Mesa, AZ
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 459,657 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
This city’s arid climate has average winter temperatures of about 74 degrees.
Geography
Mesa has an eco-diverse setting in the Sonoran Desert, with six lakes and two rivers nearby and the Superstition Mountains to the east.
Cultural Attractions
Cultural destinations in Mesa include the Mesa Arts Center, the city’s place for performing, contemporary, and studio art, and the Mesa Southwest Museum, which features natural history exhibits.
Recreation
The Riverview Golf Course is a nine-hole course located in Mesa.
Economy
For many, Mesa is a bedroom community for Phoenix commuters.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 7 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 22.2% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 78 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 5 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 69 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 266 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $61,768 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $44,511 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $33,097 |
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