Coachella, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Coachella is a mid-size city in California with a population of 42,594. Residents earn $67,558 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
42,594 Population 1,424/sq mi density
$67,558 Median Income $24,922 per capita
$341,300 Home Value $427,601 Zillow
$1,115 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
380 Violent Crime/100K 2,640 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$67,558 median income, 7.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$341,300 home value, $1,115/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
380 violent crimes/100K (0% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,558
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $341,300
21% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 380/100K
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,115
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42,594
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,424/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,558
Per Capita$24,922
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$341,300
Rent$1,115
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,601

Crime

F
Violent380/100K
Property2,640/100K
Murder11.5/100K
Assault245/100K
Burglary626/100K

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain2.9 in/yr
Elevation-69 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+56.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations2
Libraries60

Is Coachella a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coachella receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Coachella has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coachella is $67,558, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coachella is $341,300, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 380 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,640 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Coachella has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Coachella has a population of 42,594 with a density of 1,424 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (10.3%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

42,594
Total Population
1,424
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
29.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Coachella vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only18.6%
76% below US avg
Spanish81.4%
507% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Coachella vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coachella is $67,558, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Coachella vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,558
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,922
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$72,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below 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 Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Coachella is $341,300, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,115 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,601.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$341,300
21% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,601
Median List Price$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$350,000
$/Sq Ft$269
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops26.1%
Inventory46

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,115
4% below 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-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Coachella, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity37.9%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate67.9%
Premature Death7,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Coachella has a violent crime rate of 380 per 100,000 residents, 0% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,640 per 100,000 (35% above US avg). The murder rate is 11.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent380.5/100K
0% below US avg
Murder11.5/100K
82% above US avg
Rape6.9/100K
Robbery116.9/100K
Assault245.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,640.2/100K
35% above US avg
Burglary625.7/100K
Theft1,512.6/100K
Vehicle Theft501.9/100K
Arson11.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disasters910

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Coachella has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation is 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.9 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-69 ft (-21 m)
Area29.9 sq mi (77.5 km²)
Population Density1,424/sq mi
Coordinates33.6904°N, 116.1431°W
County FIPS06065
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% 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+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+56.9%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,424/sq mi
Total Area29.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Restaurants4,533
Retail Stores5,636

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disaster Declarations910
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home2.1%

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