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Palm Desert has a population of 51,990 with a median age of 57.5. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 51,990 |
| Median Age | 57.5 |
| White | 66.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 4.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26.7% |
| Other / Two or More Races | 0.7% |
The median household income in Palm Desert is $77,513, which is 3.8% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $57,858. The poverty rate is 11.0%.
The unemployment rate in Palm Desert is 6.1%, compared to the national rate of 4.1%.
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In Palm Desert, 93.6% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 40.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16.3% with a graduate or professional degree).
| Education Level | % of Adults (25+) |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Higher | 93.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 40.7% |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 16.3% |
The median home value in Palm Desert is $542,000, above the national median of $303,400. The median monthly rent is $1,778. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
| Housing Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $542,000 |
| Median Monthly Rent | $1,778 |
| Homeownership Rate | 65.0% |
| Vacancy Rate | 33.3% |
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