Mesquite, NV vs Visalia, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Mesquite
71.9
#951 nationally
Visalia
68.8
#1285 nationally
Mesquite leads in crime level (3.4 vs 11.9). Mesquite leads in average commute (18.6 min vs 21.8 min). Mesquite leads in cost of living index (109 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mesquite, NV | Visalia, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.9 (#951) | 68.8 (#1285) |
| Population | 22,786 | 144,998 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $375,930 | $401,379 |
| Median Household Income | $69,146 | $75,658 |
| Average Commute | 18.6 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | N/A | 39 |
| Crime Level | 3.4 | 11.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 109 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | R+20.7 |
Data coverage note: Mesquite is missing data for 1 metric that Visalia has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
C-
71.9 Score
Mesquite, NV
Small Nevada city with local appeal
Median Home
$375,930
Population
22,786
Crime
Low
Median Income
$69,146
West
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D+
68.8 Score
Visalia, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$401,379
Population
144,998
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
39
Pacific
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