Mesa Vista, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
315 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$650,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$961 $612 (US)
Median Rent
- $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alpine County
9
Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
2
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Alpine County
6
Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
3
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 18 36
Feb 6 17 39
Mar 5 17 43
Apr 3 7 48
May 2 1 56
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 1 0 64
Oct 2 2 54
Nov 4 9 43
Dec 6 16 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 9%

Schools

Diamond Valley Elementary
3 miles, SW 3.7 star
Gene Scarselli Elementary School
7 miles, NE 2.8 star

Colleges

Lake Tahoe Community College
12 miles, NW 1.4 star
Western Nevada College
26 miles, NE 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
31 miles, N 2.3 star
Carrington College-Reno
45 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Carson Valley Medical Center
9 miles, NE 3.2 star
Barton Memorial Hospital
13 miles, NW 5 star
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
27 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
48 miles, NE 2.3 star
Sacramento International Airport
97 miles, W 3.2 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
97 miles, S 1 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
100 miles, W 1 star