Desert Shores, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
457 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$169,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$741 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Imperial County
5
El Centro Metro Area
5
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Imperial County
6
El Centro Metro Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 1 52
Feb 3 1 54
Mar 2 1 58
Apr 1 0 62
May 0 0 69
Jun 0 0 76
Jul 0 0 82
Aug 0 0 82
Sep 0 0 77
Oct 1 0 68
Nov 1 0 58
Dec 2 0 50

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 25, CA State Senate District 18, CA Assembly District 36, CA
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Schools

Oasis Elementary
8 miles, N • 1 star
Sea View Elementary
8 miles, S • 1.4 star
West Shores High
9 miles, S • 1.4 star
Saul Martinez Elementary
12 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Colleges

CET-Coachella
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
College of the Desert
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital
24 miles, N • 3.2 star
Eisenhower Medical Center
33 miles, N • 4.1 star
Desert Regional Medical Center
42 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Palm Springs International Airport
40 miles, N • 1.9 star
San Diego International Airport
81 miles, W • 4.1 star
Ontario International Airport
100 miles, NW • 2.3 star
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
107 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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