Mesa, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mesa, California had a total population of 343, the 1294th largest community in California, with a median household income of $123,333, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mesa Quick Facts
How Mesa Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 358 | 343 | -4.2% |
| Median household income | $135,667 | $123,333 | -9.1% |
| Median home value | $561,500 | $620,800 | +10.6% |
How Mesa Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Mesa Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Inyo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop | 3,778 | $83,686 | 9.9% | $386,400 |
| Dixon Lane-MeadowCreek | 3,071 | $75,745 | 6.6% | $196,600 |
| West Bishop | 2,551 | $114,653 | 5.9% | $615,600 |
| Big Pine | 1,615 | $67,583 | 9.1% | $307,600 |
| Lone Pine | 1,439 | $43,284 | 24.5% | $217,100 |
| Independence | 730 | $73,850 | 6.5% | $295,900 |
| Round Valley | 548 | $54,375 | 14.7% | $695,000 |
| Wilkerson | 518 | $69,519 | 8.9% | $460,000 |
| Tecopa | 201 | N/A | 26.9% | $113,800 |
| Olancha | 113 | N/A | 4.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Mesa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stirling City | 344 | N/A | $265,100 | 0.0% | 10.5% |
| Baker | 339 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 28.4% |
| Sierraville | 351 | N/A | N/A | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Crows Landing | 335 | N/A | $361,900 | 13.1% | 14.0% |
| Bombay Beach | 356 | N/A | $93,500 | 15.6% | 54.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 343, Mesa's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Mesa is a small community located in California, within Inyo County. The total population is 343. It ranks as the 1294th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mesa is 54.1 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mesa is $123,333. This is 24% higher than the state median of $99,122. It is also 53% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Mesa, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $620,800. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 94.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 69% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mesa has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.9% vs 33.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (7.0%) is well below the state average of 40.2%.
Education
44.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% higher 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 97.3%. Notably, 16.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mesa, 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 Mesa, California?
Mesa, California has a population of 343 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mesa, CA?
The median household income in Mesa is $123,333, which is 53% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mesa, CA?
The poverty rate in Mesa is 9.3%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mesa, California?
Mesa's population is 88.9% White, 0.0% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mesa, CA?
The median home value in Mesa is $620,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.
How educated is Mesa, California?
44.8% of adults (25+) in Mesa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.