Desert Hot Springs, CA Economy


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Desert Hot Springs, CA is a vibrant community located in the Coachella Valley in Southern California. Known for its natural hot springs and spas, it also offers plenty of other attractions to explore. The living cost in Desert Hot Springs, CA is slightly lower than the US national average, with 2-bedroom rent at $1,390 compared to the US median of $1,430 and Grocery Cost Index of 97 compared to 100 for the US.
Local companies are plentiful in Desert Hot Springs, from retailers like Dollar General and Big Lots to entertainment venues such as Fantasy Casino and Desert Entertainment Center. Tourists can explore attractions such as Cabot's Pueblo Museum and Joshua Tree National Park or take part in activities like off-roading and hiking trails offered throughout the region. There is something for everyone in this lively desert city!

Desert Hot Springs has an unemployment rate of 10.9%. The US average is 6.0%.

Desert Hot Springs has seen the job market increase by 2.2% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 35.7%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Desert Hot Springs
- The Sales Tax Rate for Desert Hot Springs is 7.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Desert Hot Springs is 9.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Desert Hot Springs
- The average income of a Desert Hot Springs resident is $14,466 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Desert Hot Springs resident is $37,924 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyDesert Hot Springs, CaliforniaUnited States
  10.96
  -5.8%-6.2%
  35.7%33.5%
  7.8%6.2%
  8.0%4.6%
  $20,089$37,638
  $37,924$69,021
  $48,798$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.4%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  9.8%6.8%
  2.9%10.0%
  2.1%2.5%
  12.8%11.0%
  5.1%4.8%
  0.4%0.8%
  2.4%1.9%
  0.6%4.7%
  2.9%1.9%
  2.3%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  13.4%4.2%
  4.8%9.3%
  16.2%14.0%
  4.2%2.1%
  10.7%7.0%
  5.6%4.8%
  2.4%4.7%
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lived here 13 years and leaving as soon as possible. crime rate high but getting better. much improved place since 2008. if you buy a house choose the neighborhood and  More

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Over 4 years ago

Love the winters but the summers are too difficult for me. Hot and super windy. However I love the serenity, beautiful mountains, hot springs, and location close to  More

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I am 29 years old and have lived in this city nearly my entire life. When my family moved to this town, there were less than 12,000 people. I've watched it grow a lot.  More

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