Palm Desert, 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
8/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
51,551
332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
39.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,508
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$491,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,097
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,481
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.5%
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 | 53 |
| Feb | 2 | 1 | 55 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 59 |
| Apr | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 79 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 84 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 84 |
| 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 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 41, CA State Senate District 19, CA Assembly District 47, CASchools
Palm Desert Charter Middle
<1 miles, W
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3.2
Palm Desert High
<1 miles, S
•
4.1
Sacred Heart School
<1 miles, SW
Abraham Lincoln Elementary
<1 miles, W
•
2.3
Colleges
College of the Desert
1 miles, W
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1.4
International School of Beauty Inc
2 miles, W
Milan Institute-Palm Desert
3 miles, NE
•
1
Milan Institute of Cosmetology-La Quinta
5 miles, SE
•
1
Hospitals
Eisenhower Medical Center
3 miles, NW
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4.1
John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital
8 miles, SE
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3.2
Desert Regional Medical Center
12 miles, NW
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2.3
Hi-Desert Medical Center
28 miles, NE
•
3.2
Airports
Palm Springs International Airport
10 miles, NW
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1.9
Ontario International Airport
74 miles, NW
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2.3
San Diego International Airport
84 miles, SW
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4.1
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
87 miles, W
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2.8