La Mesa, CA

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60,888
TOTAL POPULATION
29,039
MALE POPULATION
31,849
FEMALE POPULATION
91.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.68
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$44,185
PER CAPITA INCOME
$104,548
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$83,649
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
34,132
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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La Mesa Area Codes

Race in La Mesa

The most populous races in La Mesa are White / Caucasian (38,311 | 62.9%), Hispanic or Latino (17,079 | 28.1%), and Two or more Races (9,267 | 15.2%).
Race in La Mesa
Race# Population% Population
Asian4,3537.1%
Black / African American4,6817.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific2300.4%
Hispanic or Latino17,07928.1%
Native / Alaskan3010.5%
White / Caucasian38,31162.9%
Two or more Races9,26715.2%
Some other Race3,7456.1%
Total60,888100.0%

Ancestry in La Mesa

The most populous ancestries reported in La Mesa are Mexican (13,022 | 21.4%), English (6,492 | 10.7%), German (6,166 | 10.1%), Irish (6,049 | 9.9%), and Italian (2,686 | 4.4%), together accounting for 56.5% of all La Mesa residents.
Ancestry in La Mesa
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan140.0%
African3770.6%
Alsatian150.0%
American1,4832.4%
Arab1,1201.8%
Argentinean490.1%
Armenian2760.4%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac260.0%
Austrian1480.2%
Bangladeshi1000.2%
Barbadian170.0%
Basque270.0%
Belgian90.0%
Belizean180.0%
Bhutanese6681.1%
Blackfeet800.1%
British5560.9%
Bulgarian1570.3%
Burmese4280.7%
Canadian1870.3%
Central American7811.3%
Central American Indian250.0%
Cherokee1050.2%
Chilean380.1%
Choctaw640.1%
Colombian90.0%
Comanche160.0%
Costa Rican620.1%
Creek100.0%
Croatian1090.2%
Cuban750.1%
Czech4260.7%
Czechoslovakian3240.5%
Danish3110.5%
Dominican1990.3%
Dutch6031.0%
Eastern European2260.4%
Ecuadorian150.0%
Egyptian1340.2%
English6,49210.7%
Ethiopian3260.5%
European1,2322.0%
Filipino900.2%
Finnish970.2%
French1,3862.3%
French Canadian4640.8%
German6,16610.1%
Ghanaian860.1%
Greek4780.8%
Guamanian / Chamorro5200.9%
Guatemalan1180.2%
Haitian730.1%
Honduran20.0%
Hopi70.0%
Hungarian1520.3%
Icelander130.0%
Indian (Asian)1,3842.3%
Iranian1850.3%
Iraqi3630.6%
Irish6,0499.9%
Israeli100.0%
Italian2,6864.4%
Jamaican400.1%
Japanese680.1%
Korean2,1993.6%
Laotian1120.2%
Lebanese980.2%
Lithuanian1270.2%
Malaysian430.1%
Mexican13,02221.4%
Mexican American Indian1100.2%
Moroccan360.1%
Native Hawaiian1910.3%
Navajo380.1%
Nepalese580.1%
New Zealander150.0%
Nicaraguan420.1%
Nigerian2260.4%
Northern European2540.4%
Norwegian9941.6%
Pakistani520.1%
Palestinian490.1%
Panamanian1590.3%
Peruvian1160.2%
Polish8221.3%
Portuguese3990.7%
Potawatomi260.0%
Pueblo270.0%
Puerto Rican6741.1%
Romanian1910.3%
Russian4110.7%
Salvadoran1190.2%
Samoan880.1%
Scandinavian2060.3%
Scotch-Irish5320.9%
Scottish1,5642.6%
Serbian130.0%
Shoshone100.0%
Slavic180.0%
Slovak960.2%
Slovene90.0%
Somali1160.2%
South American2620.4%
Spaniard4400.7%
Spanish1,3632.2%
Sri Lankan1,0541.7%
Subsaharan African1,1291.8%
Swedish7491.2%
Swiss3620.6%
Thai2450.4%
Turkish290.1%
Ukrainian2930.5%
Ute310.1%
Venezuelan220.0%
Welsh2040.3%
West Indian150.0%
Yaqui1240.2%
Yugoslavian60.0%
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Immigrants in La Mesa

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in La Mesa came from Asia (3,297 | 5.4%), Latin America (2,926 | 4.8%), Central America (2,608 | 4.3%), Mexico (2,443 | 4.0%), and South Eastern Asia (1,630 | 2.7%), together accounting for 21.2% of all La Mesa residents.
Immigrants in La Mesa
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan140.0%
Africa5530.9%
Argentina280.1%
Armenia200.0%
Asia3,2975.4%
Australia140.0%
Barbados60.0%
Belarus610.1%
Belize170.0%
Bulgaria300.1%
Cambodia10.0%
Canada2440.4%
Caribbean1500.3%
Central America2,6084.3%
Chile550.1%
China2960.5%
Costa Rica310.1%
Croatia90.0%
Cuba420.1%
Czechoslovakia90.0%
Dominican Republic590.1%
Eastern Africa3360.5%
Eastern Asia5460.9%
Eastern Europe7991.3%
Ecuador150.0%
Egypt170.0%
El Salvador680.1%
England960.2%
Eritrea1900.3%
Ethiopia800.1%
Europe1,4872.4%
France640.1%
Germany2210.4%
Ghana680.1%
Greece60.0%
Guatemala100.0%
Guyana180.0%
Haiti430.1%
India1070.2%
Indonesia510.1%
Iran1220.2%
Iraq3050.5%
Ireland500.1%
Israel140.0%
Italy920.2%
Japan1390.2%
Kazakhstan570.1%
Korea1110.2%
Laos110.0%
Latin America2,9264.8%
Lebanon90.0%
Liberia10.0%
Mexico2,4434.0%
Morocco250.0%
Nepal160.0%
Netherlands270.0%
Nicaragua310.1%
Nigeria640.1%
Northern Africa470.1%
Northern Europe2380.4%
Norway360.1%
Oceania330.1%
Pakistan380.1%
Panama80.0%
Peru320.1%
Philippines7721.3%
Poland2560.4%
Romania870.1%
Russia2330.4%
Scotland170.0%
Somalia150.0%
South America1680.3%
South Central Asia4010.7%
South Eastern Asia1,6302.7%
Southern Europe1140.2%
Spain160.0%
Sweden130.0%
Switzerland100.0%
Syria1720.3%
Taiwan600.1%
Thailand190.0%
Turkey140.0%
Uganda460.1%
Ukraine1140.2%
Uzbekistan470.1%
Venezuela200.0%
Vietnam7761.3%
Western Africa1470.2%
Western Asia6891.1%
Western Europe3220.5%
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Sex and Age in La Mesa

Sex and Age in La Mesa

The most populous age groups in La Mesa are 30 to 34 Years (3,304 | 11.4%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (2,945 | 9.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in La Mesa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,119 (7.3%)2,175 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Years1,686 (5.8%)1,425 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Years1,850 (6.4%)1,752 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Years1,417 (4.9%)1,524 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Years1,786 (6.1%)2,009 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years2,570 (8.8%)2,945 (9.2%)
30 to 34 Years3,304 (11.4%)2,634 (8.3%)
35 to 39 Years2,158 (7.4%)2,673 (8.4%)
40 to 44 Years2,112 (7.3%)1,969 (6.2%)
45 to 49 Years1,607 (5.5%)1,766 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years1,784 (6.1%)1,821 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years1,530 (5.3%)1,667 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years1,561 (5.4%)2,015 (6.3%)
65 to 69 Years1,386 (4.8%)1,491 (4.7%)
70 to 74 Years773 (2.7%)1,521 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years435 (1.5%)859 (2.7%)
80 to 84 Years430 (1.5%)576 (1.8%)
85 Years and over531 (1.8%)1,027 (3.2%)
Total29,039 (100.0%)31,849 (100.0%)

Families and Households in La Mesa

Median Family Size in La Mesa

The median family size in La Mesa is 3.09 persons per family, with single female/mother families (3,218 | 22.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.18 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,047 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.76 persons per family.
Median Family Size in La Mesa
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple9,888 (69.9%)3.10
Single Male/Father1,047 (7.4%)2.76
Single Female/Mother3,218 (22.7%)3.18
Total Families14,153 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in La Mesa

The median household size in La Mesa is 2.41 persons per household, with single female/mother households (3,218 | 13.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (10,671 | 43.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.34 persons per household.
Median Household Size in La Mesa
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple9,888 (39.8%)3.13
Single Male/Father1,047 (4.2%)3.30
Single Female/Mother3,218 (13.0%)3.48
Non-family10,671 (43.0%)1.34
Total Households24,824 (100.0%)2.41

Household Size by Marriage Status in La Mesa

Out of a total of 24,824 households in La Mesa, 14,153 (57.0%) are family households, while 10,671 (43.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,986, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 8,216.
Household Size by Marriage Status in La Mesa
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-8,216 (33.1%)
2-Person Households5,986 (24.1%)1,875 (7.5%)
3-Person Households3,810 (15.3%)326 (1.3%)
4-Person Households2,731 (11.0%)237 (0.9%)
5-Person Households1,131 (4.6%)13 (0.1%)
6-Person Households354 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households141 (0.6%)4 (0.0%)
Total14,153 (57.0%)10,671 (43.0%)

Female Fertility in La Mesa

Fertility by Age in La Mesa

Average fertility rate in La Mesa is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 50.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in La Mesa
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years41 (4.6%)27.0
20 to 34 years448 (50.1%)59.0
35 to 50 years405 (45.3%)59.0
Total894 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Mesa

72.7% of women with births (894) in La Mesa are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 34.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Mesa
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years345 (77.0%)103 (23.0%)
35 to 50 years264 (65.2%)141 (34.8%)
Total650 (72.7%)244 (27.3%)

Fertility by Education in La Mesa

Average fertility rate in La Mesa is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 116.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 40.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in La Mesa
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School64 (7.2%)36.0
High School Diploma75 (8.4%)32.0
College or Associate's Degree360 (40.3%)59.0
Bachelor's Degree178 (19.9%)45.0
Graduate Degree217 (24.3%)116.0
Total894 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Mesa

27.3% of women with births in La Mesa are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 44.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Mesa
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma61 (81.3%)14 (18.7%)
College or Associate's Degree241 (66.9%)119 (33.1%)
Bachelor's Degree99 (55.6%)79 (44.4%)
Graduate Degree185 (85.3%)32 (14.7%)
Total650 (72.7%)244 (27.3%)

Income in La Mesa

Income Overview in La Mesa

Per Capita Income in La Mesa is $44,185, while median incomes of families and households are $104,548 and $83,649 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income60,888$44,185
Median Family Income14,153$104,548
Mean Family Income14,153$122,245
Median Household Income24,824$83,649
Mean Household Income24,824$105,161
Income Deficit14,153$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)60,88826.50%
Wage / Income Gap ($)60,88873.50¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index60,8880.44

Earnings by Sex in La Mesa

Average Earnings in La Mesa are $49,823, $56,848 for men and $41,784 for women, a difference of 26.5%.
Earnings by Sex in La Mesa
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male17,514 (50.9%)$56,848
Female16,908 (49.1%)$41,784
Total34,422 (100.0%)$49,823

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Mesa

The most common earnings brackets in La Mesa are $100,000+ for men (3,849 | 22.0%) and $100,000+ for women (2,487 | 14.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Mesa
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less709 (4.1%)979 (5.8%)
$2,500 to $4,999511 (2.9%)364 (2.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499373 (2.1%)627 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999254 (1.5%)567 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499300 (1.7%)494 (2.9%)
$12,500 to $14,999346 (2.0%)596 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499437 (2.5%)238 (1.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999324 (1.8%)388 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499340 (1.9%)484 (2.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999641 (3.7%)568 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999851 (4.9%)992 (5.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999582 (3.3%)819 (4.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999512 (2.9%)1,044 (6.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999582 (3.3%)633 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999846 (4.8%)849 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999667 (3.8%)604 (3.6%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,795 (10.2%)1,109 (6.6%)
$65,000 to $74,999854 (4.9%)1,048 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,741 (15.7%)2,018 (11.9%)
$100,000+3,849 (22.0%)2,487 (14.7%)
Total17,514 (100.0%)16,908 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Mesa

Average earnings in La Mesa are $61,508 for men and $47,240 for women, a difference of 23.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $104,363, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,846. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $83,670, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,143.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Mesa
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,846$26,143
High School Diploma$49,214$35,151
College or Associate's Degree$51,278$41,061
Bachelor's Degree$84,739$61,357
Graduate Degree$104,363$83,670
Total$61,508$47,240

Family Income in La Mesa

Family Income Brackets in La Mesa

According to the La Mesa family income data, there are 3,227 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 184 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in La Mesa
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004253.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991841.3%
$15,000 to $24,9995383.8%
$25,000 to $34,9999206.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991,1047.8%
$50,000 to $74,9991,76912.5%
$75,000 to $99,9991,71312.1%
$100,000 to $149,9993,22722.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991,98114.0%
$200,000+2,29316.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Mesa

4-person families (2,527 | 17.8%) account for the highest median family income in La Mesa with $125,464 per family, while 2-person families (6,779 | 47.9%) have the highest median income of $48,008 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Mesa
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families6,779 (47.9%)$96,015
3-Person Families3,517 (24.8%)$104,410
4-Person Families2,527 (17.8%)$125,464
5-Person Families845 (6.0%)$123,733
6-Person Families344 (2.4%)$0
7+ Person Families141 (1.0%)$114,940
Total14,153 (100.0%)$104,548

Family Income by Number of Earners in La Mesa

The median family income in La Mesa is $104,548, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,145) having the highest median family income of $158,201, while families with no earners (1,386) have the lowest median family income of $56,053, accounting for 8.1% and 9.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in La Mesa
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,386 (9.8%)$56,053
1 Earner5,221 (36.9%)$77,788
2 Earners6,401 (45.2%)$129,214
3+ Earners1,145 (8.1%)$158,201
Total14,153 (100.0%)$104,548

Household Income in La Mesa

Household Income Brackets in La Mesa

With 4,890 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in La Mesa, accounting for 19.7% of all households. In contrast, only 621 households (2.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in La Mesa
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,1674.7%
$10,000 to $14,9996212.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991,6386.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991,6386.6%
$35,000 to $49,9992,3839.6%
$50,000 to $74,9993,89715.7%
$75,000 to $99,9993,00412.1%
$100,000 to $149,9994,89019.7%
$150,000 to $199,9992,70610.9%
$200,000+2,85511.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in La Mesa

The median household income in La Mesa is $83,649, with the highest median household income of $98,333 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 9,470 households (38.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $54,633, with 5,854 households (23.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in La Mesa
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,297 (5.2%)$55,069
25 to 44 Years9,470 (38.2%)$98,333
45 to 64 Years8,203 (33.0%)$96,390
65+ Years5,854 (23.6%)$54,633
Total24,824 (100.0%)$83,649

Poverty in La Mesa

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Mesa

With 9.1% poverty level for males and 14.0% for females among the residents of La Mesa, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 130 males (33.7%) and 915 females (34.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Mesa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years199 (9.4%)600 (27.7%)
5 Years30 (12.6%)26 (8.1%)
6 to 11 Years272 (12.3%)180 (11.1%)
12 to 14 Years73 (7.2%)41 (3.4%)
15 Years130 (33.7%)9 (2.9%)
16 and 17 Years18 (3.0%)71 (12.8%)
18 to 24 Years148 (6.7%)915 (34.3%)
25 to 34 Years642 (10.9%)733 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years251 (5.9%)396 (8.5%)
45 to 54 Years355 (10.5%)238 (6.7%)
55 to 64 Years255 (8.5%)773 (21.3%)
65 to 74 Years138 (6.7%)222 (7.5%)
75 Years and over100 (7.9%)200 (9.0%)
Total2,611 (9.1%)4,404 (14.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Mesa

According to the poverty statistics in La Mesa, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.0% of males and 97.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Mesa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,920 (90.6%)1,563 (72.3%)
5 Years209 (87.5%)297 (91.9%)
6 to 11 Years1,946 (87.7%)1,440 (88.9%)
12 to 14 Years947 (92.8%)1,181 (96.6%)
15 Years256 (66.3%)302 (97.1%)
16 and 17 Years572 (97.0%)482 (87.2%)
18 to 24 Years2,075 (93.3%)1,751 (65.7%)
25 to 34 Years5,227 (89.1%)4,844 (86.9%)
35 to 44 Years4,011 (94.1%)4,246 (91.5%)
45 to 54 Years3,018 (89.5%)3,321 (93.3%)
55 to 64 Years2,730 (91.5%)2,858 (78.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,932 (93.3%)2,718 (92.4%)
75 Years and over1,172 (92.1%)2,017 (91.0%)
Total26,015 (90.9%)27,020 (86.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Mesa

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in La Mesa show that 5.3% or 527 of the total 9,888 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 78.8%, comprising of 26 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.5%, which includes 185 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Mesa
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children5,164 (96.5%)185 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children3,697 (94.5%)217 (5.5%)
3 or 4 Children493 (83.3%)99 (16.7%)
5 or more Children7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
Total9,361 (94.7%)527 (5.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Mesa

According to the poverty data in La Mesa, 3.5% or 37 single-father households and 14.7% or 473 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (33.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 114 households (57.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Mesa
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)236 (16.5%)
1 or 2 Children23 (3.5%)123 (7.8%)
3 or 4 Children14 (33.3%)114 (57.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (3.5%)473 (14.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Mesa

The poverty data for La Mesa shows that 527 of the married-couple family households (5.3%) and 510 of the single-parent households (12.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (78.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 128 household (53.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Mesa
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children185 (3.5%)236 (13.4%)
1 or 2 Children217 (5.5%)146 (6.5%)
3 or 4 Children99 (16.7%)128 (53.3%)
5 or more Children26 (78.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total527 (5.3%)510 (12.0%)

Employment Characteristics in La Mesa

Employment by Class of Employer in La Mesa

Among the 31,203 employed individuals in La Mesa, private company employees (18,570 | 59.5%), local government employees (3,029 | 9.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (2,569 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in La Mesa
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees18,57059.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)8862.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2,0956.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,5698.2%
Local Government Employees3,0299.7%
State Government Employees1,5394.9%
Federal Government Employees2,5158.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total31,203100.0%

Employment Status by Age in La Mesa

According to the labor force statistics for La Mesa, out of the total population over 16 years of age (49,182), 69.4% or 34,132 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 2,219 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.6% or 4,941 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.6% or 132 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in La Mesa
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years847 (37.8%)132 (15.6%)
20 to 24 Years3,131 (82.5%)304 (9.7%)
25 to 29 Years4,941 (89.6%)524 (10.6%)
30 to 34 Years5,273 (88.8%)227 (4.3%)
35 to 44 Years7,718 (86.6%)401 (5.2%)
45 to 54 Years5,848 (83.8%)310 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years2,379 (74.4%)155 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years2,045 (57.2%)106 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,587 (30.7%)54 (3.4%)
75 Years and over355 (9.2%)29 (8.1%)
Total34,132 (69.4%)2,219 (6.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Mesa

According to labor force statistics for La Mesa, 82.7% of individuals (28,214) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (34,116) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 1,721 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.4% or 11,731 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.1% or 157 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Mesa
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,296 (69.8%)225 (12.1%)
High School Diploma4,467 (81.0%)259 (4.7%)
College / Associate Degree10,707 (78.6%)967 (7.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher11,731 (89.4%)656 (5.0%)
Total28,214 (82.7%)2,081 (6.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in La Mesa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Mesa are Community & Social Service (4,196 | 13.6%), Management (3,392 | 11.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2,399 | 7.7%), Education Instruction & Library (2,065 | 6.7%), and Business & Financial (2,032 | 6.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in La Mesa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Mesa, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (88.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (70.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (65.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (74.5%), Health Technologists (70.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (67.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in La Mesa
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,900 (56.0%)1,492 (44.0%)
Business & Financial857 (42.2%)1,175 (57.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,678 (70.0%)721 (30.0%)
Computers & Mathematics663 (65.4%)350 (34.5%)
Architecture & Engineering798 (88.8%)101 (11.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science217 (44.6%)270 (55.4%)
Community & Social Service 1,606 (38.3%)2,590 (61.7%)
Education, Arts & Media165 (25.5%)483 (74.5%)
Legal Services & Support343 (46.2%)400 (53.8%)
Education Instruction & Library669 (32.4%)1,396 (67.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment429 (58.0%)311 (42.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating604 (32.1%)1,276 (67.9%)
Health Technologists329 (29.2%)798 (70.8%)
Total (Category)6,645 (47.8%)7,254 (52.2%)
Total (Overall)15,434 (49.9%)15,506 (50.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in La Mesa are Food Preparation & Serving (2,186 | 7.1%), Personal Care & Service (1,179 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (1,149 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (741 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (657 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in La Mesa

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in La Mesa, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.8%), Security & Protection (85.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (84.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (68.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (66.4%), and Personal Care & Service (63.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in La Mesa
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support360 (31.3%)789 (68.7%)
Security & Protection562 (85.5%)95 (14.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention345 (84.8%)62 (15.2%)
Law Enforcement217 (86.8%)33 (13.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving735 (33.6%)1,451 (66.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance489 (66.0%)252 (34.0%)
Personal Care & Service429 (36.4%)750 (63.6%)
Total (Category)2,575 (43.6%)3,337 (56.4%)
Total (Overall)15,434 (49.9%)15,506 (50.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in La Mesa are Office & Administration (3,576 | 11.6%), and Sales & Related (2,647 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in La Mesa

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in La Mesa
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,337 (50.5%)1,310 (49.5%)
Office & Administration782 (21.9%)2,794 (78.1%)
Total (Category)2,119 (34.1%)4,104 (65.9%)
Total (Overall)15,434 (49.9%)15,506 (50.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in La Mesa are Construction & Extraction (1,052 | 3.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (839 | 2.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (75 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in La Mesa

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in La Mesa
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry57 (76.0%)18 (24.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,017 (96.7%)35 (3.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair730 (87.0%)109 (13.0%)
Total (Category)1,804 (91.8%)162 (8.2%)
Total (Overall)15,434 (49.9%)15,506 (50.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in La Mesa are Production (1,235 | 4.0%), Material Moving (874 | 2.8%), and Transportation (831 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in La Mesa

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in La Mesa
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,001 (81.0%)234 (19.0%)
Transportation695 (83.6%)136 (16.4%)
Material Moving595 (68.1%)279 (31.9%)
Total (Category)2,291 (77.9%)649 (22.1%)
Total (Overall)15,434 (49.9%)15,506 (50.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in La Mesa

Employment Industries in La Mesa

The major employment industries in La Mesa include Health Care & Social Assistance (4,085 | 13.2%), Professional & Scientific (3,464 | 11.2%), Educational Services (3,334 | 10.8%), Retail Trade (2,948 | 9.5%), and Public Administration (2,340 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in La Mesa

Employment Industries by Sex in La Mesa

The La Mesa industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (87.3%), and Utilities (82.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (68.6%), Educational Services (65.9%), and Finance & Insurance (64.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in La Mesa
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting74 (57.4%)55 (42.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,225 (87.3%)179 (12.8%)
Manufacturing1,302 (66.9%)644 (33.1%)
Wholesale Trade410 (80.9%)97 (19.1%)
Retail Trade1,280 (43.4%)1,668 (56.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing951 (70.9%)390 (29.1%)
Utilities455 (82.7%)95 (17.3%)
Information412 (74.5%)141 (25.5%)
Finance & Insurance359 (35.9%)640 (64.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing351 (53.7%)302 (46.3%)
Professional & Scientific2,046 (59.1%)1,418 (40.9%)
Enterprise Management28 (37.8%)46 (62.2%)
Administrative & Support529 (54.6%)439 (45.4%)
Educational Services1,138 (34.1%)2,196 (65.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,281 (31.4%)2,804 (68.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation499 (47.3%)556 (52.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services866 (38.2%)1,404 (61.9%)
Public Administration1,298 (55.5%)1,042 (44.5%)
Total15,434 (49.9%)15,506 (50.1%)

Education in La Mesa

School Enrollment in La Mesa

The most common levels of schooling among the 14,327 students in La Mesa are college / undergraduate (3,718 | 26.0%), middle school (2,858 | 20.0%), and high school (2,562 | 17.9%).
School Enrollment in La Mesa
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9666.7%
Kindergarten5764.0%
Elementary School2,47717.3%
Middle School2,85820.0%
High School2,56217.9%
College / Undergraduate3,71826.0%
Graduate / Professional1,1708.2%
Total14,327100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Mesa

Out of a total of 14,327 students who are enrolled in schools in La Mesa, 2,378 (16.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 11,949 (83.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 564 (69.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 838 (95.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Mesa
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds248 (30.5%)564 (69.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,691 (90.3%)289 (9.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3,072 (87.9%)423 (12.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,668 (90.4%)178 (9.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds838 (95.1%)43 (4.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,153 (80.5%)280 (19.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,361 (86.5%)213 (13.5%)
35 Years and over912 (69.8%)394 (30.2%)
Total11,949 (83.4%)2,378 (16.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Mesa

Business (2,535 | 14.6%), social sciences (1,831 | 10.5%), psychology (1,366 | 7.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,344 | 7.7%), and engineering (1,327 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 17,381 individuals in La Mesa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Mesa
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics6934.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,3447.7%
Physical & Health Sciences5403.1%
Psychology1,3667.9%
Social Sciences1,83110.5%
Engineering1,3277.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies2971.7%
Science & Technology1,1286.5%
Business2,53514.6%
Education1,0055.8%
Literature & Languages9865.7%
Liberal Arts & History1,1336.5%
Visual & Performing Arts1,0355.9%
Communications9585.5%
Arts & Humanities1,2036.9%
Total17,381100.0%

Transportation & Commute in La Mesa

Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Mesa

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in La Mesa are males with 2 vehicles (7,285, accounting for 46.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (6,317, making up 47.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Mesa
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle386 (2.4%)605 (4.0%)
1 Vehicle3,408 (21.5%)3,570 (23.3%)
2 Vehicles7,285 (46.0%)6,317 (41.2%)
3 Vehicles2,823 (17.8%)3,067 (20.0%)
4 Vehicles1,280 (8.1%)1,104 (7.2%)
5 or more Vehicles662 (4.2%)670 (4.4%)
Total15,844 (100.0%)15,333 (100.0%)

Commute Time in La Mesa

The most frequently occuring commute durations in La Mesa are 20 to 24 minutes (5,366 commuters, 19.8%), 30 to 34 minutes (4,547 commuters, 16.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (4,198 commuters, 15.4%).
Commute Time in La Mesa
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes8133.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1,5055.5%
10 to 14 Minutes3,46012.7%
15 to 19 Minutes4,19815.4%
20 to 24 Minutes5,36619.8%
25 to 29 Minutes2,3528.7%
30 to 34 Minutes4,54716.7%
35 to 39 Minutes6622.4%
40 to 44 Minutes7282.7%
45 to 59 Minutes1,8536.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1,0063.7%
90 or more Minutes6792.5%

Commute Time by Sex in La Mesa

The most common commute times in La Mesa are 20 to 24 minutes (3,269 commuters, 23.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (2,266 commuters, 17.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in La Mesa
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes409 (2.9%)404 (3.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes518 (3.7%)987 (7.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,775 (12.7%)1,685 (12.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,932 (13.9%)2,266 (17.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes3,269 (23.5%)2,097 (15.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,100 (7.9%)1,252 (9.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,490 (17.9%)2,057 (15.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes426 (3.1%)236 (1.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes477 (3.4%)251 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes829 (5.9%)1,024 (7.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes337 (2.4%)669 (5.1%)
90 or more Minutes370 (2.7%)309 (2.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Mesa

The most frequent times of departure to work in La Mesa are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,967, 14.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,076, 15.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Mesa
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM874 (6.3%)323 (2.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,036 (7.4%)446 (3.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM895 (6.4%)465 (3.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,720 (12.3%)897 (6.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,066 (7.6%)1,467 (11.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,967 (14.1%)2,076 (15.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,360 (9.8%)1,780 (13.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM883 (6.3%)1,363 (10.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM385 (2.8%)940 (7.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,252 (9.0%)1,004 (7.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM365 (2.6%)699 (5.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM150 (1.1%)361 (2.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,392 (10.0%)706 (5.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM587 (4.2%)710 (5.4%)
Total13,932 (100.0%)13,237 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in La Mesa

Occupancy by Ownership in La Mesa

Of the total 24,824 dwellings in La Mesa, owner-occupied units account for 11,123 (44.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 13,701 (55.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in La Mesa
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units11,12344.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13,70155.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units24,824100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in La Mesa

Occupancy by Household Size in La Mesa
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8,21633.1%
2-Person Household7,86131.7%
3-Person Household4,13616.7%
4+ Person Household4,61118.6%
Total Housing Units24,824100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Mesa

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Mesa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,795 (34.0%)5,421 (66.0%)
2-Person Household3,867 (49.2%)3,994 (50.8%)
3-Person Household1,910 (46.2%)2,226 (53.8%)
4+ Person Household2,551 (55.3%)2,060 (44.7%)
Total Housing Units11,123 (44.8%)13,701 (55.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Mesa

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Mesa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School362 (25.8%)1,040 (74.2%)
High School Diploma1,427 (36.8%)2,449 (63.2%)
College/Associate Degree3,626 (37.7%)6,000 (62.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5,708 (57.5%)4,212 (42.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Mesa

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Mesa
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6,05924.4%
35 to 44 Years4,70819.0%
45 to 54 Years4,21717.0%
55 to 64 Years3,98616.1%
65 to 74 Years3,24513.1%
75 to 84 Years1,4886.0%
85 Years and Over1,1214.5%
Total24,824100.0%

Housing Finances in La Mesa

Median Income by Occupancy in La Mesa

Median Income by Occupancy in La Mesa
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied11,123 (44.8%)$119,890
Renter-Occupied13,701 (55.2%)$58,467
Average24,824 (100.0%)$83,649

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Mesa

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Mesa
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000183 (1.7%)689 (5.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99983 (0.7%)210 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999145 (1.3%)487 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999136 (1.2%)541 (4.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999124 (1.1%)838 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999433 (3.9%)1,205 (8.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999802 (7.2%)1,573 (11.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,321 (11.9%)2,575 (18.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,096 (9.9%)1,902 (13.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,559 (23.0%)2,337 (17.1%)
$150,000 or more4,241 (38.1%)1,344 (9.8%)
Total11,123 (100.0%)13,701 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Mesa

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Mesa
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300323 (2.9%)217 (1.6%)
$300 to $499673 (6.0%)219 (1.6%)
$500 to $7991,476 (13.3%)171 (1.3%)
$800 to $999622 (5.6%)372 (2.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499874 (7.9%)2,199 (16.1%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,023 (9.2%)5,481 (40.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,355 (12.2%)3,058 (22.3%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,557 (14.0%)955 (7.0%)
$3,000 or more3,220 (28.9%)685 (5.0%)
Total11,123 (100.0%)13,701 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in La Mesa

Housing Structures in La Mesa

Housing Structures in La Mesa
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached11,51146.4%
Single Unit, Attached1,6036.5%
2 Unit Apartments8803.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,2855.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,3145.3%
10 or more Apartments7,84731.6%
Mobile Home / Other3841.5%
Total24,824100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Mesa

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Mesa
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached9,112 (79.2%)2,399 (20.8%)
Single Unit, Attached739 (46.1%)864 (53.9%)
2 Unit Apartments73 (8.3%)807 (91.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments154 (12.0%)1,131 (88.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments211 (16.1%)1,103 (83.9%)
10 or more Apartments677 (8.6%)7,170 (91.4%)
Mobile Home / Other157 (40.9%)227 (59.1%)
Total11,123 (44.8%)13,701 (55.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Mesa

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Mesa
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room58 (0.5%)940 (6.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms461 (4.1%)5,538 (40.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,889 (35.0%)5,781 (42.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms4,345 (39.1%)1,246 (9.1%)
8 or more Rooms2,370 (21.3%)196 (1.4%)
Total11,123 (100.0%)13,701 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Mesa

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Mesa
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas7,589 (68.2%)4,304 (31.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas130 (1.2%)98 (0.7%)
Electricity2,751 (24.7%)7,717 (56.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels583 (5.2%)213 (1.5%)
No Fuel Used70 (0.6%)1,369 (10.0%)
Total11,123 (100.0%)13,701 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in La Mesa

Household Vehicle Usage in La Mesa
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle137 (1.2%)1,653 (12.1%)
1 Vehicle2,734 (24.6%)6,124 (44.7%)
2 Vehicles4,816 (43.3%)4,675 (34.1%)
3 or more Vehicles3,436 (30.9%)1,249 (9.1%)
Total11,123 (100.0%)13,701 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in La Mesa

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in La Mesa

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,4587,665
Median Property Value$646,000$698,700
Median Household Income$87,171$3,399
Monthly Housing Costs$667$3,209
Real Estate Taxes$2,992$107

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Mesa

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Mesa
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000138 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99948 (1.4%)34 (0.4%)
$100,000 to $299,99968 (2.0%)75 (1.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999716 (20.7%)997 (13.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,300 (37.6%)3,431 (44.8%)
$750,000 to $999,999857 (24.8%)2,480 (32.4%)
$1,000,000 or more331 (9.6%)648 (8.5%)
Total3,458 (100.0%)7,665 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Mesa

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Mesa
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000110 (3.2%)34 (0.4%)
$10,000 to $24,999228 (6.6%)156 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999354 (10.2%)177 (2.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999392 (11.3%)79 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999467 (13.5%)410 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999378 (10.9%)854 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999687 (19.9%)718 (9.4%)
$150,000 or more842 (24.3%)1,872 (24.4%)
Total3,458 (100.0%)7,665 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Mesa

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Mesa
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x256 (7.4%)131,934 (1,721.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x258 (7.5%)221 (2.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x350 (10.1%)1,047 (13.7%)
4.0x or more2,579 (74.6%)1,203 (15.7%)
Total3,458 (100.0%)7,665 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Mesa

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Mesa
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800182 (5.3%)44 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,499472 (13.7%)135 (1.8%)
$800 to $1,4992,475 (71.6%)345 (4.5%)
Total3,458 (100.0%)7,665 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in La Mesa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Mesa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Mesa
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4,856 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years8,001 (92.6%)638 (7.4%)
19 to 25 Years4,645 (95.7%)207 (4.3%)
26 to 34 Years9,105 (91.2%)874 (8.8%)
35 to 44 Years8,178 (93.6%)556 (6.4%)
45 to 54 Years6,536 (94.4%)387 (5.6%)
55 to 64 Years6,149 (92.9%)467 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years4,976 (99.3%)34 (0.7%)
75 Years and older3,489 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55,935 (94.7%)3,163 (5.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Mesa

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Mesa
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4,856 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen8,001 (92.6%)638 (7.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen4,645 (95.7%)207 (4.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Mesa

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Mesa
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,720 (95.4%)279 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9996,702 (91.7%)604 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,408 (90.8%)754 (9.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,542 (92.2%)555 (7.8%)
$100,000 and over29,379 (96.8%)958 (3.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Mesa

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Mesa
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,531 (31.5%)3,658 (75.3%)
6 to 18 Years2,772 (32.1%)5,731 (66.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,255 (25.9%)3,724 (76.7%)
25 to 34 Years2,232 (22.4%)7,339 (73.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,657 (19.0%)6,813 (78.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,129 (16.3%)5,653 (81.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,658 (25.1%)4,849 (73.3%)
65 to 74 Years4,537 (90.6%)2,464 (49.2%)
75 Years and over3,439 (98.6%)1,983 (56.8%)
Total20,210 (34.2%)42,214 (71.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Mesa

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Mesa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years188 (4.2%)200 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years429 (5.8%)515 (6.4%)
35 to 64 Years1,200 (11.5%)1,569 (13.3%)
65 to 74 Years362 (17.5%)508 (17.3%)
75 Years and over797 (62.7%)980 (44.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in La Mesa

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in La Mesa: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years72 (1.0%)47 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years297 (2.8%)316 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years203 (9.8%)122 (4.2%)
75 Years and over403 (31.7%)395 (17.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in La Mesa: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years38 (0.8%)106 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years24 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years163 (1.6%)294 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years44 (2.1%)43 (1.5%)
75 Years and over43 (3.4%)177 (8.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in La Mesa: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years90 (2.0%)94 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years273 (3.7%)355 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years602 (5.8%)662 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years114 (5.5%)141 (4.8%)
75 Years and over79 (6.2%)288 (13.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in La Mesa: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years73 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years87 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years469 (4.5%)681 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years115 (5.6%)275 (9.3%)
75 Years and over501 (39.4%)770 (34.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in La Mesa: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years81 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years60 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years177 (1.7%)342 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years36 (1.7%)1 (0.0%)
75 Years and over185 (14.5%)363 (16.4%)

Technology Access in La Mesa

Computing Device Access in La Mesa

Computing Device Access in La Mesa
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop21,79387.8%
Smartphone22,66391.3%
Tablet16,47266.4%
No Computing Device9073.6%
Total24,824100.0%

Internet Access in La Mesa

Internet Access in La Mesa
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet260.1%
Broadband Home20,65183.2%
Cellular Data Only1,9087.7%
Satellite Internet9994.0%
No Internet1,7377.0%
Total24,824100.0%

La Mesa Summary

History

La Mesa is a city located in San Diego County, California. It is situated in the foothills of the Cuyamaca Mountains and is located about 10 miles east of downtown San Diego. The city was founded in 1869 and incorporated in 1912. La Mesa is Spanish for “the table” and was named for the flat mesa that the city is built on.
The area that is now La Mesa was originally inhabited by the Kumeyaay people. The first Europeans to settle in the area were Spanish missionaries who established a mission in 1769. The area was then part of Mexico until 1848 when it became part of the United States after the Mexican-American War.
In 1869, the area was surveyed and divided into lots by a man named John T. Frazier. Frazier named the area La Mesa and began selling lots to settlers. The first settlers were mostly farmers and ranchers who grew crops such as wheat, barley, and oats.
In 1887, the first railroad line was built through La Mesa, connecting it to San Diego. This allowed for the growth of the city as it became a popular destination for tourists and vacationers.
In 1912, La Mesa was officially incorporated as a city. The city continued to grow and by the 1950s, it had become a popular suburb of San Diego.

Geography

La Mesa is located in San Diego County, California. It is situated in the foothills of the Cuyamaca Mountains and is located about 10 miles east of downtown San Diego. The city covers an area of 9.2 square miles and has an elevation of 486 feet.
The city is bordered by the cities of El Cajon to the north, Lemon Grove to the east, and San Diego to the south and west. La Mesa is located in a semi-arid climate zone and has an average annual temperature of 64°F.

Economy

La Mesa has a diverse economy that is driven by a variety of industries. The city is home to several large employers, including Sharp HealthCare, San Diego State University, and the Grossmont Union High School District.
The city is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. La Mesa is also home to several shopping centers, including Grossmont Center and La Mesa Village.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, La Mesa had a population of 57,065. The population is made up of a diverse mix of ethnicities, including White (63.2%), Hispanic or Latino (25.2%), Asian (4.7%), African American (3.2%), and Native American (0.7%).
The median household income in La Mesa is $63,845 and the median home value is $521,000. The city has a high rate of homeownership, with 73.3% of residents owning their own homes.
La Mesa is a diverse and vibrant city that is home to a variety of cultures and lifestyles. The city is known for its small-town charm and is a popular destination for tourists and vacationers.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of La Mesa?
Total Population of La Mesa is 60,888.
What is the Total Male Population of La Mesa?
Total Male Population of La Mesa is 29,039.
What is the Total Female Population of La Mesa?
Total Female Population of La Mesa is 31,849.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in La Mesa?
There are 91.18 Males per 100 Females in La Mesa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in La Mesa?
There are 109.68 Females per 100 Males in La Mesa.
What is the Median Population Age in La Mesa?
Median Population Age in La Mesa is 36.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in La Mesa
Average Family Size in La Mesa is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in La Mesa
Average Household Size in La Mesa is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in La Mesa?
Per Capita income in La Mesa is $44,185.
What is the Median Family Income in La Mesa?
Median Family Income in La Mesa is $104,548.
What is the Median Household income in La Mesa?
Median Household Income in La Mesa is $83,649.
What is Income or Wage Gap in La Mesa?
Income or Wage Gap in La Mesa is 26.5%.
Women in La Mesa earn 73.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in La Mesa?
Inequality or Gini Index in La Mesa is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in La Mesa?
There are 34,132 People in the Labor Forcein in La Mesa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in La Mesa?
69.4% of People are in the Labor Force in La Mesa.
What is the Unemployment Rate in La Mesa?
Unemployment Rate in La Mesa is 6.5%.