Desert Hot Springs, CA
Full City Profile · California · Riverside County County
Desert Hot Springs, CA
At a Glance
How Desert Hot Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Desert Hot Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Desert Hot Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Desert Hot Springs residents earn a median household income of $50,349 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,980. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 86,446 business establishments, including 4,533 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Desert Hot Springs is $309,300 , 10% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $376,731. Median rent is $1,339/month, with 39.9% 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 1990.
Safety & Crime
Desert Hot Springs reports 492 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,206/100K. The murder rate is 8.9/100K.
Education
15.9% of adults in Desert Hot Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Desert Hot Springs 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 totals 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 87.