Mesquite, NV

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Mesquite Overview

20,659
TOTAL POPULATION
10,514
MALE POPULATION
10,145
FEMALE POPULATION
103.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.49
FEMALES / 100 MALES
62.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,788
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,653
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,146
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,525
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,878
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
37.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mesquite Zip Codes

Mesquite Area Codes

Race in Mesquite

The most populous races in Mesquite are White / Caucasian (16,400 | 79.4%), Hispanic or Latino (5,218 | 25.3%), and Two or more Races (2,072 | 10.0%).
Race in Mesquite
Race# Population% Population
Asian4782.3%
Black / African American2251.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific1260.6%
Hispanic or Latino5,21825.3%
Native / Alaskan1840.9%
White / Caucasian16,40079.4%
Two or more Races2,07210.0%
Some other Race1,1745.7%
Total20,659100.0%

Ancestry in Mesquite

The most populous ancestries reported in Mesquite are Mexican (4,600 | 22.3%), English (4,009 | 19.4%), German (2,969 | 14.4%), Irish (1,823 | 8.8%), and American (1,004 | 4.9%), together accounting for 69.7% of all Mesquite residents.
Ancestry in Mesquite
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaskan Athabascan40.0%
American1,0044.9%
Apache70.0%
Argentinean90.0%
Armenian360.2%
Australian240.1%
Austrian600.3%
Basque720.4%
Belgian260.1%
Bhutanese380.2%
Blackfeet60.0%
Brazilian80.0%
British1390.7%
Burmese610.3%
Canadian410.2%
Central American2571.2%
Central American Indian290.1%
Cherokee170.1%
Chippewa130.1%
Choctaw320.2%
Colombian90.0%
Croatian260.1%
Cuban820.4%
Czech640.3%
Czechoslovakian80.0%
Danish4552.2%
Dutch2321.1%
Eastern European320.2%
English4,00919.4%
European3201.5%
Filipino150.1%
Finnish480.2%
French5062.5%
French American Indian20.0%
French Canadian1380.7%
German2,96914.4%
Greek1700.8%
Guatemalan1630.8%
Honduran300.2%
Hungarian750.4%
Icelander230.1%
Indian (Asian)1140.5%
Iranian50.0%
Irish1,8238.8%
Iroquois160.1%
Italian7233.5%
Korean2671.3%
Lithuanian370.2%
Mexican4,60022.3%
Mexican American Indian300.2%
Native Hawaiian1800.9%
Navajo270.1%
Nicaraguan330.2%
Northern European590.3%
Norwegian6723.3%
Osage70.0%
Pakistani590.3%
Panamanian80.0%
Peruvian140.1%
Polish4712.3%
Portuguese1070.5%
Puerto Rican180.1%
Romanian120.1%
Russian1010.5%
Salvadoran230.1%
Samoan710.3%
Scandinavian910.4%
Scotch-Irish1060.5%
Scottish5222.5%
Serbian80.0%
Shoshone70.0%
Slovak80.0%
Slovene160.1%
South American320.2%
Spaniard330.2%
Spanish1120.5%
Spanish American180.1%
Subsaharan African120.1%
Swedish4772.3%
Swiss2091.0%
Thai90.0%
Tongan50.0%
Turkish100.1%
Welsh2461.2%
Yuman30.0%
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Immigrants in Mesquite

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mesquite came from Latin America (1,773 | 8.6%), Central America (1,666 | 8.1%), Mexico (1,281 | 6.2%), Asia (366 | 1.8%), and Europe (278 | 1.3%), together accounting for 26.0% of all Mesquite residents.
Immigrants in Mesquite
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Argentina90.0%
Asia3661.8%
Australia240.1%
Brazil840.4%
Canada1430.7%
Central America1,6668.1%
China410.2%
Costa Rica550.3%
Eastern Asia940.5%
Eastern Europe900.4%
El Salvador60.0%
England490.2%
Europe2781.3%
France540.3%
Germany300.2%
Guatemala1590.8%
Honduras1450.7%
Hong Kong70.0%
Iran50.0%
Ireland140.1%
Korea530.3%
Latin America1,7738.6%
Lebanon70.0%
Mexico1,2816.2%
North Macedonia100.1%
Northern Europe980.5%
Norway260.1%
Oceania240.1%
Panama200.1%
Peru140.1%
Philippines2011.0%
Poland490.2%
Russia310.2%
South America1070.5%
South Central Asia50.0%
South Eastern Asia2601.3%
Southern Europe60.0%
Spain60.0%
Sweden50.0%
Taiwan70.0%
Thailand590.3%
Western Asia70.0%
Western Europe840.4%
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Sex and Age in Mesquite

Sex and Age in Mesquite

The most populous age groups in Mesquite are 70 to 74 Years (1,413 | 13.4%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (1,661 | 16.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mesquite
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years480 (4.6%)315 (3.1%)
5 to 9 Years330 (3.1%)373 (3.7%)
10 to 14 Years420 (4.0%)317 (3.1%)
15 to 19 Years386 (3.7%)548 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years400 (3.8%)233 (2.3%)
25 to 29 Years319 (3.0%)285 (2.8%)
30 to 34 Years372 (3.5%)383 (3.8%)
35 to 39 Years513 (4.9%)242 (2.4%)
40 to 44 Years472 (4.5%)286 (2.8%)
45 to 49 Years443 (4.2%)438 (4.3%)
50 to 54 Years462 (4.4%)705 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years389 (3.7%)588 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years725 (6.9%)990 (9.8%)
65 to 69 Years1,291 (12.3%)1,138 (11.2%)
70 to 74 Years1,413 (13.4%)1,661 (16.4%)
75 to 79 Years1,231 (11.7%)911 (9.0%)
80 to 84 Years569 (5.4%)515 (5.1%)
85 Years and over299 (2.8%)217 (2.1%)
Total10,514 (100.0%)10,145 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mesquite

Median Family Size in Mesquite

The median family size in Mesquite is 2.67 persons per family, with single male/father families (410 | 6.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.68 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (5,254 | 83.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.53 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mesquite
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple5,254 (83.9%)2.53
Single Male/Father410 (6.6%)3.68
Single Female/Mother598 (9.6%)3.26
Total Families6,262 (100.0%)2.67

Median Household Size in Mesquite

The median household size in Mesquite is 2.27 persons per household, with single male/father households (410 | 4.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.29 persons per household. non-family households (2,786 | 30.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mesquite
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple5,254 (58.1%)2.54
Single Male/Father410 (4.5%)4.29
Single Female/Mother598 (6.6%)3.50
Non-family2,786 (30.8%)1.21
Total Households9,048 (100.0%)2.27

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mesquite

Out of a total of 9,048 households in Mesquite, 6,262 (69.2%) are family households, while 2,786 (30.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,371, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,309.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mesquite
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,309 (25.5%)
2-Person Households4,371 (48.3%)374 (4.1%)
3-Person Households640 (7.1%)103 (1.1%)
4-Person Households690 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households300 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households205 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households56 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,262 (69.2%)2,786 (30.8%)

Female Fertility in Mesquite

Fertility by Age in Mesquite

Average fertility rate in Mesquite is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 110.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mesquite
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years99 (60.0%)110.0
35 to 50 years66 (40.0%)63.0
Total165 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mesquite

85.5% of women with births (165) in Mesquite are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 24.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mesquite
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years75 (75.8%)24 (24.2%)
35 to 50 years66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total141 (85.5%)24 (14.5%)

Fertility by Education in Mesquite

Average fertility rate in Mesquite is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 286.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 32.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mesquite
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School48 (29.1%)81.0
High School Diploma23 (13.9%)28.0
College or Associate's Degree53 (32.1%)82.0
Bachelor's Degree7 (4.2%)23.0
Graduate Degree34 (20.6%)286.0
Total165 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mesquite

14.5% of women with births in Mesquite 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 college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 45.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mesquite
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree29 (54.7%)24 (45.3%)
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total141 (85.5%)24 (14.5%)

Income in Mesquite

Income Overview in Mesquite

Per Capita Income in Mesquite is $37,788, while median incomes of families and households are $76,653 and $69,146 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income20,659$37,788
Median Family Income6,262$76,653
Mean Family Income6,262$94,359
Median Household Income9,048$69,146
Mean Household Income9,048$85,081
Income Deficit6,262$8,525
Wage / Income Gap (%)20,65929.72%
Wage / Income Gap ($)20,65970.28¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index20,6590.40

Earnings by Sex in Mesquite

Average Earnings in Mesquite are $31,731, $35,383 for men and $24,868 for women, a difference of 29.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Mesquite
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male4,132 (55.0%)$35,383
Female3,384 (45.0%)$24,868
Total7,516 (100.0%)$31,731

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mesquite

The most common earnings brackets in Mesquite are $100,000+ for men (485 | 11.7%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (269 | 8.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mesquite
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less85 (2.1%)162 (4.8%)
$2,500 to $4,999217 (5.2%)203 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49952 (1.3%)229 (6.8%)
$7,500 to $9,999103 (2.5%)144 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499249 (6.0%)199 (5.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99990 (2.2%)183 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499120 (2.9%)127 (3.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99984 (2.0%)216 (6.4%)
$20,000 to $22,499184 (4.4%)85 (2.5%)
$22,500 to $24,999160 (3.9%)152 (4.5%)
$25,000 to $29,999416 (10.1%)190 (5.6%)
$30,000 to $34,999287 (7.0%)255 (7.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999204 (4.9%)269 (8.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999187 (4.5%)134 (4.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999104 (2.5%)72 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $54,999134 (3.2%)131 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999243 (5.9%)133 (3.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999388 (9.4%)122 (3.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999340 (8.2%)250 (7.4%)
$100,000+485 (11.7%)128 (3.8%)
Total4,132 (100.0%)3,384 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mesquite

Average earnings in Mesquite are $40,273 for men and $29,461 for women, a difference of 26.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,806, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $34,694. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $38,872, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,781.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mesquite
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,096$25,781
High School Diploma$39,286$31,771
College or Associate's Degree$34,694$28,910
Bachelor's Degree$50,833$38,872
Graduate Degree$86,806$0
Total$40,273$29,461

Family Income in Mesquite

Family Income Brackets in Mesquite

According to the Mesquite family income data, there are 1,371 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 56 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Mesquite
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000881.4%
$10,000 to $14,999560.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991943.1%
$25,000 to $34,9994887.8%
$35,000 to $49,99981413.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,37121.9%
$75,000 to $99,9991,12718.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991,24619.9%
$150,000 to $199,9994767.6%
$200,000+3956.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mesquite

5-person families (243 | 3.9%) account for the highest median family income in Mesquite with $104,676 per family, while 2-person families (4,515 | 72.1%) have the highest median income of $38,494 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mesquite
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families4,515 (72.1%)$76,989
3-Person Families572 (9.1%)$76,912
4-Person Families723 (11.6%)$70,293
5-Person Families243 (3.9%)$104,676
6-Person Families153 (2.4%)$0
7+ Person Families56 (0.9%)$0
Total6,262 (100.0%)$76,653

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mesquite

The median family income in Mesquite is $76,653, with families comprising 3+ earners (444) having the highest median family income of $102,679, while families with no earners (2,853) have the lowest median family income of $72,774, accounting for 7.1% and 45.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mesquite
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2,853 (45.6%)$72,774
1 Earner1,738 (27.8%)$80,603
2 Earners1,227 (19.6%)$80,444
3+ Earners444 (7.1%)$102,679
Total6,262 (100.0%)$76,653

Household Income in Mesquite

Household Income Brackets in Mesquite

With 1,828 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mesquite, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 154 households (1.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mesquite
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002262.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991541.7%
$15,000 to $24,9996246.9%
$25,000 to $34,99995010.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991,18513.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991,82820.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991,43915.9%
$100,000 to $149,9991,61117.8%
$150,000 to $199,9995436.0%
$200,000+4805.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mesquite

The median household income in Mesquite is $69,146, with the highest median household income of $75,565 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,254 households (13.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,621, with 169 households (1.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mesquite
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years169 (1.9%)$32,621
25 to 44 Years1,254 (13.9%)$75,565
45 to 64 Years2,124 (23.5%)$68,409
65+ Years5,501 (60.8%)$66,713
Total9,048 (100.0%)$69,146

Poverty in Mesquite

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mesquite

With 9.2% poverty level for males and 10.5% for females among the residents of Mesquite, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 46 males (55.4%) and 12 females (44.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mesquite
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years77 (17.2%)114 (36.2%)
5 Years46 (55.4%)12 (44.4%)
6 to 11 Years68 (20.8%)65 (14.8%)
12 to 14 Years51 (15.0%)11 (4.9%)
15 Years24 (47.1%)67 (38.1%)
16 and 17 Years46 (22.1%)46 (18.3%)
18 to 24 Years58 (11.0%)99 (28.0%)
25 to 34 Years37 (5.3%)133 (19.9%)
35 to 44 Years53 (5.4%)51 (9.7%)
45 to 54 Years111 (12.5%)185 (16.2%)
55 to 64 Years108 (10.0%)70 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years130 (4.8%)157 (5.6%)
75 Years and over149 (7.1%)54 (3.3%)
Total958 (9.2%)1,064 (10.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mesquite

According to the poverty statistics in Mesquite, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.2% of males and 96.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mesquite
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years372 (82.9%)201 (63.8%)
5 Years37 (44.6%)15 (55.6%)
6 to 11 Years259 (79.2%)374 (85.2%)
12 to 14 Years289 (85.0%)213 (95.1%)
15 Years27 (52.9%)109 (61.9%)
16 and 17 Years162 (77.9%)205 (81.7%)
18 to 24 Years469 (89.0%)255 (72.0%)
25 to 34 Years654 (94.7%)535 (80.1%)
35 to 44 Years927 (94.6%)477 (90.3%)
45 to 54 Years778 (87.5%)958 (83.8%)
55 to 64 Years973 (90.0%)1,497 (95.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,574 (95.2%)2,625 (94.4%)
75 Years and over1,950 (92.9%)1,589 (96.7%)
Total9,471 (90.8%)9,053 (89.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mesquite

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mesquite show that 4.2% or 219 of the total 5,254 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 34.4%, comprising of 89 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mesquite
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children4,263 (98.1%)81 (1.9%)
1 or 2 Children597 (92.4%)49 (7.6%)
3 or 4 Children170 (65.6%)89 (34.4%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,035 (95.8%)219 (4.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mesquite

According to the poverty data in Mesquite, 9.3% or 38 single-father households and 13.7% or 82 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 16 households (18.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 79 households (24.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mesquite
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children13 (5.0%)3 (1.2%)
1 or 2 Children9 (13.9%)79 (24.7%)
3 or 4 Children16 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (9.3%)82 (13.7%)

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

The poverty data for Mesquite shows that 219 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 120 of the single-parent households (11.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 89 households (34.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 88 household (22.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mesquite
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children81 (1.9%)16 (3.2%)
1 or 2 Children49 (7.6%)88 (22.9%)
3 or 4 Children89 (34.4%)16 (13.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total219 (4.2%)120 (11.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Mesquite

Employment by Class of Employer in Mesquite

Among the 6,201 employed individuals in Mesquite, private company employees (5,064 | 81.7%), self-employed (incorporated) (335 | 5.4%), and local government employees (305 | 4.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mesquite
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5,06481.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3355.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1262.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1432.3%
Local Government Employees3054.9%
State Government Employees1161.9%
Federal Government Employees1121.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total6,201100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mesquite

According to the labor force statistics for Mesquite, out of the total population over 16 years of age (18,197), 37.8% or 6,878 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 523 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 94.2% or 711 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.1% or 93 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mesquite
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years258 (36.5%)9 (3.5%)
20 to 24 Years526 (83.1%)60 (11.4%)
25 to 29 Years508 (84.1%)52 (10.2%)
30 to 34 Years711 (94.2%)93 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,303 (86.1%)39 (3.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,382 (67.5%)113 (8.2%)
55 to 59 Years551 (56.4%)47 (8.5%)
60 to 64 Years583 (34.0%)22 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years858 (15.6%)69 (8.0%)
75 Years and over187 (5.0%)15 (8.1%)
Total6,878 (37.8%)523 (7.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mesquite

According to labor force statistics for Mesquite, 66.2% of individuals (5,039) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,612) are in the labor force, with 7.3% or 368 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 71.1% or 2,190 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.2% or 62 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mesquite
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School510 (64.1%)97 (12.2%)
High School Diploma2,190 (71.1%)176 (5.7%)
College / Associate Degree1,358 (62.2%)162 (7.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher983 (63.3%)126 (8.1%)
Total5,039 (66.2%)556 (7.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mesquite

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mesquite are Management (403 | 6.4%), Community & Social Service (323 | 5.1%), Business & Financial (304 | 4.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (301 | 4.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (197 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mesquite

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mesquite, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (85.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (59.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mesquite
OccupationMaleFemale
Management275 (68.2%)128 (31.8%)
Business & Financial199 (65.5%)105 (34.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science103 (85.1%)18 (14.9%)
Computers & Mathematics62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering37 (67.3%)18 (32.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 154 (47.7%)169 (52.3%)
Education, Arts & Media21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support9 (47.4%)10 (52.6%)
Education Instruction & Library80 (40.6%)117 (59.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment44 (51.2%)42 (48.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating77 (25.6%)224 (74.4%)
Health Technologists28 (14.7%)162 (85.3%)
Total (Category)808 (55.6%)644 (44.4%)
Total (Overall)3,610 (56.8%)2,741 (43.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mesquite are Cleaning & Maintenance (598 | 9.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (566 | 8.9%), Personal Care & Service (329 | 5.2%), Healthcare Support (208 | 3.3%), and Security & Protection (187 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations in Mesquite

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mesquite, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (94.5%), Security & Protection (74.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (64.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (91.3%), Personal Care & Service (62.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (45.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mesquite
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support18 (8.6%)190 (91.3%)
Security & Protection140 (74.9%)47 (25.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention71 (62.3%)43 (37.7%)
Law Enforcement69 (94.5%)4 (5.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving310 (54.8%)256 (45.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance388 (64.9%)210 (35.1%)
Personal Care & Service123 (37.4%)206 (62.6%)
Total (Category)979 (51.8%)909 (48.1%)
Total (Overall)3,610 (56.8%)2,741 (43.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mesquite are Office & Administration (906 | 14.3%), and Sales & Related (658 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mesquite

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mesquite
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related297 (45.1%)361 (54.9%)
Office & Administration226 (24.9%)680 (75.1%)
Total (Category)523 (33.4%)1,041 (66.6%)
Total (Overall)3,610 (56.8%)2,741 (43.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mesquite are Construction & Extraction (335 | 5.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (189 | 3.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mesquite

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mesquite
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction329 (98.2%)6 (1.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair182 (96.3%)7 (3.7%)
Total (Category)511 (97.5%)13 (2.5%)
Total (Overall)3,610 (56.8%)2,741 (43.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mesquite are Material Moving (456 | 7.2%), Production (237 | 3.7%), and Transportation (230 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mesquite

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mesquite
OccupationMaleFemale
Production171 (72.2%)66 (27.9%)
Transportation215 (93.5%)15 (6.5%)
Material Moving403 (88.4%)53 (11.6%)
Total (Category)789 (85.5%)134 (14.5%)
Total (Overall)3,610 (56.8%)2,741 (43.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mesquite

Employment Industries in Mesquite

The major employment industries in Mesquite include Retail Trade (960 | 15.1%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (946 | 14.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (805 | 12.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (655 | 10.3%), and Construction (471 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Mesquite

Employment Industries by Sex in Mesquite

The Mesquite industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Manufacturing (97.7%), and Construction (92.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.2%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (75.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mesquite
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting45 (45.5%)54 (54.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction437 (92.8%)34 (7.2%)
Manufacturing253 (97.7%)6 (2.3%)
Wholesale Trade61 (82.4%)13 (17.6%)
Retail Trade511 (53.2%)449 (46.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing194 (79.8%)49 (20.2%)
Utilities45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information41 (50.6%)40 (49.4%)
Finance & Insurance150 (56.2%)117 (43.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing34 (24.5%)105 (75.5%)
Professional & Scientific145 (56.0%)114 (44.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support272 (64.8%)148 (35.2%)
Educational Services117 (49.8%)118 (50.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance77 (11.8%)578 (88.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation524 (55.4%)422 (44.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services483 (60.0%)322 (40.0%)
Public Administration154 (66.4%)78 (33.6%)
Total3,610 (56.8%)2,741 (43.2%)

Education in Mesquite

School Enrollment in Mesquite

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,682 students in Mesquite are high school (947 | 35.3%), elementary school (550 | 20.5%), and middle school (539 | 20.1%).
School Enrollment in Mesquite
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1365.1%
Kindergarten1234.6%
Elementary School55020.5%
Middle School53920.1%
High School94735.3%
College / Undergraduate28310.5%
Graduate / Professional1043.9%
Total2,682100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mesquite

Out of a total of 2,682 students who are enrolled in schools in Mesquite, 139 (5.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,543 (94.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 22 (26.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 97 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mesquite
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old679 (98.0%)14 (2.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds694 (97.2%)20 (2.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds646 (97.7%)15 (2.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds61 (73.5%)22 (26.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds143 (83.1%)29 (16.9%)
35 Years and over121 (75.2%)40 (24.8%)
Total2,543 (94.8%)139 (5.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mesquite

Education (856 | 18.9%), business (834 | 18.4%), social sciences (549 | 12.1%), engineering (387 | 8.5%), and science & technology (374 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 4,542 individuals in Mesquite who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mesquite
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2034.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2044.5%
Physical & Health Sciences1172.6%
Psychology1513.3%
Social Sciences54912.1%
Engineering3878.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies190.4%
Science & Technology3748.2%
Business83418.4%
Education85618.9%
Literature & Languages1413.1%
Liberal Arts & History1302.9%
Visual & Performing Arts1212.7%
Communications2194.8%
Arts & Humanities2375.2%
Total4,542100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mesquite

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mesquite

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mesquite are males with 2 vehicles (1,595, accounting for 44.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,165, making up 60.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mesquite
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle47 (1.3%)44 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle795 (22.3%)583 (22.1%)
2 Vehicles1,595 (44.8%)1,165 (44.1%)
3 Vehicles700 (19.7%)606 (22.9%)
4 Vehicles200 (5.6%)158 (6.0%)
5 or more Vehicles222 (6.2%)86 (3.3%)
Total3,559 (100.0%)2,642 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mesquite

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mesquite are 5 to 9 minutes (2,250 commuters, 39.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,356 commuters, 23.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (584 commuters, 10.1%).
Commute Time in Mesquite
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4537.8%
5 to 9 Minutes2,25039.0%
10 to 14 Minutes1,35623.5%
15 to 19 Minutes58410.1%
20 to 24 Minutes200.4%
25 to 29 Minutes1372.4%
30 to 34 Minutes1041.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1793.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1342.3%
45 to 59 Minutes2003.5%
60 to 89 Minutes1492.6%
90 or more Minutes2113.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Mesquite

The most common commute times in Mesquite are 5 to 9 minutes (1,161 commuters, 35.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,089 commuters, 44.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mesquite
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes195 (5.9%)258 (10.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,161 (35.0%)1,089 (44.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes759 (22.9%)597 (24.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes382 (11.5%)202 (8.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes14 (0.4%)6 (0.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes80 (2.4%)57 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes59 (1.8%)45 (1.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes157 (4.7%)22 (0.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes113 (3.4%)21 (0.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes124 (3.7%)76 (3.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes96 (2.9%)53 (2.1%)
90 or more Minutes172 (5.2%)39 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mesquite

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mesquite are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (560, 16.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (412, 16.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mesquite
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM547 (16.5%)209 (8.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM185 (5.6%)42 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM236 (7.1%)84 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM273 (8.2%)90 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM521 (15.7%)159 (6.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM198 (6.0%)181 (7.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM199 (6.0%)412 (16.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM281 (8.5%)225 (9.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM26 (0.8%)220 (8.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM139 (4.2%)124 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM71 (2.1%)79 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM7 (0.2%)28 (1.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM560 (16.9%)321 (13.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM69 (2.1%)291 (11.8%)
Total3,312 (100.0%)2,465 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mesquite

Occupancy by Ownership in Mesquite

Of the total 9,048 dwellings in Mesquite, owner-occupied units account for 7,120 (78.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,928 (21.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mesquite
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,12078.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,92821.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,048100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mesquite

Occupancy by Household Size in Mesquite
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,30925.5%
2-Person Household4,74552.4%
3-Person Household7438.2%
4+ Person Household1,25113.8%
Total Housing Units9,048100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mesquite

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mesquite
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,731 (75.0%)578 (25.0%)
2-Person Household4,013 (84.6%)732 (15.4%)
3-Person Household457 (61.5%)286 (38.5%)
4+ Person Household919 (73.5%)332 (26.5%)
Total Housing Units7,120 (78.7%)1,928 (21.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mesquite

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mesquite
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School396 (60.6%)257 (39.4%)
High School Diploma1,845 (69.5%)809 (30.5%)
College/Associate Degree2,676 (82.9%)551 (17.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,203 (87.6%)311 (12.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mesquite

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mesquite
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6016.6%
35 to 44 Years8229.1%
45 to 54 Years8869.8%
55 to 64 Years1,23813.7%
65 to 74 Years3,41437.7%
75 to 84 Years1,75419.4%
85 Years and Over3333.7%
Total9,048100.0%

Housing Finances in Mesquite

Median Income by Occupancy in Mesquite

Median Income by Occupancy in Mesquite
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,120 (78.7%)$75,292
Renter-Occupied1,928 (21.3%)$43,913
Average9,048 (100.0%)$69,146

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mesquite

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mesquite
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00088 (1.2%)57 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99972 (1.0%)11 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99975 (1.1%)77 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999131 (1.8%)74 (3.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999273 (3.8%)149 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999587 (8.2%)362 (18.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999822 (11.5%)364 (18.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,491 (20.9%)338 (17.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,333 (18.7%)105 (5.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,255 (17.6%)359 (18.6%)
$150,000 or more993 (14.0%)32 (1.7%)
Total7,120 (100.0%)1,928 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mesquite

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mesquite
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300368 (5.2%)16 (0.8%)
$300 to $4991,792 (25.2%)34 (1.8%)
$500 to $7991,292 (18.1%)182 (9.4%)
$800 to $999395 (5.6%)438 (22.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,429 (20.1%)777 (40.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999951 (13.4%)266 (13.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499515 (7.2%)21 (1.1%)
$2,500 to $2,999222 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more156 (2.2%)10 (0.5%)
Total7,120 (100.0%)1,928 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mesquite

Housing Structures in Mesquite

Housing Structures in Mesquite
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,68462.8%
Single Unit, Attached1,37215.2%
2 Unit Apartments931.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments97610.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3323.7%
10 or more Apartments2833.1%
Mobile Home / Other3083.4%
Total9,048100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mesquite

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mesquite
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,101 (89.7%)583 (10.3%)
Single Unit, Attached1,108 (80.8%)264 (19.2%)
2 Unit Apartments29 (31.2%)64 (68.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments506 (51.8%)470 (48.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments72 (21.7%)260 (78.3%)
10 or more Apartments31 (11.0%)252 (89.0%)
Mobile Home / Other273 (88.6%)35 (11.4%)
Total7,120 (78.7%)1,928 (21.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mesquite

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mesquite
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room15 (0.2%)77 (4.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms402 (5.7%)340 (17.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,651 (51.3%)1,095 (56.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,143 (30.1%)301 (15.6%)
8 or more Rooms909 (12.8%)115 (6.0%)
Total7,120 (100.0%)1,928 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mesquite

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mesquite
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas203 (2.9%)101 (5.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas53 (0.7%)29 (1.5%)
Electricity6,795 (95.4%)1,745 (90.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels30 (0.4%)12 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used39 (0.5%)41 (2.1%)
Total7,120 (100.0%)1,928 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mesquite

Household Vehicle Usage in Mesquite
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle257 (3.6%)168 (8.7%)
1 Vehicle2,429 (34.1%)957 (49.6%)
2 Vehicles3,326 (46.7%)671 (34.8%)
3 or more Vehicles1,108 (15.6%)132 (6.9%)
Total7,120 (100.0%)1,928 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mesquite

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mesquite

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,4153,705
Median Property Value$334,500$332,500
Median Household Income$65,563$559
Monthly Housing Costs$450$140
Real Estate Taxes$2,112$41

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mesquite

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mesquite
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000173 (5.1%)27 (0.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99985 (2.5%)13 (0.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,163 (34.1%)1,506 (40.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,370 (40.1%)1,682 (45.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999472 (13.8%)386 (10.4%)
$750,000 to $999,999122 (3.6%)81 (2.2%)
$1,000,000 or more30 (0.9%)10 (0.3%)
Total3,415 (100.0%)3,705 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mesquite

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mesquite
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000104 (3.0%)17 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999313 (9.2%)56 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999329 (9.6%)166 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999439 (12.9%)258 (7.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999745 (21.8%)383 (10.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999489 (14.3%)746 (20.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999562 (16.5%)844 (22.8%)
$150,000 or more434 (12.7%)693 (18.7%)
Total3,415 (100.0%)3,705 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mesquite

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mesquite
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x362 (10.6%)82,843 (2,236.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x448 (13.1%)504 (13.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x547 (16.0%)663 (17.9%)
4.0x or more2,043 (59.8%)695 (18.8%)
Total3,415 (100.0%)3,705 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mesquite

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mesquite
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800342 (10.0%)5 (0.1%)
$800 to $1,499529 (15.5%)361 (9.7%)
$800 to $1,4992,457 (72.0%)973 (26.3%)
Total3,415 (100.0%)3,705 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mesquite

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mesquite

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mesquite
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years893 (98.7%)12 (1.3%)
6 to 18 Years1,899 (86.9%)286 (13.1%)
19 to 25 Years543 (73.4%)197 (26.6%)
26 to 34 Years898 (67.5%)433 (32.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,140 (75.6%)368 (24.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,694 (83.4%)338 (16.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,338 (88.3%)310 (11.7%)
65 to 74 Years5,397 (98.4%)89 (1.6%)
75 Years and older3,701 (98.9%)41 (1.1%)
Total18,503 (89.9%)2,074 (10.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mesquite

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mesquite
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born893 (98.7%)12 (1.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,899 (86.9%)286 (13.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen543 (73.4%)197 (26.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mesquite

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mesquite
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,459 (87.0%)219 (13.1%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,938 (88.7%)500 (11.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,728 (86.4%)588 (13.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,016 (92.1%)260 (7.9%)
$100,000 and over6,359 (92.6%)507 (7.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mesquite

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mesquite
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6480 (53.0%)495 (54.7%)
6 to 18 Years625 (28.6%)1,398 (64.0%)
19 to 25 Years191 (25.8%)408 (55.1%)
25 to 34 Years200 (15.0%)712 (53.5%)
35 to 44 Years202 (13.4%)956 (63.4%)
45 to 54 Years398 (19.6%)1,391 (68.4%)
55 to 64 Years569 (21.5%)1,913 (72.2%)
65 to 74 Years5,334 (97.2%)3,201 (58.4%)
75 Years and over3,687 (98.5%)2,184 (58.4%)
Total11,686 (56.8%)12,658 (61.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mesquite

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mesquite
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (1.9%)
5 to 17 Years31 (3.1%)77 (6.9%)
18 to 34 Years86 (7.1%)45 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years454 (15.4%)431 (13.3%)
65 to 74 Years660 (24.4%)462 (16.6%)
75 Years and over939 (44.7%)661 (40.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mesquite

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mesquite: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (1.9%)
5 to 17 Years12 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years158 (5.4%)63 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years402 (14.9%)102 (3.7%)
75 Years and over696 (33.2%)271 (16.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mesquite: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years62 (2.1%)46 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years90 (3.3%)95 (3.4%)
75 Years and over269 (12.8%)99 (6.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mesquite: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (1.9%)67 (6.0%)
18 to 34 Years57 (4.7%)45 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years205 (7.0%)98 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years69 (2.5%)51 (1.8%)
75 Years and over268 (12.8%)293 (17.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mesquite: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years174 (5.9%)371 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years332 (12.3%)311 (11.2%)
75 Years and over568 (27.1%)472 (28.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mesquite: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (0.8%)54 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years129 (4.8%)56 (2.0%)
75 Years and over254 (12.1%)191 (11.6%)

Technology Access in Mesquite

Computing Device Access in Mesquite

Computing Device Access in Mesquite
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop7,45982.4%
Smartphone7,72985.4%
Tablet5,72163.2%
No Computing Device4595.1%
Total9,048100.0%

Internet Access in Mesquite

Internet Access in Mesquite
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet530.6%
Broadband Home7,17079.2%
Cellular Data Only6777.5%
Satellite Internet6246.9%
No Internet8609.5%
Total9,048100.0%

Mesquite Summary

Mesquite is a city located in Clark County, Nevada, United States, approximately 80 miles northeast of Las Vegas. It is located near the Arizona border and is the largest city in Clark County. The population was 15,276 at the 2010 census.

Geography

Mesquite is located at 36°47′3″N 114°48′59″W (36.784167, -114.816389). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles (41.8 km2), all of it land.

History

Mesquite was founded in 1880 as a stop on the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad. The city was named after the mesquite trees that grew in the area. The city was incorporated in 1984.

Economy

Mesquite is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to Las Vegas. The city is home to several casinos, including the Eureka Casino Resort, the Virgin River Hotel and Casino, and the CasaBlanca Resort and Casino. The city also has a variety of restaurants, shopping centers, and other attractions.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 15,276 people, 6,945 households, and 4,072 families residing in the city. The population density was 941.2 people per square mile (362.9/km2). There were 8,817 housing units at an average density of 545.3 per square mile (210.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 1.2% African American, 1.3% Native American, 1.4% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 13.8% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 24.8% of the population.
There were 6,945 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.7% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.76.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.9% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 27.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,813, and the median income for a family was $45,906. Males had a median income of $31,813 versus $22,813 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 9.2% of families and 11.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.2% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mesquite?
Total Population of Mesquite is 20,659.
What is the Total Male Population of Mesquite?
Total Male Population of Mesquite is 10,514.
What is the Total Female Population of Mesquite?
Total Female Population of Mesquite is 10,145.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mesquite?
There are 103.64 Males per 100 Females in Mesquite.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mesquite?
There are 96.49 Females per 100 Males in Mesquite.
What is the Median Population Age in Mesquite?
Median Population Age in Mesquite is 62.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mesquite
Average Family Size in Mesquite is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mesquite
Average Household Size in Mesquite is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mesquite?
Per Capita income in Mesquite is $37,788.
What is the Median Family Income in Mesquite?
Median Family Income in Mesquite is $76,653.
What is the Median Household income in Mesquite?
Median Household Income in Mesquite is $69,146.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mesquite?
Income or Wage Gap in Mesquite is 29.7%.
Women in Mesquite earn 70.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mesquite?
Family Income Deficit in Mesquite is $8,525.
Families that are below poverty line in Mesquite earn $8,525 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mesquite?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mesquite is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mesquite?
There are 6,878 People in the Labor Forcein in Mesquite.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mesquite?
37.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Mesquite.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mesquite?
Unemployment Rate in Mesquite is 7.6%.