Indian Wells, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,830 332.4M (US)
Median Age
67.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$145,313 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,002,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$800 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Riverside County
4
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
4
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Riverside County
6
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 1 52
Feb 2 1 55
Mar 1 1 59
Apr 0 0 65
May 0 0 72
Jun 0 0 79
Jul 0 0 85
Aug 0 0 85
Sep 0 0 79
Oct 0 0 69
Nov 1 0 59
Dec 1 1 52

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 41, CA State Senate District 19, CA Assembly District 47, CA
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Schools

Benjamin Franklin Elementary
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Gerald R Ford Elementary
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

College of the Desert
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Eisenhower Medical Center
6 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Desert Regional Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Hi-Desert Medical Center
30 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Palm Springs International Airport
14 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Ontario International Airport
77 miles, NW • 2.3 star
San Diego International Airport
83 miles, SW • 4.1 star
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
88 miles, W • 2.8 star
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