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Desert Center, CA
Full City Profile · California · Imperial County County
Desert Center, CA
At a Glance
How Desert Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Desert Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Desert Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Desert Center residents earn a median household income of $72,857 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,685. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,795 business establishments, including 280 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Desert Center is $221,200 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $258,145. Median rent is $1,192/month, with 22.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Safety & Crime
Desert Center reports 353 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 7% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 177/100K.
Education
15.0% of adults in Desert Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 98.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Desert Center has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 3.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.