Rancho Mirage, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
17,375 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$109,943 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$747,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,259 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,348 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.7% 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 78
Jul 0 0 84
Aug 0 0 84
Sep 0 0 78
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 a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Schools

Rancho Mirage Elementary
2 miles, S 3.2 star
Palm Valley School
2 miles, N 5 star
Cathedral City Elementary
2 miles, NW 1.4 star
Nellie N Coffman Middle
2 miles, N 1.4 star

Colleges

College of the Desert
3 miles, SE 1.4 star
Milan Institute-Palm Desert
5 miles, E 1 star

Hospitals

Eisenhower Medical Center
1 miles, E 4.1 star
Desert Regional Medical Center
8 miles, NW 2.3 star
John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital
12 miles, SE 3.2 star
Hi-Desert Medical Center
27 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Palm Springs International Airport
6 miles, N 1.9 star
Ontario International Airport
70 miles, NW 2.3 star
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
83 miles, W 2.8 star
San Diego International Airport
84 miles, SW 4.1 star