Cabazon, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cabazon is a small town in California with a population of 2,010. Residents earn $69,704 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,010 Population 411/sq mi density
$69,704 Median Income $31,305 per capita
$248,800 Home Value $326,548 Zillow
$1,524 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$69,704 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$248,800 home value, $1,524/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,704
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $248,800
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,524
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

How Cabazon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,010
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,704
Per Capita$31,305
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$248,800
Rent$1,524
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$326,548

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Elevation1,746 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+75.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute36 min
EV Stations6
Libraries60

Is Cabazon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cabazon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Cabazon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cabazon is $69,704, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cabazon is $248,800, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,524 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cabazon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 30.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cabazon has a population of 2,010 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.5%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,010
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Cabazon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.1%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.9%
198% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cabazon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cabazon is $69,704, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Cabazon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,704
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,305
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$72,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)86,446
County GDP$134,757M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,533
Healthcare5,585
Retail5,636
Manufacturing1,632

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cabazon is $248,800, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,524 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,548.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$248,800
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$326,548
Median List Price$347,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$347,500
$/Sq Ft$229
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,524
31% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Cabazon, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cabazon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death7,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,585

Crime Rates: Cabazon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disasters910

Safety Score

Cabazon has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall30.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,746 ft (532 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates33.9127°N, 116.7828°W
County FIPS06065
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+75.1%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Restaurants4,533
Retail Stores5,636

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disaster Declarations910

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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