Mesa, Arizona
Quick Statistics
Mesa is a community in Maricopa County, Arizona, home to about 511,764 people spread across 141.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $43,255 a year, and a typical home is worth about $408,000. About 42.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 17 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Arizona towns GeoStat tracks, Mesa ranks number 3 of 441 in population, number 72 in median household income, number 70 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Mesa typically top out near 107°F in July, while January nights average about 43°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Gilbert, AZ | 6.4 mi. | 280,262 |
| 2. | Apache Junction, AZ | 10.2 mi. | 41,058 |
| 3. | Chandler, AZ | 11.3 mi. | 280,136 |
| 4. | Tempe, AZ | 12.4 mi. | 188,065 |
| 5. | Queen Creek, AZ | 12.6 mi. | 71,867 |
| 6. | Fountain Hills, AZ | 14.4 mi. | 23,789 |
| 7. | Guadalupe, AZ | 14.4 mi. | 5,272 |
| 8. | Sun Lakes, AZ | 15.6 mi. | 13,924 |
What is the population of Mesa, Arizona?
Mesa has a population of about 511,764 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Mesa, Arizona in?
Mesa is located in Maricopa County, Arizona.
What is the median home value in Mesa, Arizona?
The median home value in Mesa is about $408,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Mesa, Arizona?
The median personal income in Mesa is about $43,255 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Mesa, Arizona?
Since 1950, 72 tornadoes have been recorded in Maricopa County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Mesa, Arizona?
Typical July highs run about 107 degrees and January lows about 43 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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