Indio, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Indio is a mid-size city in California with a population of 90,669. Residents earn $78,709 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
90,669 Population 2,733/sq mi density
$78,709 Median Income $35,231 per capita
$424,700 Home Value $514,213 Zillow
$1,392 Median Rent
77°F Avg Temperature 346 sunny days/yr
551 Violent Crime/100K 2,614 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,709 median income, 2.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$424,700 home value, $1,392/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
551 violent crimes/100K (45% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,709
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $424,700
51% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 551/100K
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,392
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population90,669
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density2,733/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,709
Per Capita$35,231
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$424,700
Rent$1,392
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$514,213

Crime

F
Violent551/100K
Property2,614/100K
Murder9.5/100K
Assault370/100K
Burglary649/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain9.9 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation3 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+75.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute23 min
EV Stations23
Libraries60

Is Indio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indio receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, high obesity rates. Indio has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indio is $78,709, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indio is $424,700, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,392 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 551 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,614 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Indio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 102°F in July. With 346 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Indio has a population of 90,669 with a density of 2,733 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (36.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

90,669
Total Population
2,733
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
33.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Indio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only46.3%
41% below US avg
Spanish53.7%
301% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Indio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indio is $78,709, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Indio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,709
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,231
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$72,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% 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 Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Indio is $424,700, 51% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,392 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $514,213.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$424,700
51% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$514,213
Median List Price$575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$575,000
$/Sq Ft$284
Homes Sold76
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops31.0%
Inventory448

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,392
20% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,587

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-Occupied68.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Indio, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death7,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Indio has a violent crime rate of 551 per 100,000 residents, 45% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,614 per 100,000 (33% above US avg). The murder rate is 9.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent551.2/100K
45% above US avg
Murder9.5/100K
50% above US avg
Rape29.6/100K
Robbery141.9/100K
Assault370.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,614.2/100K
33% above US avg
Burglary649.4/100K
Theft1,415.9/100K
Vehicle Theft548.9/100K
Arson7.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disasters910

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Indio has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 102°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.9 inches. The area enjoys 346 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 102°F Jul (39°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average102°F (39°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.9 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area33.2 sq mi (85.9 km²)
Population Density2,733/sq mi
Coordinates33.7316°N, 116.2360°W
County FIPS06065
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% 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+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+75.4%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,733/sq mi
Total Area33.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations23
Alt Fuel Stations30
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 Commute22.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

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