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Mecca Overview

6,313
TOTAL POPULATION
3,401
MALE POPULATION
2,912
FEMALE POPULATION
116.79
MALES / 100 FEMALES
85.62
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$19,496
PER CAPITA INCOME
$54,821
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,411
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,689
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mecca Zip Codes

Mecca Area Codes

Race in Mecca

The most populous races in Mecca are Hispanic or Latino (6,187 | 98.0%), Some other Race (3,569 | 56.5%), and Two or more Races (2,404 | 38.1%).
Race in Mecca
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino6,18798.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3405.4%
Two or more Races2,40438.1%
Some other Race3,56956.5%
Total6,313100.0%

Ancestry in Mecca

The most populous ancestries reported in Mecca are Mexican (5,760 | 91.2%), Central American (269 | 4.3%), Salvadoran (145 | 2.3%), Guatemalan (124 | 2.0%), and American (103 | 1.6%), together accounting for 101.4% of all Mecca residents.
Ancestry in Mecca
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1031.6%
Central American2694.3%
Guatemalan1242.0%
Mexican5,76091.2%
Mexican American Indian230.4%
Salvadoran1452.3%
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Immigrants in Mecca

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mecca came from Latin America (3,714 | 58.8%), Central America (3,699 | 58.6%), Mexico (3,483 | 55.2%), El Salvador (168 | 2.7%), and Guatemala (48 | 0.8%), together accounting for 176.0% of all Mecca residents.
Immigrants in Mecca
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America3,69958.6%
Colombia150.2%
El Salvador1682.7%
Guatemala480.8%
Latin America3,71458.8%
Mexico3,48355.2%
South America150.2%
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Sex and Age in Mecca

Sex and Age in Mecca

The most populous age groups in Mecca are 30 to 34 Years (379 | 11.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (359 | 12.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mecca
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years75 (2.2%)82 (2.8%)
5 to 9 Years68 (2.0%)317 (10.9%)
10 to 14 Years308 (9.1%)66 (2.3%)
15 to 19 Years183 (5.4%)314 (10.8%)
20 to 24 Years233 (6.9%)200 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years324 (9.5%)173 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years379 (11.1%)204 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years201 (5.9%)55 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Years369 (10.8%)202 (6.9%)
45 to 49 Years195 (5.7%)265 (9.1%)
50 to 54 Years176 (5.2%)183 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years205 (6.0%)359 (12.3%)
60 to 64 Years253 (7.4%)222 (7.6%)
65 to 69 Years193 (5.7%)173 (5.9%)
70 to 74 Years179 (5.3%)31 (1.1%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)23 (0.8%)
80 to 84 Years35 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over25 (0.7%)43 (1.5%)
Total3,401 (100.0%)2,912 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mecca

Median Family Size in Mecca

The median family size in Mecca is 3.76 persons per family, with single female/mother families (273 | 19.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.35 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (165 | 12.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mecca
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple942 (68.3%)3.70
Single Male/Father165 (12.0%)3.12
Single Female/Mother273 (19.8%)4.35
Total Families1,380 (100.0%)3.76

Median Household Size in Mecca

The median household size in Mecca is 2.82 persons per household, with single female/mother households (273 | 12.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.35 persons per household. non-family households (860 | 38.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mecca
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple942 (42.0%)3.70
Single Male/Father165 (7.4%)3.12
Single Female/Mother273 (12.2%)4.35
Non-family860 (38.4%)1.31
Total Households2,240 (100.0%)2.82

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mecca

Out of a total of 2,240 households in Mecca, 1,380 (61.6%) are family households, while 860 (38.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 601, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 749.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mecca
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-749 (33.4%)
2-Person Households601 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households156 (7.0%)25 (1.1%)
4-Person Households274 (12.2%)86 (3.8%)
5-Person Households253 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households81 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,380 (61.6%)860 (38.4%)

Female Fertility in Mecca

Fertility by Age in Mecca

Average fertility rate in Mecca is 12.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mecca
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)29.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mecca

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mecca
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mecca

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mecca
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School17 (100.0%)25.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)12.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mecca

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mecca
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)

Income in Mecca

Income Overview in Mecca

Per Capita Income in Mecca is $19,496, while median incomes of families and households are $54,821 and $38,411 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,313$19,496
Median Family Income1,380$54,821
Mean Family Income1,380$66,267
Median Household Income2,240$38,411
Mean Household Income2,240$50,305
Income Deficit1,380$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,31339.89%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,31360.11¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,3130.44

Earnings by Sex in Mecca

Average Earnings in Mecca are $23,675, $28,716 for men and $17,261 for women, a difference of 39.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Mecca
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,296 (62.7%)$28,716
Female1,368 (37.3%)$17,261
Total3,664 (100.0%)$23,675

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mecca

The most common earnings brackets in Mecca are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (304 | 13.2%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (157 | 11.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mecca
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)115 (8.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99976 (3.3%)53 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49980 (3.5%)134 (9.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99953 (2.3%)133 (9.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499110 (4.8%)87 (6.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)20 (1.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499154 (6.7%)157 (11.5%)
$17,500 to $19,999234 (10.2%)95 (6.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499131 (5.7%)82 (6.0%)
$22,500 to $24,999207 (9.0%)44 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999159 (6.9%)46 (3.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999304 (13.2%)111 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999238 (10.4%)89 (6.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99994 (4.1%)36 (2.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99936 (1.6%)14 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999170 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99922 (1.0%)62 (4.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99988 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999140 (6.1%)49 (3.6%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)41 (3.0%)
Total2,296 (100.0%)1,368 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mecca

Average earnings in Mecca are $30,385 for men and $17,400 for women, a difference of 42.7%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $32,412, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $21,439. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,580, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $16,511.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mecca
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,836$0
High School Diploma$32,412$16,511
College or Associate's Degree$21,439$35,580
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$30,385$17,400

Family Income in Mecca

Family Income Brackets in Mecca

According to the Mecca family income data, there are 317 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Mecca
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99923717.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991097.9%
$35,000 to $49,99931723.0%
$50,000 to $74,99931723.0%
$75,000 to $99,99919013.8%
$100,000 to $149,999866.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991218.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mecca

4-person families (274 | 19.9%) account for the highest median family income in Mecca with $75,385 per family, while 2-person families (601 | 43.5%) have the highest median income of $19,807 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mecca
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families601 (43.5%)$39,614
3-Person Families156 (11.3%)$44,706
4-Person Families274 (19.9%)$75,385
5-Person Families253 (18.3%)$71,455
6-Person Families15 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families81 (5.9%)$0
Total1,380 (100.0%)$54,821

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mecca

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mecca
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners34 (2.5%)$0
1 Earner366 (26.5%)$35,119
2 Earners686 (49.7%)$60,488
3+ Earners294 (21.3%)$94,875
Total1,380 (100.0%)$54,821

Household Income in Mecca

Household Income Brackets in Mecca

With 562 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Mecca, accounting for 25.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Mecca
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001868.3%
$10,000 to $14,999723.2%
$15,000 to $24,99956225.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992139.5%
$35,000 to $49,99940318.0%
$50,000 to $74,99934315.3%
$75,000 to $99,99925511.4%
$100,000 to $149,999853.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991215.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mecca

The median household income in Mecca is $38,411, with the highest median household income of $54,375 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 559 households (25.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 30 households (1.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mecca
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years30 (1.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years559 (25.0%)$54,375
45 to 64 Years1,261 (56.3%)$36,339
65+ Years390 (17.4%)$20,756
Total2,240 (100.0%)$38,411

Poverty in Mecca

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mecca

With 8.8% poverty level for males and 22.8% for females among the residents of Mecca, 16 and 17 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (21.3%) and 82 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mecca
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years21 (11.5%)45 (14.6%)
12 to 14 Years22 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years13 (21.3%)119 (46.1%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)18 (7.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)64 (17.0%)
35 to 44 Years95 (16.7%)41 (16.0%)
45 to 54 Years79 (21.3%)80 (17.9%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)177 (30.5%)
65 to 74 Years62 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total292 (8.8%)664 (22.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mecca

According to the poverty statistics in Mecca, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mecca
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years161 (88.5%)264 (85.4%)
12 to 14 Years83 (79.0%)36 (100.0%)
15 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years48 (78.7%)139 (53.9%)
18 to 24 Years343 (100.0%)238 (93.0%)
25 to 34 Years703 (100.0%)313 (83.0%)
35 to 44 Years475 (83.3%)216 (84.1%)
45 to 54 Years292 (78.7%)368 (82.1%)
55 to 64 Years458 (100.0%)404 (69.5%)
65 to 74 Years310 (83.3%)204 (100.0%)
75 Years and over60 (100.0%)66 (100.0%)
Total3,032 (91.2%)2,248 (77.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mecca

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mecca show that 10.4% or 98 of the total 942 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 23.7%, comprising of 61 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mecca
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children560 (93.8%)37 (6.2%)
1 or 2 Children196 (76.3%)61 (23.7%)
3 or 4 Children88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total844 (89.6%)98 (10.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mecca

According to the poverty data in Mecca, 7.9% or 13 single-father households and 12.4% or 34 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (10.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mecca
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children13 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (7.9%)34 (12.4%)

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

The poverty data for Mecca shows that 98 of the married-couple family households (10.4%) and 47 of the single-parent households (10.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (23.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (60.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mecca
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children37 (6.2%)13 (5.3%)
1 or 2 Children61 (23.7%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)34 (60.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total98 (10.4%)47 (10.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Mecca

Employment by Class of Employer in Mecca

Among the 3,260 employed individuals in Mecca, private company employees (2,666 | 81.8%), local government employees (246 | 7.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (154 | 4.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mecca
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,66681.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1193.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1544.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees2467.5%
State Government Employees601.8%
Federal Government Employees150.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,260100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mecca

According to the labor force statistics for Mecca, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,385), 68.5% or 3,689 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.5% or 387 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 497 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 83.6% or 102 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mecca
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years122 (25.2%)102 (83.6%)
20 to 24 Years316 (73.0%)89 (28.2%)
25 to 29 Years497 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years522 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years673 (81.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years671 (81.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years450 (79.8%)106 (23.6%)
60 to 64 Years285 (60.0%)89 (31.2%)
65 to 74 Years155 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,689 (68.5%)387 (10.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mecca

According to labor force statistics for Mecca, 82.3% of individuals (3,099) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,765) are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 195 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 100.0% or 60 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.6% or 195 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mecca
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,684 (74.0%)264 (11.6%)
High School Diploma854 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree500 (97.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,099 (82.3%)237 (6.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mecca

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mecca are Community & Social Service (154 | 4.7%), Education Instruction & Library (112 | 3.4%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (42 | 1.3%), and Business & Financial (18 | 0.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mecca

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mecca, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (87.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (17.9%), and Community & Social Service (13.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mecca
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 134 (87.0%)20 (13.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library92 (82.1%)20 (17.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)152 (88.4%)20 (11.6%)
Total (Overall)2,129 (64.4%)1,176 (35.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mecca are Cleaning & Maintenance (411 | 12.4%), Personal Care & Service (182 | 5.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (167 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (126 | 3.8%), and Security & Protection (56 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Mecca

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mecca, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (45.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (42.6%), and Personal Care & Service (31.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (77.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mecca
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)126 (100.0%)
Security & Protection15 (26.8%)41 (73.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement15 (45.5%)18 (54.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving37 (22.2%)130 (77.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance175 (42.6%)236 (57.4%)
Personal Care & Service58 (31.9%)124 (68.1%)
Total (Category)285 (30.2%)657 (69.8%)
Total (Overall)2,129 (64.4%)1,176 (35.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mecca are Sales & Related (246 | 7.4%), and Office & Administration (81 | 2.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mecca

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mecca
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related134 (54.5%)112 (45.5%)
Office & Administration13 (16.1%)68 (84.0%)
Total (Category)147 (45.0%)180 (55.0%)
Total (Overall)2,129 (64.4%)1,176 (35.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mecca are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (706 | 21.4%), Construction & Extraction (588 | 17.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (27 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mecca

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mecca
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry493 (69.8%)213 (30.2%)
Construction & Extraction588 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,108 (83.9%)213 (16.1%)
Total (Overall)2,129 (64.4%)1,176 (35.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mecca are Material Moving (227 | 6.9%), Transportation (162 | 4.9%), and Production (154 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mecca

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mecca
OccupationMaleFemale
Production101 (65.6%)53 (34.4%)
Transportation162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving174 (76.6%)53 (23.4%)
Total (Category)437 (80.5%)106 (19.5%)
Total (Overall)2,129 (64.4%)1,176 (35.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mecca

Employment Industries in Mecca

The major employment industries in Mecca include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (735 | 22.2%), Construction (471 | 14.2%), Administrative & Support (331 | 10.0%), Manufacturing (264 | 8.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (245 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Mecca

Employment Industries by Sex in Mecca

The Mecca industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (84.9%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (82.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mecca
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting522 (71.0%)213 (29.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction471 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing246 (93.2%)18 (6.8%)
Wholesale Trade18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade116 (63.0%)68 (37.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support221 (66.8%)110 (33.2%)
Educational Services152 (77.9%)43 (22.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance33 (17.6%)154 (82.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation85 (59.4%)58 (40.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services37 (15.1%)208 (84.9%)
Public Administration15 (45.5%)18 (54.5%)
Total2,129 (64.4%)1,176 (35.6%)

Education in Mecca

School Enrollment in Mecca

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,331 students in Mecca are elementary school (349 | 26.2%), high school (345 | 25.9%), and middle school (343 | 25.8%).
School Enrollment in Mecca
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten503.8%
Elementary School34926.2%
Middle School34325.8%
High School34525.9%
College / Undergraduate21716.3%
Graduate / Professional272.0%
Total1,331100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mecca

Out of a total of 1,331 students who are enrolled in schools in Mecca, 17 (1.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,314 (98.7%) 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 17 (11.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 385 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mecca
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old385 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds374 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds136 (88.9%)17 (11.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,314 (98.7%)17 (1.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mecca

Literature & languages (42 | 49.4%), education (25 | 29.4%), and engineering (18 | 21.2%) are the most common fields of study among 85 individuals in Mecca who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mecca
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering1821.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education2529.4%
Literature & Languages4249.4%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total85100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mecca

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mecca

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mecca are males with 2 vehicles (840, accounting for 39.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (417, making up 74.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mecca
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle86 (4.0%)92 (8.1%)
1 Vehicle143 (6.7%)141 (12.5%)
2 Vehicles840 (39.5%)417 (36.9%)
3 Vehicles659 (30.9%)266 (23.5%)
4 Vehicles401 (18.8%)215 (19.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,129 (100.0%)1,131 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mecca

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mecca are 30 to 34 minutes (780 commuters, 24.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (617 commuters, 19.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (400 commuters, 12.6%).
Commute Time in Mecca
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1454.6%
5 to 9 Minutes1845.8%
10 to 14 Minutes2116.7%
15 to 19 Minutes40012.6%
20 to 24 Minutes61719.5%
25 to 29 Minutes2808.8%
30 to 34 Minutes78024.6%
35 to 39 Minutes180.6%
40 to 44 Minutes341.1%
45 to 59 Minutes2207.0%
60 to 89 Minutes1083.4%
90 or more Minutes1685.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Mecca

The most common commute times in Mecca are 30 to 34 minutes (633 commuters, 30.2%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (333 commuters, 31.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mecca
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)145 (13.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes184 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes143 (6.8%)68 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes218 (10.4%)182 (17.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes284 (13.6%)333 (31.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes200 (9.5%)80 (7.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes633 (30.2%)147 (13.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes34 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes140 (6.7%)80 (7.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes108 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes134 (6.4%)34 (3.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mecca

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mecca are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (697, 33.3%) for males and 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (189, 17.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mecca
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM266 (12.7%)120 (11.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM139 (6.6%)189 (17.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM399 (19.0%)138 (12.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM697 (33.3%)66 (6.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM87 (4.2%)87 (8.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM96 (4.6%)48 (4.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM33 (1.6%)162 (15.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM160 (7.6%)35 (3.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)20 (1.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)104 (9.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM15 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM182 (8.7%)100 (9.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM22 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,096 (100.0%)1,069 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mecca

Occupancy by Ownership in Mecca

Of the total 2,240 dwellings in Mecca, owner-occupied units account for 1,383 (61.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 857 (38.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mecca
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,38361.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units85738.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,240100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mecca

Occupancy by Household Size in Mecca
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household74933.4%
2-Person Household60126.8%
3-Person Household1818.1%
4+ Person Household70931.7%
Total Housing Units2,240100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mecca

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mecca
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household475 (63.4%)274 (36.6%)
2-Person Household427 (71.1%)174 (28.9%)
3-Person Household65 (35.9%)116 (64.1%)
4+ Person Household416 (58.7%)293 (41.3%)
Total Housing Units1,383 (61.7%)857 (38.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mecca

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mecca
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,041 (57.0%)784 (43.0%)
High School Diploma206 (79.5%)53 (20.5%)
College/Associate Degree136 (87.2%)20 (12.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mecca

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mecca
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years23210.4%
35 to 44 Years35715.9%
45 to 54 Years55925.0%
55 to 64 Years70231.3%
65 to 74 Years34715.5%
75 to 84 Years00.0%
85 Years and Over431.9%
Total2,240100.0%

Housing Finances in Mecca

Median Income by Occupancy in Mecca

Median Income by Occupancy in Mecca
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,383 (61.7%)$39,292
Renter-Occupied857 (38.3%)$36,458
Average2,240 (100.0%)$38,411

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mecca

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mecca
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000101 (7.3%)85 (9.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)71 (8.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999234 (16.9%)70 (8.2%)
$20,000 to $24,999183 (13.2%)75 (8.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999109 (7.9%)103 (12.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999265 (19.2%)138 (16.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999173 (12.5%)170 (19.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999163 (11.8%)92 (10.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99986 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more69 (5.0%)53 (6.2%)
Total1,383 (100.0%)857 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mecca

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mecca
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300207 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499160 (11.6%)42 (4.9%)
$500 to $799305 (22.1%)261 (30.5%)
$800 to $999249 (18.0%)266 (31.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499267 (19.3%)256 (29.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999195 (14.1%)32 (3.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,383 (100.0%)857 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mecca

Housing Structures in Mecca

Housing Structures in Mecca
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,15651.6%
Single Unit, Attached472.1%
2 Unit Apartments231.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2079.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments32514.5%
10 or more Apartments391.7%
Mobile Home / Other44319.8%
Total2,240100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mecca

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mecca
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,051 (90.9%)105 (9.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)207 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)325 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other332 (74.9%)111 (25.1%)
Total1,383 (61.7%)857 (38.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mecca

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mecca
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room139 (10.1%)84 (9.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)126 (14.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms760 (54.9%)591 (69.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms461 (33.3%)15 (1.8%)
8 or more Rooms23 (1.7%)41 (4.8%)
Total1,383 (100.0%)857 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mecca

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mecca
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas298 (21.5%)306 (35.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)42 (4.9%)
Electricity1,085 (78.4%)509 (59.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,383 (100.0%)857 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mecca

Household Vehicle Usage in Mecca
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle268 (19.4%)39 (4.5%)
1 Vehicle109 (7.9%)219 (25.6%)
2 Vehicles532 (38.5%)379 (44.2%)
3 or more Vehicles474 (34.3%)220 (25.7%)
Total1,383 (100.0%)857 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mecca

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mecca

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units857526
Median Property Value$165,700$227,100
Median Household Income$23,869$53
Monthly Housing Costs$709$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,558$37

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mecca

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mecca
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000266 (31.0%)20 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99966 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999435 (50.8%)422 (80.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99990 (10.5%)84 (16.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total857 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mecca

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mecca
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00055 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999402 (46.9%)46 (8.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (3.3%)15 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999188 (21.9%)81 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (3.5%)77 (14.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999115 (13.4%)143 (27.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99923 (2.7%)48 (9.1%)
$150,000 or more16 (1.9%)63 (12.0%)
Total857 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mecca

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mecca
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x360 (42.0%)68,053 (12,937.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x43 (5.0%)65 (12.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x60 (7.0%)102 (19.4%)
4.0x or more394 (46.0%)126 (23.9%)
Total857 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mecca

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mecca
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800109 (12.7%)46 (8.7%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499457 (53.3%)150 (28.5%)
Total857 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mecca

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mecca

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mecca
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years207 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,085 (97.2%)31 (2.8%)
19 to 25 Years511 (85.9%)84 (14.1%)
26 to 34 Years807 (80.1%)201 (19.9%)
35 to 44 Years767 (92.7%)60 (7.3%)
45 to 54 Years646 (78.9%)173 (21.1%)
55 to 64 Years933 (89.8%)106 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years516 (89.6%)60 (10.4%)
75 Years and older126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,598 (88.7%)715 (11.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mecca

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mecca
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born207 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,085 (97.2%)31 (2.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen511 (85.9%)84 (14.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mecca

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mecca
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,258 (92.6%)101 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,359 (88.8%)171 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,448 (94.3%)87 (5.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999593 (72.2%)228 (27.8%)
$100,000 and over940 (88.0%)128 (12.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mecca

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mecca
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6207 (100.0%)12 (5.8%)
6 to 18 Years979 (87.7%)134 (12.0%)
19 to 25 Years431 (72.4%)97 (16.3%)
25 to 34 Years719 (71.3%)130 (12.9%)
35 to 44 Years544 (65.8%)252 (30.5%)
45 to 54 Years615 (75.1%)31 (3.8%)
55 to 64 Years849 (81.7%)84 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years516 (89.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,986 (79.0%)740 (11.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mecca

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mecca
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)81 (12.6%)
18 to 34 Years154 (14.7%)89 (14.1%)
35 to 64 Years179 (12.8%)98 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years256 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (41.7%)66 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mecca

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mecca: <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 Years87 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years233 (62.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mecca: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)81 (12.6%)
18 to 34 Years105 (10.0%)62 (9.8%)
35 to 64 Years93 (6.7%)13 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mecca: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)27 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years73 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)43 (65.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mecca: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years86 (6.1%)85 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years222 (59.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (41.7%)66 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mecca: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years86 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years222 (59.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)43 (65.1%)

Technology Access in Mecca

Computing Device Access in Mecca

Computing Device Access in Mecca
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,09048.7%
Smartphone1,80480.5%
Tablet82236.7%
No Computing Device37616.8%
Total2,240100.0%

Internet Access in Mecca

Internet Access in Mecca
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home93441.7%
Cellular Data Only73032.6%
Satellite Internet1928.6%
No Internet48821.8%
Total2,240100.0%

Mecca Summary

Mecca is a small unincorporated community located in Riverside County, California. It is situated in the Coachella Valley, approximately 25 miles southeast of Palm Springs and about 130 miles east of Los Angeles. The population of Mecca was estimated to be around 4,000 in 2020.

History

Mecca was founded in the late 19th century by the Southern Pacific Railroad. The town was named after the biblical city of Mecca, which is located in Saudi Arabia. The town was originally a stop on the railroad line, and it was used as a place for railroad workers to rest and refuel.
In the early 20th century, Mecca became a popular destination for tourists and vacationers. The town was known for its hot springs, which were believed to have healing properties. The hot springs were also used to irrigate the surrounding farmland.
In the 1950s, Mecca began to experience a population boom as people moved to the area to take advantage of the agricultural opportunities. The town was also home to a large number of migrant workers, who were drawn to the area by the promise of work in the fields.

Geography

Mecca is located in the Coachella Valley, which is a desert region in southeastern California. The town is situated at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, which are part of the Peninsular Ranges. The town is surrounded by agricultural land, which is used to grow a variety of crops, including dates, citrus fruits, and vegetables.
The climate in Mecca is hot and dry, with temperatures reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer months. The town receives very little rainfall, with an average of only 4 inches per year.

Economy

Mecca’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to a number of farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including dates, citrus fruits, and vegetables. The town is also home to a number of food processing plants, which process the crops grown in the area.
In addition to agriculture, Mecca is home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The town is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Salton Sea, which is a large saltwater lake located nearby.

Demographics

Mecca is a predominantly Hispanic community, with over 90% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The town is also home to a large number of migrant workers, who come to the area to work in the fields. The median household income in Mecca is $30,000, which is significantly lower than the national average.
Mecca is served by the Coachella Valley Unified School District, which operates a number of elementary, middle, and high schools in the area. The town is also home to a number of churches, which serve the religious needs of the community.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mecca?
Total Population of Mecca is 6,313.
What is the Total Male Population of Mecca?
Total Male Population of Mecca is 3,401.
What is the Total Female Population of Mecca?
Total Female Population of Mecca is 2,912.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mecca?
There are 116.79 Males per 100 Females in Mecca.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mecca?
There are 85.62 Females per 100 Males in Mecca.
What is the Median Population Age in Mecca?
Median Population Age in Mecca is 38.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mecca
Average Family Size in Mecca is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mecca
Average Household Size in Mecca is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mecca?
Per Capita income in Mecca is $19,496.
What is the Median Family Income in Mecca?
Median Family Income in Mecca is $54,821.
What is the Median Household income in Mecca?
Median Household Income in Mecca is $38,411.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mecca?
Income or Wage Gap in Mecca is 39.9%.
Women in Mecca earn 60.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mecca?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mecca is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mecca?
There are 3,689 People in the Labor Forcein in Mecca.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mecca?
68.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Mecca.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mecca?
Unemployment Rate in Mecca is 10.5%.