Joshua Tree, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Joshua Tree is a small city in California with a population of 6,767. Residents earn $64,036 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,767 Population 188/sq mi density
$64,036 Median Income $33,512 per capita
$280,600 Home Value $339,421 Zillow
$1,191 Median Rent 40.7% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$64,036 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$280,600 home value, $1,191/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,036
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $280,600
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,191
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,767
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,036
Per Capita$33,512
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$137,914M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$280,600
Rent$1,191
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$339,421
Rent Burden40.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.4 in/yr
Elevation2,925 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+91.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute30 min
Broadband92.3%
EV Stations6
Libraries48

Is Joshua Tree a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joshua Tree receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Joshua Tree offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joshua Tree is $64,036, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joshua Tree is $280,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,191 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Joshua Tree enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Joshua Tree has a population of 6,767 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74%), with 3% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

6,767
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
36.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Joshua Tree vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Joshua Tree vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joshua Tree is $64,036, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Joshua Tree vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,036
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,512
Avg Weekly Wage$1,199
IRS Avg AGI$67,148

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)77,170
County GDP$137,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,197
Healthcare5,144
Retail5,298
Manufacturing1,765

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,047
73% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home26.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Joshua Tree is $280,600, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,191 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,421.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,600
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$339,421
Median List Price$493,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$493,500
$/Sq Ft$317
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio104.3%
Price Drops23.5%
Inventory119

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,191
2% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,081
Rent Burden40.7%

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-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,047
73% above US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Joshua Tree, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Joshua Tree vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death9,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,144

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)419
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Joshua Tree has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.4 inches
88% below US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,925 ft (892 m)
Area36.1 sq mi (93.5 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates34.1236°N, 116.3129°W
County FIPS06071
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.1-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.7%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area36.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries48
Healthcare Facilities5,144
Restaurants4,197
Retail Stores5,298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)419
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home26.0%

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