |
| 196% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,970 |
| County GDP | $4,065M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 248 |
| Healthcare | 253 |
| Retail | 278 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,898 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.75% |
The median home value in Second Mesa is $77,200, 73% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,200 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,898 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.75% |
In Second Mesa, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Second Mesa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.9% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 17.1% |
| COPD | 11.5% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 24.4% |
| Physical Distress | 20.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 21,728/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 253 |
Crime Rates: Second Mesa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 37 |
Safety Score
Second Mesa has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,020 ft (1,835 m) |
| Area | 40.1 sq mi (103.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8514°N, 110.4980°W |
| County FIPS | 04017 |