Palm Desert

Palm Desert, sandwiched between Rancho Mirage and Indian Wells, is best known for El Paseo Drive, which is lined with high end retail stores, art galleries and fabulous restaurants. The Living Desert, a world renowned wild life & botanical park is also located in Palm Desert . With a population of more than 50,800 residents, Palm Desert encompasses beautiful Country Club communities such as Ironwood, Bighorn, Marrakesh, Shadow Mountain, Chaparral, Monterey, The Lakes, Indian Ridge, Palm Valley and Sun City. It is centrally located in the vast Coachella Valley.

Palm Desert Country Clubs:

Marrakesh Country Club
The Reserve Club
Eldorado Country Club
Ironwood Country Club

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Overview for Palm Desert, CA

51,081 people live in Palm Desert, where the median age is 56.2 and the average individual income is $50,320. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

51,081

Total Population

56.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,320

Average individual Income

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Demographics and Employment Data for Palm Desert, CA

Population Households Employment

Palm Desert has 23,951 households, with an average household size of 2.12. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Palm Desert do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 51,081 people call Palm Desert home. The population density is 1,905.13 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

51,081

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

56.2

Median Age

46.97 / 53.03%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

23,951

Total Households

2.12

Average Household Size

$50,320

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Palm Desert, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Palm Desert. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Palm Desert, CA

There's plenty to do around Palm Desert, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

13

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

26

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Daisy Blue, Tommy Barber Golf, and Pickled Bar.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Daisy Blue page on Yelp Search 73560 El Paseo on Google Maps	Shopping	1.41 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aura Massage page on Yelp Search 74785 Hwy 111 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.29 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Best Kept Skin page on Yelp Search 73-350 El Paseo on Google Maps	Beauty	1.52 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Quantum Touch Wellness page on Yelp Search 75280 CA-111 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.51 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sacred Black Ink page on Yelp Search 73221 CA-111 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.57 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ellie's Permanent Make Up page on Yelp Search 73744 Hwy 111 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.21 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chalet The Hair Boutique page on Yelp Search 45275 Prickly Pear on Google Maps	Beauty	1.33 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair By Bennie page on Yelp Search 73261 Hwy 111 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.52 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon De Colourez page on Yelp Search 73261 Ca111 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.52 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sun Spa page on Yelp Search 73981 California 111 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.2 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

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