Living in La Mesa, CA
La Mesa SnackAbility
8.5Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
7/10
Housing
9.5
Affordability
3
Diversity
9.5
Safety
6
Amenities
10
Education
8.5
Commute
7
La Mesa, CA Crime Report
1,209Total Crimes
2,000.3Total Crimes / 100k People
-22.12%
Below National Average
La Mesa, CA Cost Of Living
140La Mesa's Overall Cost Of Living
1.4x
Higher Than The National Average
La Mesa, California Info Snack
La Mesa is a city in Southern California, located 9 miles (14 km) east of Downtown San Diego in San Diego County. The population was 57,065 at the 2010 census, up from 54,749 at the 2000 census. Its civic motto is "the Jewel of the Hills."
Population
59,562
Unemployment
6.8%
Poverty
12.0%
Median Home
$491,900
Median Income
$63,947
Median Rent
$1,449
La Mesa, CA Photos
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Map Of La Mesa, CA
Population over time in La Mesa
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 59,562 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 59,479 | 0.6% |
| 2015 | 59,125 | 0.5% |
| 2014 | 58,858 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 58,239 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 57,681 | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 57,182 | 0.8% |
| 2010 | 56,722 | 0.8% |
| 2009 | 56,250 | - |
| Crime/100k | La Mesa | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 264.7 | 447.4 | 368.9 |
| Murder | 1.7 | 4.4 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 110.9 | 137.3 | 86.2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 130.7 | 266.5 | 246.8 |
| Property Crime | 1735.5 | 2380.4 | 2199.5 |
| Burglary | 259.8 | 416.2 | 376.0 |
| Larceny | 1257.4 | 1571.8 | 1594.6 |
| Car Theft | 218.4 | 392.4 | 228.9 |
Race / Ethnicity in La Mesa
| Race | La Mesa | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 55.5% | 37.5% | 61.1% |
| African American | 7.1% | 5.5% | 12.3% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Asian | 6.5% | 14.1% | 5.4% |
| Hawaiian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Two Or More | 4.6% | 3.0% | 2.4% |
| Hispanic | 25.9% | 38.9% | 17.8% |
Household Income For La Mesa, California
| Income | La Mesa | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.1% | 5.1% | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.2% | 4.4% | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.8% | 8.0% | 9.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.0% | 7.9% | 9.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.3% | 10.9% | 12.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.8% | 15.9% | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.5% | 12.3% | 12.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.8% | 16.2% | 14.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.0% | 8.3% | 6.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.4% | 11.0% | 7.0% |
Gender in La Mesa
| Gender | La Mesa | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.3% | 50.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.7% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in La Mesa for adults over 25
| Education | La Mesa | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 9.0% | 6.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 8.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 19.0% | 21.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 28.0% | 21.0% | 21.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 23.0% | 21.0% | 19.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 1.0% |
1 Reviews & Comments About La Mesa
Overall User Rating
4.0
/5
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The crime is relatively low for the region. It is a safe and quiet community.
La Mesa Performing Arts Academy is an excellent school, and has received numerous awards from the state of California. Their music program is excellent.
Helix Charter High School is a college preparatory school, and is the alma mater of football greats Alex Smith and Reggie Bush. Classes are on a block schedule, and students have the ability to cross-enroll at local colleges for graduation credits.
Brew Coffee Spot is a great place to get a cup of coffee. Centifonti's restaurant has a variety of menu items, including draft beer, sweets, and gelato. These items are made fresh daily.
Housing costs are high, but La Mesa is minutes from the ocean.
