Indio, CA

Indio CA scores 63/100 on safety (below average). Crime is about 10% below the national average. Expect more property crime (car break-ins, package theft) than a quiet suburb.

Detail: overall crime index 90 (100 = avg); violent crime index 95; property crime index 84. Indexes near 100 track a typical U.S. load. Higher means more crime pressure on that category.

School quality varies by neighborhood in Indio. Check GreatSchools.org or your local district for current ratings before you choose a ZIP.

Typical rent in Indio is about $1,437/month (moderate). At $1,437/month for a typical unit, you need about $51,732+ in household income to rent comfortably without stretching (3× rent × 12). Typical home value: $458,400.

Median household income is $77,167, property taxes run about 1.45%, and homes typically sell in around 28 days. Local median income ($77,167) clears the $51,732 comfort line for that rent.

Walk Score 68 (Somewhat Walkable); transit score 42 (Some Transit).

Average temperature is about 90°F (highs near 101°F, lows near 79°F).

Midafternoon outdoor time is limited most of summer without shade and water. Plan on summer electric bills around $200–$300/month for a typical apartment if you run AC hard. If you visit, go in July or August. That is the real test.

Who tends to thrive in Indio: (1) People who genuinely love heat and do not mind living indoors June through September (highs near 101°F) (2) Households earning $51,732+ who can clear the 3× rent rule at $1,437/month (3) Movers with a locked job offer in Indio who already priced rent and commute (4) Buyers comparing mid-size metros who will tour multiple ZIPs before signing

Who should look elsewhere: (1) People with young kids who want to let them roam freely (crime pressure is real here; safety 63/100) (2) People who need outdoor time year-round for their mental health (summers lock you inside for 3–4 months; highs near 101°F) (3) Households expecting top marks on rent and safety at once (Indio does not clear every bar)

Income sniff test: clear about $51,732 household income for $1,437/month rent. Under that, pick a cheaper ZIP or a different city.

Indio holds up well on the core metrics we publish. Safety at 63/100 makes it a reasonable choice for households who can manage $1,437/month rent. Verify school ratings for your target ZIP separately.