Mecca, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
7,071 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,011 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$222,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$658 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$686 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Riverside County
4
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
4
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Riverside County
6
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 53
Feb 1 1 56
Mar 0 1 60
Apr 0 0 66
May 0 0 73
Jun 0 0 81
Jul 0 0 86
Aug 0 0 86
Sep 0 0 80
Oct 0 0 70
Nov 0 0 59
Dec 1 1 52

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 4%

Schools

Saul Martinez Elementary
<1 miles, S 1.4 star
Mecca Elementary
<1 miles, W 1.4 star
Las Palmitas Elementary
6 miles, W 1.4 star
Desert Mirage High
6 miles, W 1.9 star

Colleges

CET-Coachella
11 miles, N 1.4 star
College of the Desert
22 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital
13 miles, NW 3.2 star
Eisenhower Medical Center
24 miles, NW 4.1 star
Desert Regional Medical Center
33 miles, NW 2.3 star
Hi-Desert Medical Center
40 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Palm Springs International Airport
31 miles, NW 1.9 star
San Diego International Airport
87 miles, W 4.1 star
Ontario International Airport
94 miles, NW 2.3 star
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
104 miles, NW 2.8 star