White Mesa, UT

Utah

White Mesa is a small town in Utah with a population of 74. Residents earn $53,839 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
74 Population 5/sq mi density
$53,839 Median Income $35,261 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,839 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,839
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How White Mesa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population74
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 16%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,839
Per Capita$35,261
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$823M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain10.2 in/yr
Elevation5,275 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+78.6%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Broadband34.0%
Libraries5

Is White Mesa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Mesa receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. White Mesa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Mesa is $53,839, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

White Mesa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.2 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

White Mesa has a population of 74 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (83.8%), with 16.2% White, 13.5% Asian.

Population

74
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
15.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73%
Female 27%

Race & Ethnicity

White Mesa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.0%
17% below US avg
Spanish35.0%
161% above US avg

Social Characteristics

White Mesa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Mesa is $53,839, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: White Mesa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,839
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,261
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$54,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)386
County GDP$823M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare31
Retail41
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,809
20% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$981
1 Bedroom$1,082
2 Bedrooms$1,313
3 Bedrooms$1,746
4 Bedrooms$2,105

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,809
20% below US avg
In White Mesa, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Mesa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma14.0%
COPD6.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.4%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.3%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death14,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.0/10
Exercise Access34.2%
Healthcare Facilities31

Crime Rates: White Mesa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

White Mesa has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.2 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,275 ft (1,608 m)
Area15.7 sq mi (40.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates37.4596°N, 109.4600°W
County FIPS49037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.1%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+78.6%
School Test Score5.82
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area15.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants51
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home22.0%

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