Mentone, California Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mentone, California had a total population of 9,514, the 506th largest community in California, with a median household income of $74,708, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Mentone Quick Facts
How Mentone Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,793 | 9,514 | No clear change (-2.8%) |
| Median household income | $84,488 | $74,708 | No clear change (-11.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $381,889 | $436,700 | +14.4% |
| Median gross rent | $1,313 | $1,472 | No clear change (+12.1%) |
How Mentone Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 45.4%
- Black: 4.8%
- Hispanic: 40.5%
- Asian: 6.6%
- Other: 0.3%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 15.6%
- HS Diploma: 27.7%
- Some College: 25.4%
- Associate's: 7.4%
- Bachelor's: 17.0%
- Graduate+: 6.9%
Mentone Rankings in California
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Other Cities in San Bernardino County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino | 222,724 | $67,415 | 18.6% | $422,300 |
| Fontana | 214,169 | $102,821 | 9.9% | $586,800 |
| Ontario | 180,547 | $88,941 | 12.4% | $607,600 |
| Rancho Cucamonga | 175,411 | $111,895 | 8.0% | $740,200 |
| Victorville | 137,627 | $74,410 | 18.4% | $385,600 |
| Rialto | 104,143 | $88,857 | 12.7% | $487,900 |
| Hesperia | 100,775 | $72,160 | 17.0% | $409,000 |
| Chino | 92,652 | $104,682 | 8.0% | $683,400 |
| Upland | 79,257 | $105,830 | 9.3% | $739,400 |
| Chino Hills | 77,927 | $126,334 | 7.6% | $874,900 |
Cities Similar to Mentone
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Oak (Sutter County) | 9,347 | $73,571 | $350,700 | 15.7% | 17.4% |
| Waterford | 9,204 | $74,343 | $402,200 | 9.8% | 13.9% |
| Crestline | 9,835 | $77,786 | $394,400 | 31.3% | 11.3% |
| Spring Valley Lake | 9,483 | $82,625 | $463,000 | 29.4% | 7.3% |
| Madera Acres | 9,846 | $78,457 | $346,800 | 11.7% | 16.2% |
Population Overview
Mentone is a small city located in California, within San Bernardino County. The total population is 9,514. It ranks as the 506th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mentone is 37.7 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mentone is $74,708. This is 25% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $436,700. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 68.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mentone is White (non-Hispanic), making up 45.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 40.5%. The Asian population (6.6%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.
Education
23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mentone, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mentone, California?
Mentone, California has a population of 9,514 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mentone, CA?
The median household income in Mentone is $74,708, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mentone, CA?
The poverty rate in Mentone is 12.5%. This means approximately 1,180 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mentone, California?
Mentone's population is 45.4% White, 4.8% Black, 40.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mentone, CA?
The median home value in Mentone is $436,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.
How educated is Mentone, California?
23.9% of adults (25+) in Mentone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.