Mesa CDP, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mesa CDP, California Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Mesa CDP, California has a total population of 358, the 1290th largest city in California, with a median household income of $135,667, which is 41% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 41% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in California.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Mesa CDP Quick Facts

Population 358

Median Household Income $135,667

Median Home Value $561,500

Poverty Rate 8.4%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 52.8 years

Homeownership Rate 95.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.6%

High School Graduation Rate 98.2%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 358 1290th of 1,577

Median Income $135,667 top 20%

Poverty Rate 8.4% 33% lower national

Median Home Value $561,500 average

How Mesa CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Mesa CDP

$135,667

$96,334

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mesa CDP

$561,500

$695,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.9%

$25K-$50K 2.1%

$50K-$100K 22.2%

$100K+ 61.8%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4% | National: 5.2%

65.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 95.8%

Renter 4.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.4%

18-34

16.8%

35-54

20.7%

55-74

35.2%

75+

7.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 69 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Mesa CDP Rankings in California

#1290 Population of 1,577

#239 Median Income of 1,577

#489 Education of 1,577

#642 Home Value of 1,577

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Cities Similar to Mesa CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Shaver Lake CDP	355	$131,875	$582,800	51.2%	4.8%
River Pines CDP	345	N/A	N/A	73.8%	20.3%
Chilcoot-Vinton CDP	377	N/A	N/A	19.2%	14.3%
Miranda CDP	380	N/A	$402,400	26.5%	66.8%
Caspar CDP	337	N/A	$1,025,000	67.0%	5.9%

Population Overview

Mesa CDP is a small community located in California. The total population is 358. It ranks as the 1290th most populous out of 1,577 cities and towns in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mesa CDP is 52.8 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mesa CDP is $135,667. This is 41% higher than the state median of $96,334. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 73% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.4%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $561,500. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $695,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 95.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 72% higher than the state average of 55.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mesa CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.3% vs 34.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (8.4%) is well below the state average of 39.8%.

Education

38.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 36.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mesa CDP, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,577 Census-designated places in California. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mesa CDP, California?

Mesa CDP, California has a population of 358 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mesa CDP, CA?

The median household income in Mesa CDP is $135,667, which is 73% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mesa CDP, CA?

The poverty rate in Mesa CDP is 8.4%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mesa CDP, California?

Mesa CDP's population is 88.3% White, 0.0% Black, 8.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mesa CDP, CA?

The median home value in Mesa CDP is $561,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Mesa CDP, California?

38.6% of adults (25+) in Mesa CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.