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Ocotillo, CA
Full City Profile · California · Imperial County County
Ocotillo, CA
At a Glance
How Ocotillo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ocotillo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ocotillo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ocotillo residents earn a median household income of $22,989 , which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,499. The unemployment rate stands at 13.4% (272% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 44.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,795 business establishments, including 280 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ocotillo is $160,300 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $330,194. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Ocotillo reports 30 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 278/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Ocotillo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 60.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ocotillo has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.