California · Metropolitan Area
Palm Springs is a mid-size city in California with a population of 44,998. Residents earn $71,979 per year, which is 4% below the national average.
Based on current data, Palm Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Palm Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Palm Springs is $71,979, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Palm Springs is $567,300, making it a premium housing market at 101% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,473 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
With 632 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,833 per 100,000, 198% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Palm Springs has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 76.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 23.1% |
| 72% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $71,979 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $64,811 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,149 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,983 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 86,446 |
| County GDP | $134,757M |
| Restaurants | 4,533 |
| Healthcare | 5,585 |
| Retail | 5,636 |
| Manufacturing | 1,632 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,854 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.21% |
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 24.9% |
| Census Median | $567,300 |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $622,568 |
| Median List Price | $748,888 |
| Median List Price | $748,888 |
| $/Sq Ft | $398 |
| Homes Sold | 139 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.2% |
| Price Drops | 26.2% |
| Inventory | 808 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,473 |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,104 |
| Rent Burden | 37.4% |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,854 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.21% |
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,817/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,585 |
| Total Violent | 632.2/100K |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Murder | 6.4/100K |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Rape | 60.0/100K |
| Robbery | 207.9/100K |
| Assault | 357.9/100K |
| Total Property | 5,833.1/100K |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,703.6/100K |
| Theft | 3,683.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 445.7/100K |
| Arson | 40.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 341 |
| FEMA Disasters | 910 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above US avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 5.1 inches |
| 87% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 94.5 sq mi (244.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 476/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8034°N, 116.5383°W |
| County FIPS | 06065 |
Winner: Republican by 1.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 476/sq mi |
| Total Area | 94.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 75 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 82 |
| Public Libraries | 60 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,585 |
| Restaurants | 4,533 |
| Retail Stores | 5,636 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 341 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 910 |
| Avg Commute | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 24.9% |