Mesquite

Mesquite, Nevada Overview

Mesquite ranks #1 of 20 cities in Nevada, earning a B grade with a composite score of 54.9/100. The city stands out in Safety (86/100) and Growth (64/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Mesquite

The median household income in Mesquite is $74,439, 6% above the statewide median of $70,448. Population grew 2.9% recently.

Safety in Mesquite

At 189.3 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Mesquite sits meaningfully below the Nevada average of 431 — a 128% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1197.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Mesquite

The median home value is $374,400. Median monthly rent is $1,114. Renters spend 18.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Mesquite

The adult obesity rate in Mesquite is 29.5% (CDC PLACES). Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 15.2%. Residents report an average of 15.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Nevada ranks #38 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Mesquite

Mesquite has a high school graduation rate of 83%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.4:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,569. The city has 3 public schools serving 1,941 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Mesquite

Summers in Mesquite are hot, averaging 88.1°F. Summers average 88.1°F. Winters average 48.5°F. The area is arid, receiving only 11.6 inches of precipitation annually. The average commute of 17.3 minutes is notably short.

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