Joshua Tree, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
1/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
6,767
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
25.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$64,036
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$280,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,046
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
San Bernardino County
5
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
San Bernardino County
5
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
5
California
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 3 | 48 |
| Feb | 3 | 4 | 50 |
| Mar | 1 | 3 | 54 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 60 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 81 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 54 |
| Dec | 1 | 2 | 47 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.
Liberal (22%) (73%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 72%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 23, CA State Senate District 19, CA Assembly District 47, CASchools
Friendly Hills Elementary
1 miles, W
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2.3
Joshua Tree Elementary
3 miles, NE
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1.4
La Contenta Middle
3 miles, W
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1.4
Black Rock Alternative/Continuation
3 miles, NW
•
1.4
Colleges
Copper Mountain Community College
6 miles, E
•
1.4
Elite Cosmetology School
7 miles, W
California Nurses Educational Institute
24 miles, SW
Milan Institute-Palm Desert
24 miles, SW
•
1
Hospitals
Hi-Desert Medical Center
2 miles, E
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3.2
NH Twenty Nine Palms
17 miles, E
Desert Regional Medical Center
24 miles, SW
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2.3
Eisenhower Medical Center
25 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Palm Springs International Airport
23 miles, SW
•
1.9
Ontario International Airport
74 miles, W
•
2.3
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
94 miles, W
•
2.8
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
108 miles, W
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1.9