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Indio Hills, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Indio Hills is a small town in California with a population of 841. Residents earn $48,988 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
841 Population 38/sq mi density
$48,988 Median Income $23,370 per capita
$356,600 Home Value
$1,558 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$48,988 median income, 15.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$356,600 home value, $1,558/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,988
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $356,600
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,558
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population841
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans0.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,988
Per Capita$23,370
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute28 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$356,600
Rent$1,558
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units185
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured17.4%
Smoking11.7%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain2.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,013 ft (309 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+56.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Broadband98.4%
Libraries60

Is Indio Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indio Hills receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Indio Hills has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indio Hills is $48,988, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indio Hills is $356,600, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,558 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Indio Hills 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. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Indio Hills has a population of 841 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.4%).

Population

841
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
21.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.6%
Female 74.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Indio Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only24.0%
69% below US avg
Spanish76.0%
467% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Indio Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indio Hills is $48,988, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Indio Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,988
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,370
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$72,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% 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
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone57.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Indio Hills is $356,600, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,558 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$356,600
26% above US avg
Median List Price$429,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$429,000
$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio75.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,558
34% above US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

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-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units185
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Indio Hills, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.9%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured17.4%
102% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death7,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Indio Hills 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. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,013 ft (309 m)
Area21.9 sq mi (56.6 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates33.8411°N, 116.2485°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06065
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin. 98.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+56.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area21.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.4%
Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Restaurants4,533
Retail Stores5,636

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disaster Declarations910

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone57.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.5%

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