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Palm Desert, CA
California · Riverside County · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro
Palm Desert is a mid-size city in California with a population of 51,551. Residents earn $79,508 per year, which is 6% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.2
/5.0
B
Good
51,551
Population
1,925/sq mi density
$79,508
Median Income
$57,793 per capita
$491,600
Home Value
$549,226 Zillow
$1,717
Median Rent
34.6% income on rent
76°F
Avg Temperature
330 sunny days/yr
253
Violent Crime/100K
3,436 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,508 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$491,600 home value, $1,717/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
253 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$79,508
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$491,600
74% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
253/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
39.9%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,717
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Palm Desert Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population51,551
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density1,925/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans7.4%
Economy
AMedian Income$79,508
Per Capita$57,793
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute22 min
Housing
BHome Value$491,600
Rent$1,717
Ownership64.4%
Zillow$549,226
Housing Units36,758
Rent Burden34.6%
Crime
FViolent253/100K
Property3,436/100K
Murder5.6/100K
Assault190/100K
Burglary629/100K
Health
Obesity35.0%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking10.7%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain2.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Education
ABachelor's+39.9%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+14.8%
School Score4.58
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute22 min
Broadband90.6%
EV Stations31
Libraries60
Is Palm Desert a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Palm Desert receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Palm Desert offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Palm Desert is $79,508, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Palm Desert is $491,600, making it a premium housing market at 74% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,717 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Palm Desert is below the national average at 253 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,436 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Palm Desert 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.
Palm Desert has a population of 51,551 with a density of 1,925 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.3% male. The city is predominantly White (68.3%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 2.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.4% of residents, while 23.6% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.7% have health insurance coverage.
Population
51,551
Total Population
1,925
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
27.0mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Palm Desert vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Palm Desert vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Palm Desert is $79,508, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,793 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,149, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 86,446 business establishments, including 4,533 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.1% of workers work from home.
Income: Palm Desert vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,508 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $57,793 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,149 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,983 |
| Gini Index | 0.448 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 86,446 |
| County GDP | $134,757M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4,533 |
| Healthcare | 5,585 |
| Retail | 5,636 |
| Manufacturing | 1,632 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,854 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 110.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 14.1% |
Walkability
The median home value in Palm Desert is $491,600, 74% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $549,226, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,717 (48% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 36,758 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $6,854 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $491,600 |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $549,226 |
| Median List Price | $650,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $650,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $334 |
| Homes Sold | 120 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.3% |
| Price Drops | 27.2% |
| Inventory | 764 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,717 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,602 |
| Rent Burden | 34.6% |
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
| Homeownership | 64.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.6% |
| Housing Units | 36,758 |
| Median Year Built | 1985 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,854 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
In Palm Desert, 35.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 29.7% have high blood pressure. 10.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 24.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164. The dentist ratio is 1:1,734. 89.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-21)
PM2.5
7.0
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
25.6
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
0.9
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
125.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
123.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Palm Desert vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Cancer | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 10.7% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Short Sleep | 37.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| Uninsured | 8.8% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,164 |
| Dentists | 1:1,734 |
| Mental Health | 1:353 |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Dental Visits | 65.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,817/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,585 |
Palm Desert has a violent crime rate of 253 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 189.7 per 100,000, robbery at 44.6, rape at 13.0. The murder rate is 5.6 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,436 per 100,000, 75% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,570, burglary at 629, vehicle theft at 238 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 341 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 910 federally declared disasters. Overall, Palm Desert receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Palm Desert vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 252.9/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Murder | 5.6/100K |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Rape | 13.0/100K |
| Robbery | 44.6/100K |
| Assault | 189.7/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,436.5/100K |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 628.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,569.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 238.0/100K |
| Arson | 11.2/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 341 |
| Traffic Accidents | 136 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 910 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Palm Desert has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 2.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.
Temperature
59°F Jan (15°C)
94°F Jul (35°C)
| Annual Average | 76.0°F |
| 41% above US avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (35°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 27.0 sq mi (70.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,925/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7376°N, 116.3641°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Riverside County County |
| Nearest Airport | Palm Springs International (PSP) 10 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0519 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 14.2 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.24 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.26 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 9.3 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very High |
| Risk Score | 99.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 33.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 13.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very High |
| Wildfire | Very High |
| Flood | Very High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively High |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1862 | S. CALIFORNIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.2 m | - | 139 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Salton Buttes | Lava dome(s) | -40 m (-131 ft) | 210 | 92 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 94°F (35°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 88°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
Palm Desert has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 55°F in December to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Palm Desert is located in Riverside County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 39.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% above the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 14.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.3% of the vote, a 1.3-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 31 EV charging stations. There are 60 public libraries serving the community. 5,585 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.6% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 1.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 341 |
| Traffic Accidents | 136 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 910 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 14.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.58 |
A
Education Grade (4.2/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,925/sq mi |
| Total Area | 27.0 sq mi |
| County | Riverside County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 90.6% |
| Avg Download Speed | 128.4 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 22.1 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 31 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 36 |
| Public Libraries | 60 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,585 |
| Restaurants | 4,533 |
| Retail Stores | 5,636 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 14.1% |
Average costs for common services in Palm Desert. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $277 ($166-$443) |
| Specialist Visit | $387 ($221-$609) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $221 ($111-$387) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,435 ($886-$5,535) |
| Dental Cleaning | $144 ($83-$221) |
| Dental Filling | $277 ($166-$443) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $50 ($28-$83) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $83 ($55-$133) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $332 ($166-$554) |
| Tire Rotation | $44 ($22-$83) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $664 ($443-$1,107) |
| Battery Replacement | $221 ($111-$387) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $111 ($66-$166) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $100 ($55-$155) |
| HVAC Repair | $443 ($166-$886) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,749 ($4,428-$13,284) |
| Roof Repair | $1,107 ($443-$2,214) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,963 ($6,089-$16,605) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,661 ($554-$3,875) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,605 ($5,535-$33,210) |
| DUI Defense | $5,535 ($2,214-$11,070) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,661 ($886-$3,321) |
| Will Preparation | $554 ($221-$1,107) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,768 ($1,107-$5,535) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $28 ($17-$50) |
| Women's Haircut | $61 ($33-$111) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $166 ($83-$277) |
| Manicure | $28 ($17-$50) |
| Pedicure | $44 ($28-$72) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $89 ($55-$144) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.54 ($3.32-$6.09) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.87 ($2.77-$5.54) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.21 ($2.77-$6.09) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.98 ($3.32-$7.20) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $6.09 ($4.43-$8.30) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.11 ($0.66-$1.99) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $155 ($89-$277) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $77 ($33-$166) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $77 ($44-$133) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $77 ($44-$111) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $72 ($33-$111) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $94 ($55-$166) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $221 ($83-$554) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,214 ($1,328-$3,875) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $77 ($33-$144) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $17 ($8.86-$28) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $111 ($33-$277) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $33 ($17-$83) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,328 ($664-$2,768) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,107 ($554-$2,214) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $443 ($221-$775) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $55 ($28-$111) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,107 ($443-$2,768) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,838 ($5,535-$33,210) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $66 ($33-$111) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $111 ($55-$221) |
| Dog Grooming | $66 ($33-$111) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $44 ($22-$83) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $332 ($166-$554) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $221 ($111-$443) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,752 |
| Toddler | $1,031 |
| Preschool | $817 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,001 |
| Toddler | $933 |
| Preschool | $883 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Riverside County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 132,092 | 43,350 | $53,956 | 1.10 |
| Retail Trade | 94,170 | 5,504 | $44,156 | 1.12 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 90,357 | 4,600 | $32,150 | 1.18 |
| Construction | 74,216 | 6,191 | $73,089 | 1.68 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 73,962 | 2,296 | $62,875 | 2.08 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 50,769 | 3,024 | $45,983 | 1.03 |
| Manufacturing | 44,356 | 1,840 | $67,880 | 0.64 |
| Wholesale Trade | 26,720 | 2,049 | $82,261 | 0.81 |
| Other Services | 23,865 | 4,138 | $46,739 | 0.94 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 22,950 | 4,857 | $77,703 | 0.39 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 14,592 | 802 | $38,879 | 1.03 |
| Real Estate | 11,505 | 2,752 | $64,092 | 0.88 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 11,088 | 487 | $40,801 | 1.63 |
| Educational Services | 10,044 | 612 | $49,827 | 0.58 |
| Finance & Insurance | 9,650 | 1,769 | $87,620 | 0.28 |
| Information & Technology | 5,656 | 446 | $75,091 | 0.36 |
| Management of Companies | 3,123 | 120 | $102,454 | 0.22 |
| Utilities | 1,610 | 80 | $142,929 | 0.50 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 459 | 28 | $101,021 | 0.14 |
| Unclassified | 29 | 129 | $94,611 | 0.02 |
Colleges & Universities in Palm Desert
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Desert | Public · Associate | 14,165 | - | $1,326 | $9,586 |
| Milan Institute-Palm Desert | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 422 | - | - | - |
| International School of Beauty Inc | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 305 | - | - | - |
| Elite Cosmetology School | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 175 | - | - | - |
| California Indian Nations College | Public · Associate | 154 | - | $7,742 | $7,742 |
Schools in Palm Desert
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Desert High | High | 2,050 | 84 | 24.4:1 |
| Palm Desert Charter Middle (Charter) | Middle | 1,347 | 49 | 27.5:1 |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary | Elementary | 834 | 31 | 26.9:1 |
| George Washington Charter (Charter) | Elementary | 755 | 30 | 25.2:1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary | Elementary | 585 | 24 | 24.4:1 |
| James Earl Carter Elementary | Elementary | 516 | 23 | 22.4:1 |
Radio Stations near Palm Desert
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103.7 The Oasis | jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KGAY 106.5 Radio Palm Springs, Pride of the Valley | dance, electronic | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| KUNA La Ponderosa 96.7 Palm Springs | regional mexicano | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Palm Desert
24 campgrounds found near Palm Desert.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| COON CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND | 5.0/5 | 1 | $127 |
| HEART BAR CAMPGROUND | 4.7/5 | 66 | $29, $56 |
| SKYLINE | 4.7/5 | 1 | $127 |
| WILD HORSE EQUESTRIAN FAMILY | 4.7/5 | 11 | $35, $69 |
| Indian Cove Group | 4.6/5 | 13 | $55 |
| JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 119 | $30 |
| SHEEP PASS GROUP | 4.6/5 | 6 | $55 |
| HEART BAR EQUESTRIAN | 4.5/5 | 1 | $314 |
| INDIAN COVE CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 97 | $35, $55 |
| Ryan Campground | 4.5/5 | 30 | $30 |
| BLACK ROCK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND | 4.3/5 | 1 | $35 |
| OAK GROVE CAMPGROUND | 4.3/5 | 63 | $15, $30 |
| BOULDER BASIN | 4.2/5 | 16 | $20, $34 |
| FERN BASIN | 4.2/5 | 15 | $20, $34 |
| BLACK ROCK CAMPGROUND | 4.1/5 | 94 | $35 |
| JUNIPER SPRINGS GROUP CAMP | 4.0/5 | 1 | $149 |
| MARION MOUNTAIN | 4.0/5 | 16 | $20, $34 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN (SAN BERNARDINO) | 3.8/5 | 1 | Free |
| RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG | 3.8/5 | 8 | $30 |
| LOBO GROUP | 3.0/5 | 2 | $362 |
| GREEN SPOT EQUESTRIAN GROUP CAMP | 2.8/5 | 1 | $127 |
| Dark Canyon Campground | - | 1 | Free |
| OSO GROUP | - | 1 | $480 |
| Pinyon Flat Campground (San Bernardino National Forest) | - | 1 | Free |
National Parks Near Palm Desert
13 national parks and monuments found near Palm Desert.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park | State Park | Free |
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park | State Park | Free |
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cardiff State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Carlsbad State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Cuyamaca Rancho State Park | State Park | Free |
| Joshua Tree National Park | National Park | $30 |
| Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail | National Historic Trail | Free |
| Mount San Jacinto State Park | State Park | Free |
| Palomar Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| San Elijo State Beach | State Park | Free |
| South Carlsbad State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Torrey Pines State Beach | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Palm Desert
84 trails found near Palm Desert.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCT SECTION 25 | 15.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PALM CANYON | 10.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SANTA ANA RIVER TRAIL | 8.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CACTUS SPRINGS | 7.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LIVE OAK SPRINGS | 7.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 37 | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 23 | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PACIFIC CREST TRAIL-INDIAN FLA | 5.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PCT SECTION 32 | 5.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DRY LAKE | 5.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PACIFIC CREST TRAIL-AGUA CALIE | 5.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| FISH CREEK | 5.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 22 | 5.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 27 | 5.3 | - | - | - | |
| PINYON | 5.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WILDHORSE CREEK | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILLARD CANYON | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 24 | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH FORK | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SPITLER PEAK | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SUGARLOAF NATIONAL REC TRAIL | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH FORK | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 36 | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CARAMBA | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LOWER SOUTH RIDGE | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| VIVIAN CREEK | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SKY HIGH | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 35 | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH RIDGE | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LOST CREEK | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RAMONA | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HIXON-BAUTISTA | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RAYWOOD FLAT | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BARKER VALLEY | 3.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| SAN BERNARDINO PEAK TRAIL | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 21 | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ALESSANDRO | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CAHUILLA MOUNTAIN | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| VIVIAN CREEK | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CEDAR SPRINGS | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SAWMILL | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WEBSTER | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEVIL'S SLIDE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 34 | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ERNIE MAXWELL SCENIC TRAIL | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HIXON-BAUTISTA | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THOMAS MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAIL | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 33 | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 38 | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 28 | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| OAK GROVE | 2.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| ASPEN GROVE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 29 | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 26 | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CACTUS SPRINGS | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WILLOW CREEK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUNNEL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FOBES | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| KITCHING PEAK | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TUNNEL | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MARION MOUNTAIN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 30 | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LOST CREEK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SEVEN PINES | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRINNELL MOUNTAIN | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SANTA ANA RIVER TRAIL B SPUR | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CEDAR | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SANTA ANA RIVER TRAIL A SPUR | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CLIMBERS | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LITTLE TAHQUITZ VALLEY | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEER SPRINGS | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN FLATS - PCT CONNECTOR | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PCT SECTION 31 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THE SINK | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SKUNK CABBAGE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SUICIDE ROCK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DOLLAR LAKE SPUR | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT SECTION 33A | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEAR WALLOW | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LODGEPOLE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SAN GORGONIO MOUNTAIN | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| POOPOUT HILL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEAR WALLOW | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
Historical Trends - Palm Desert
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 50,406 | $51,188 |
| 2015 | 51,664 | $52,892 |
| 2017 | 52,865 | $56,262 |
| 2019 | 53,438 | $59,977 |
| 2021 | 51,541 | $67,514 |
| 2023 | 52,284 | $79,508 |
Museums in Palm Desert
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603254490 | $18,252,734 | |
| PALM SPRINGS DESERT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603224800 | $18,252,734 | |
| LIVING DESERT ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 7603465694 | $14,995,127 | |
| PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 7607786262 | $2,632,089 | |
| AGUA CALIENTE CULTURAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603230151 | $1,291,615 | |
| CABOT'S MUSEUM FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603297610 | $240,554 | |
| PALM SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 221 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE | 7603238297 | $204,659 |
| HOLOCAUST EDUCATION CENTER IN THE DESERT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7603288252 | $204,218 | |
| MOTION PICTURE HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3234652300 | $137,725 | |
| DESERT ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 7603237973 | $124,523 | |
| COACHELLA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 82616 MILES AVENUE | 7603426651 | $91,652 |
| FIRST COMPOSITE GROUP ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7602479252 | $33,469 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PALM DESERT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 72861 EL PASEO | 7603466588 | $13,043 |
| 1930S GENERAL STORE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | PO BOX 2743 | 7603272156 | |
| ANNENBERG FOUNDATION TRUST AT SUNNYLANDS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 37977 BOB HOPE DRIVE | 7602022222 | |
| BLACK HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL SOCIETY OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CABAZON CULTURAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603422593 | ||
| CABOT'S PUEBLO MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603297610 | ||
| CATHEDRAL CITY HISTORIAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM OF THE DESERT | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 71-701 GERALD FORD DRIVE | 7603210602 | |
| COACHELLA VALLEY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603426651 | ||
| COACHELLA VALLEY MUSEUM AND CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603426651 | ||
| COLLEGE OF THE DESERT ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 7603468041 | ||
| DESERT HOT SPRINGS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 65950 PIERSON BOULEVARD | 7603296411 | |
| DESERT HOT SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HALL OF FAME PARTNERS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603203128 | ||
| LA QUINTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 1283 | 7605641283 | |
| MCCALLUM ADOBE-CORNELIA WHITE HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603238297 | ||
| PALM SPRINGS DESERT MUSEUM TRUST | GENERAL MUSEUM | 101 NORTH MUSEUM DRIVE | 7603224800 | |
| PLANETARIUM PROJECT | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 7603468041 |
Libraries in Palm Desert
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RANCHO MIRAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 71-100 HIGHWAY 111 | 0.0 | 277,033 | |||
| PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY | 300 S. SUNRISE WAY | 0.0 | 252,442 |
Farmers Markets in Palm Desert
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Polo Club | 81800 Avenue 51 | ||||
| Old Town La Quinta Certified Farmers Market | 78100 Main Street | 10/02/2016 to 05/28/2017 | Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Palm Desert Certified Farmers Market | 72-559 Hwy 111 | 10/05/2016 to 04/26/2017 | Wed: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Palm Springs Certified Farmers' Market | 2300 E. Baristo Rd | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Hotels in Palm Desert
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Best Western Palm Desert Resort
Courtyard Palm Desert
Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
Holiday Inn Express
HOTEL PASEO, Autograph Collection
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas I
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas I
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Residence Inn Palm Desert
Sands Hotel & Spa
Springhill Suites
The Inn at Deep Canyon
Restaurants in Palm Desert
45 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Agave Grill & Bar
Backstreet Bistro
Bagel Bistro
Bill's Pizza
Buffalo Wild Wings
Cafè Italia
California Pizza Kitchen
Chez Pierre
Chuck E. Cheese
City Wok
Cork Tree
Cuistot
Denny's
Don Diego's of Indian Wells
El Rodeo Cafe
Eureka Burger
Fisherman's Market & Grill
Haus of Pizza
Home Town Buffet
IHOP
Islands
Joe's Sushi
La Bella Cucina
Lake View
Le Basil
Le Cafe Francais
Legacy Chinese Cuisine
Mastro's Steakhouse
Mi Cultura Peruvian and Columbian
Mikado
Momma Liveri's Italian Bistro
Morton's The Steakhouse
Musashi Japanese
Olive Garden
Outback Steakhouse
Palms Cafe
Red Lobster
Restaurante Guillermo's
Richie's Real American Diner
Sullivan's Steak House
The Nest
Tommy Bahama
Town Center Cafe
Tuscany
Wilma & Frieda
Cafes in Palm Desert
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Barnes & Noble Cafe
Daily Grill
Ding Tea
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Cinemas in Palm Desert
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Palm Desert 10
Theatres in Palm Desert
4 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
McCallum Theater
Performing Arts Center
Pollock Theatre
Theatre
Clinics in Palm Desert
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Passport Health Palm Desert Travel Clinic
Dentists in Palm Desert
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Desert Dental Spa
Indian Wells Dental
Gas Stations in Palm Desert
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Chevron
Mobil
Shell
Short Stop Chevron
Banks in Palm Desert
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
First Bank
Shopping Malls in Palm Desert
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
The Shops at Palm Desert
Gyms in Palm Desert
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Kenenth Wayne Simonds Athletic Performance Center
PurFit Athletic
The Lakes Gym
Training Room
US #13047532555
Golf Courses in Palm Desert
20 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Avondale Golf Club
Big Horn Golf Club - Mountains Course
Chaparral Country Club
Desert Falls Country Club
Desert Horizons Country Club
Desert Springs
Desert Willow Golf Resort
Indian Ridge Country Club
Marrakesh Country Club
Monterey Country Club
Palm Desert Greens
Portola Country Club
Rancho Las Palmas Country Club
Santa Rosa Golf
Shadow Mountain Golf Club
Stone Eagle
Suncrest County Club
The Golf Center
The Lakes Country Club
Toscana Country Club
Breweries in Palm Desert
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coca Cola Enterprises | Beverage Manufacturers, Business Services, NEC, Bottlers, Bottle Manufacturers, Coachella Business S | 86375 Industrial Way | 7603964500 | |
| La Quinta Brewing Co. | Brewery | 77917 Wildcat Dr | 7602002597 | Visit |
| Palm Springs Brewery | wholesale, manufacturing, food, brewer | 5055 Cll San Raphael | 7603272739 |
Nursing Homes in Palm Desert
3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE SPRINGS AT THE CARLOTTA 41-505 CARLOTTA DRIVE |
For profit - Corporation | 59 | 44 | 5/5 | - | 3/5 | 5/5 | 7603465420 |
| MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES-PALM DESERT 74-350 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE |
For profit - Corporation | 178 | 122 | 4/5 | - | 4/5 | 5/5 | 7603410261 |
| MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER 44610 MONTEREY AVENUE |
For profit - Corporation | 99 | 94 | 1/5 | - | 2/5 | 4/5 | 7607767700 |
Pharmacies in Palm Desert
17 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ALBERTSONS-SAVON - 6559 | 74590 HIGHWAY 111 | 760-346-2573 |
| COSTCO | 72-800 DINAH SHORE DRIVE | 760-202-1362 |
| CRESCENT HEALTHCARE INCORPORATED - PALM DESERT OFFICE | 38-822 EL DESIERTO ROAD | 760-345-1387 |
| CVS - 9646 | 42155 WASHINGTON STREET | 760-345-3259 |
| FIRESIDE PHARMACY | 73847 HIGHWAY 111 | 760-346-1113 |
| KAISER PERMANENTE PHARMACY | 75-036 GERALD FORD DRIVE | 866-279-8954 |
| RITE AID - 5681 | 72-875 STATE HIGHWAY 111 | 760-346-2618 |
| RITE AID - 5682 | 74958 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE | 760-776-9760 |
| RITE AID - 6461 | 39155 WASHINGTON STREET | 760-772-7075 |
| SAM'S CLUB - 6609 | 34220 MONTEREY AVENUE | 760-770-7146 |
| STATER BROS SUPER RX PHARMACY | 78210 VARNER ROAD | 760-772-2764 |
| TARGET | 72549 STATE HIGHWAY 111 | 760-776-1113 |
| TOWN CENTER DRUGS | 72-840 HIGHWAY 111 | 760-341-3984 |
| VONS | 72-675 HIGHWAY 111 | 760-346-2493 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 5096 | 34500 MONTEREY AVENUE | 760-328-3168 |
| WALGREENS - 10242 | 78218 VARNER ROAD | 760-200-4382 |
| WALGREENS - 4756 | 44840 MONTEREY AVENUE | 760-674-0716 |
EV Charging Stations in Palm Desert
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CircleK - Palm Desert, CA | 78005 Country Club Dr | CIRCLE_K | 4 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Target T0940 (Palm Desert, CA) | 72549 Highway 111 | Electrify America | 4 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| DC CORRIDOR KOHLS PD DC1 | 34940 Monterey Ave | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| DC CORRIDOR KOHLS PD DC2 | 34940 Monterey Ave | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| DC CORRIDOR KOHLS PD DC3 | 34940 Monterey Ave | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| DC CORRIDOR KOHLS PD DC4 | 34940 Monterey Ave | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Hampton Inn & Suites - Palm Desert, CA | 74900 Gerald Ford Dr | EV Connect | 2 | 1 | CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO | public |
| Palm Desert City Hall | 73510 Fred Waring Dr | eVgo Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| PD CITY HALL #1 | 73510 Fred Waring Dr | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| PD CITY HALL #2 | 73510 Fred Waring Dr | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Bighorn Golf Club - Tesla Destination | 255 Palowet Dr | Tesla Destination | 4 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| BUILDING 16 STATION 1 | 75 Willow Ridge | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| City of Palm Desert - City Hall | 73510 Fred Waring Dr | Non-Networked | 4 | J1772 | public | |
| City of Palm Desert - Park View Building | 73710 Fred Waring Dr | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| DC CORRIDOR KOHLS PD L2 | 34940 Monterey Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Embarc Palm Desert - Tesla Destination | 1 Willow Ridge | Tesla Destination | 2 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| EV Passport - Acrisure Arena | 75702 Varner Rd | Non-Networked | 54 | J1772 | public | |
| HOTEL PASEO, Autograph Collection - Tesla Destination | 45-400 Larkspur Ln | Tesla Destination | 6 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| Indian Wells Resort Hotel - Tesla Destination | 76661 California 111 | Tesla Destination | 3 | TESLA | public | |
| JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa - Tesla Destination | 74855 Country Club Dr | Tesla Destination | 6 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| Marriott's Shadow Ridge Resort | 9003 Shadow Ridge Rd | EV Connect | 8 | J1772 | public | |
| PD C.O.D. | 43-500 Monterey Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| PD CITY HALL #3 | 73510 Fred Waring Dr | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| PD PRES PLAZA E | 73833 CA-111 | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| PD PRES PLAZA III | 73170 El Paseo | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| PD PRES PLAZA WEST | 73677 CA-111 | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| PD UCR CAMPUS | Chase School Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| PD WESTFIELD EAST | 72840 Hwy 111 | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| The Gardens on El Paseo - Tesla Destination | 73545 El Paseo | Tesla Destination | 6 | TESLA | public | |
| Westin Desert Willow Villas | 60 Willow Ridge | EV Connect | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Palm Desert
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 81600 Avenue 58 | TOWER | 34 |
| (Long Canyon) 70-875 Dillon Road | TOWER | 23 |
| 61600 DEVIL LADDER | MTOWER | 14 |
| 61600 DEVIL LADDER (48206) | MTOWER | 14 |
| 61600 DEVIL LADDER (48206) | MTOWER | 14 |
| 61600 DEVIL LADDER | MTOWER | 14 |
Fire Stations in Palm Desert
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Desert Fire Service | 44-400 Town Center WAY | Mostly career | 760-346-0508 |
Power Plants Near Palm Desert
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALM DESERT HIGH | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -116.4 | OP |
Bridges in Palm Desert
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Other | 1993 | 255 | 35,000 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1964 | 90 | 31,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete continuous | 1996 | 393 | 30,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Other | 1993 | 128 | 27,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2007 | 437 | 21,000 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1965 | 82 | 20,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1984 | 43 | 11,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 70 | 7,560 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1984 | 103 | 6,200 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1995 | 447 | 5,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1984 | 84 | 300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1984 | 50 | 274 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1984 | 84 | 200 | G |
Amtrak Stations in Palm Desert
6 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Indio, CA | 82120 Highway 111 | BUS |
| La Quinta, CA | 78822 Highway 111 | BUS |
| Palm Desert, CA | 44449 Towne Center Way | BUS |
| Palm Springs, CA | 3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way | BUS |
| Palm Springs, CA | 190 North Indian Canyon Drive | BUS |
| Palm Springs, CA | North Indian Canyon Drive and Palm Springs Station Road | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Palm Desert
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT COACHELLA HEADQUARTERS | AVENUE 52 AND HIGHWAY 111 | RIVERSIDE |
| WILDFLOWER ENERGY INDIGO | 19020 N INDIAN AVE | RIVERSIDE |
Airports Near Palm Desert
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Springs International Airport | PSP | Large Airport |
| Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport | TRM | Medium Airport |
| Twentynine Palms Strategic Expeditionary Landing Field | - | Medium Airport |
| Abraham Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| B & E Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Banning Municipal Airport | BNG | Small Airport |
| Bauer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bermuda Dunes Airport | UDD | Small Airport |
| Big Bear City Airport | RBF | Small Airport |
| Billy Joe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blackinton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Valley Landing Field | - | Small Airport |
| Borrego Air Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borrego Valley Airport | BXS | Small Airport |
| Broadway Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chiriaco Summit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cole Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cones Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cordell Landing Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coyote Canyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crosswinds Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Daley Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Desert Air Sky Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Earthquake Valley Glider Landing Zone | - | Small Airport |
| Ernst Field | - | Small Airport |
| Flying T Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goodhart Canyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hemet Ryan Airport | HMT | Small Airport |
| Hoffman Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hunt's Sky Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Julian Hinds Pump Plant Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kelli Field | - | Small Airport |
| Kelly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Riverside Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Wohlford Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Little Blair Valley Landing Field | - | Small Airport |
| Loma Madera Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lyall-Roberts Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mariposa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ocotillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pauma Valley Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Rabbit Lake Auxiliary Landing Field | - | Small Airport |
| Rabbit Lake South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rabbit Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ramona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ranchita 2608 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salton Sea Airport | SAS | Small Airport |
| Soboba Flight Park Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Soggy Lake Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Palm Desert
13 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| California Highway Patrol | 79650 Varner Road | |
| Cathedral City Police | ||
| Coachella Police Department Substation | 49305 Grapefruit Boulevard | |
| Desert Hot Springs Police Department | 65950 Pierson Boulevard | |
| Indian Wells Police (Riverside County Sheriff) sub station | ||
| Palm Desert Sheriff Substation | 73520 Fred Waring Drive | |
| Palm Springs Police Department | 200 South Civic Drive | |
| Palm Springs Police Substation | ||
| Palm Springs Police Training Center | 200 South Civic Drive | |
| Public Safety | ||
| Riverside County Sheriff - Coroner's East | 47225 Oasis Street | |
| Riverside County Sheriff Department - Palm Desert Station | 73705 Gerald Ford Drive | |
| Riverside County Sheriff's Department, Thermal Station | 86625 Airport Boulevard |
Grocery Stores in Palm Desert
34 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven 22362F | Convenience Store | 73800 Hwy 111 |
| Albertsons 2586 | Supermarket | 40101 MONTEREY AVE |
| Albertsons 3559 | Supermarket | 74590 Highway 111 |
| Aldi 79069 | Supermarket | 72543 Highway 111 |
| Arby's #6039 | Restaurant Meals Program | 72795 Highway 111 |
| Arco Ampm | Convenience Store | 73980 Highway 111 |
| Bristol Farms 0019 | Super Store | 73101 Country Club Dr |
| Carniceria Atoyac Meat Market | Convenience Store | 73850 Highway 111 |
| Charley Philly Steaks | Restaurant Meals Program | 72840 Highway 111 |
| Chef Tanya's Kitchen | Restaurant Meals Program | 72695 Highway 111 |
| Chevron 1858 | Convenience Store | 72801 Highway 111 |
| Circle K | Convenience Store | 44775 San Pablo Ave |
| College Of The Desert Bookstore 0975 | Convenience Store | 43500 Monterey Ave |
| Country Club Liquor | Convenience Store | 74495 Highway 111 |
| CVS Pharmacy 9779 | Other | 74955 US Highway 111 |
| Del Taco #813 | Restaurant Meals Program | 74617 Highway 111 |
| Desert Gate Mgt LLC dba McDonalds 3554 | Restaurant Meals Program | 72755 Highway 111 |
| Dollar Tree 8641 | Other | 72240 Hwy 111 |
| DOLLARTREE 10405 | Other | 72845 Highway 111 |
| Grocery Outlet Of Palm Desert 531 | Supermarket | 72675 Highway 111 |
| JENSENS FINEST FOOD | Supermarket | 73601 Highway 111 |
| Local Mart | Convenience Store | 45200 Portola Ave |
| Palm Desert Certified Farmers' Market | Farmers and Markets | 72559 Highway 111 |
| Ralphs Fresh Fare 27 | Super Store | 74884 Country Club Dr |
| Short Stop Corp | Convenience Store | 74478 Highway 111 |
| Sprouts Farmers Market 468 | Supermarket | 74895 US Highway 111 |
| Subway #7338 | Restaurant Meals Program | 74495 Highway 111 |
| Target Store T-0940 | Super Store | 72549 Highway 111 |
| Tower Market 917 | Grocery Store | 73801 Highway 111 |
| Trader Joe's 3 | Supermarket | 44250 Town Center Way Ste C6 |
| Walgreens 04756 | Other | 44840 Monterey Ave |
| Walmart Neighborhood Market 3026 | Super Store | 72314 Highway 111 |
| Whole Foods Market 10359 | Super Store | 44-459 Town Center Way |
| Wing Stop #2029 | Restaurant Meals Program | 74600 Highway 111 |
Post Offices in Palm Desert
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| United States Post Office - Palm Desert, California | 45300 Portola Avenue |
Treatment Centers in Palm Desert
19 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ABC Recovery Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 760-342-6616 |
| ABC Recovery Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 760-342-6616 |
| ABC Recovery Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 760-342-6616 |
| Affinity Recovery | Substance Abuse | 949-531-6465 |
| Awareness Program | Substance Abuse | 760-342-1233 |
| Banyan Palm Springs LLC | Substance Abuse | 800-547-4615 |
| California Behavioral Health LLC | Substance Abuse | 760-459-3736 |
| Coachella Valley Recovery Ctr | Substance Abuse | 760-760-5888 |
| Intervention911 - KSC Detox | Substance Abuse | 760-548-4194 |
| Michaels House - Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 760-450-9001 |
| Recovery First Treatment Centers | Both | 760-993-4778 |
| Riverside County Latino Commission on - Alc/Drug Abuse Servs/Beas Yth Trt Home | Substance Abuse | 760-398-9000 |
| Riverside County Latino Commission on - Alc/Drug Abuse Servs/Counseling | Substance Abuse | 760-398-9000 |
| Riverside County Latino Commission on - Alc/Drug Abuse Servs/Michaels Yth Trt | Substance Abuse | 760-398-9000 |
| Riverside University Health System - Desert Hot Springs Substance Abuse | Substance Abuse | 760-770-2264 |
| Riverside University Health System - Indio Clinic | Mental Health | 760-863-8455 |
| Riverside University Health System - Mental Health CalWORKS/Indio | Mental Health | 760-863-2578 |
| RUHS/Behavioral Health - Palm Desert SAPT Clinic | Substance Abuse | 760-770-2286 |
| Soroptimist House of Hope Inc | Substance Abuse | 760-329-4673 |
DOL Wage Violations in Palm Desert
25 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $454,918 in back wages owed to 643 employees.
25
Violations
$454,918
Back Wages Owed
643
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydration Station Partnership | SIGNIFICANT | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $106,584 | $7,613 | 14 |
| Hibachi City Buffet | - | - | 92211 | - | 1 | $90,000 | $2,195 | 41 |
| PAPA DAN'S PIZZA & PASTA | - | - | 92260 | - | 2 | $57,197 | $841 | 68 |
| Manor Care Health Services (Palm Desert) | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $56,490 | $56,490 | 1 |
| Papa Dan's Pizza & Pasta - Sun City | - | - | 92211 | - | 1 | $26,548 | $983 | 27 |
| Foundation for the Retarded of the Desert | - | - | 92260 | - | 2 | $25,346 | $161 | 157 |
| Fisherman's Market & Grill | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $13,380 | $2,676 | 5 |
| Piero's PizzaVino | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $13,361 | $2,672 | 5 |
| TANPOPO | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $10,568 | $5,284 | 2 |
| Belmont Produce Sales, Inc. | - | - | 92255 | - | 1 | $8,998 | $36 | 250 |
| Holiday Lighting Design | - | - | 92261 | - | 1 | $8,409 | $934 | 9 |
| MAMACITA'S | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $7,375 | $2,458 | 3 |
| Locate Ball Bearings | - | - | 92211 | - | 1 | $6,866 | $3,433 | 2 |
| HTL Mechanical, Inc. | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $6,609 | $2,203 | 3 |
| Lua Construction | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $5,427 | $543 | 10 |
| Rancho Christmas Trees | - | - | 92211 | - | 1 | $3,820 | $1,273 | 3 |
| ARCO AM/PM | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $2,778 | $126 | 22 |
| SMS TRANSPORTATION SERVICES | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $1,828 | $166 | 11 |
| American Heritage Pool Inc | - | - | 92211 | - | 1 | $1,200 | $1,200 | 1 |
| Schmidy's Tavern | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $637 | $159 | 4 |
| United States Postal Service (USPS) | - | United States Postal Service | 92260 | - | 1 | $431 | $431 | 1 |
| Hire Standards Pool Construction | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $422 | $422 | 1 |
| Caring Hands of the Desert | - | - | 92211 | - | 1 | $317 | $317 | 1 |
| Taqueria El Sinaloense | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $165 | $165 | 1 |
| Computer Payroll Company | - | - | 92260 | - | 1 | $162 | $162 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palm Desert
58 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AMBASSADORS CHRISTIAN NETWORK | PO BOX 10066 |
| ARZENU INC | 78210 GRAY HAWK DR |
| BETH SHALOM-EAST VALLEY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER | 42600 COOK ST STE 205 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHINO HILLS FOUNDATION | 35906 BERTAIN DR |
| CALVARY CHAPEL PALM DESERT | PO BOX 14064 |
| CATHOLIC LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE | 73450 COUNTRY CLUB DR SPC 203 |
| CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING | 45630 PORTOLA AVE |
| CHURCH 212 INC | PO BOX 13770 |
| CHURCH IN PALM DESERT | 74475 GOLETA AVE |
| COMMITTED HEART MINISTRIES INC | 73165 FIDDLENECK LN |
| CORNERSTONE BIBLE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY | 39312 LEOPARD ST |
| CORNERSTONE COVENANT CHURCH LA QUINTA CA | 73350 EL PASEO STE 201 |
| CORNERSTONE FAITH CHURCH | PO BOX 2540 |
| DESERT ADVENTIST SCHOOL | 74200 COUNTRY CLUB DR STE 2 |
| DESERT CHRISTIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 1554 |
| DESERT CITIES BAPTIST CHURCH | 45825 TIERRA DEL ORO |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHURCH | 43435 MONTEREY AVE |
| DESTINY MINISTRIES CHURCH | 74399 HIGHWAY 111 STE C |
| EILERS MINISTRIES INC | PO BOX 10783 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PALM DESERT | 43400 WARNER TRL |
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What is the population of Palm Desert?
Palm Desert has a population of 51,551 residents and is located in California. The population density is 1,925 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.3% male.
Is Palm Desert expensive to live in?
Palm Desert is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $79,508, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $491,600 (74% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,717 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Palm Desert safe?
Palm Desert is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 253 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,436 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Palm Desert receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Palm Desert?
Palm Desert has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.
How is the job market in Palm Desert?
Palm Desert has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,149. There are 86,446 business establishments in the area, including 4,533 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Palm Desert?
The median home value in Palm Desert is $491,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $549,226. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,717. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.4%. The average annual property tax is $6,854.
How are the schools in Palm Desert?
Schools in Palm Desert have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 39.9% of adults in Palm Desert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 14.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Palm Desert?
The obesity rate in Palm Desert is 35.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.7% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 89.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,164.
What is transportation like in Palm Desert?
The average commute in Palm Desert is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Palm Desert?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Palm Desert is 68.3% White, 2.2% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 76.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 23.6% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 16.1% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.
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