Sebastian Kelly moving Jul 11, 2025

I relocated for work and Median household income is $50,349, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $309,300, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $50,349 in Desert Hot Springs. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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