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Indio, California Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Indio, California had a total population of 91,950, the 88th largest city in California, with a median household income of $77,167, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Indio Quick Facts

Population 91,950
Median Household Income $77,167
Median Home Value $458,400
Poverty Rate 11.5%
Unemployment Rate 4.8%
Median Age 38.6 years
Homeownership Rate 67.1%
Affordability Ratio 5.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.5%
High School Graduation Rate 75.2%
Diversity Index 46/100
Population 91,950 88th of 1,570
Median Income $77,167 below average
Poverty Rate 11.5% 8% lower than national
Median Home Value $458,400 average

How Indio Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population90,66991,950+1.4%
Median household income$78,709$77,167-2.0%
Median home value$424,700$458,400+7.9%

How Indio Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.2%
$25K-$50K 19.7%
$50K-$100K 31.3%
$100K+ 37.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.3%
$10K-$15K
1.7%
$15K-$20K
3.1%
$20K-$25K
4.2%
$25K-$30K
4.0%
$30K-$35K
4.2%
$35K-$40K
4.1%
$40K-$45K
3.8%
$45K-$50K
3.7%
$50K-$60K
7.7%
$60K-$75K
10.4%
$75K-$100K
13.3%
$100K-$125K
11.1%
$125K-$150K
7.1%
$150K-$200K
8.8%
$200K+
10.7%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%
59.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.1%
Renter 32.9%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,437/mo 22.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

46out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 70 | National average: 61

Education

Indio Rankings in California

#88 Population of 1,570
#871 Median Income of 1,375
#946 Education of 1,570
#819 Home Value of 1,376

Other Cities in Riverside County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Riverside 319,069 $91,045 12.2% $584,800
Moreno Valley 211,666 $93,222 11.7% $503,700
Corona 159,670 $109,242 8.7% $700,700
Murrieta 112,064 $114,081 5.4% $639,800
Temecula 111,167 $121,063 7.3% $679,700
Menifee 110,305 $93,454 9.5% $537,300
Jurupa Valley 107,011 $97,550 11.0% $574,600
Hemet 91,326 $57,719 14.9% $352,200
Perris 80,511 $88,911 10.7% $474,700
Lake Elsinore 72,461 $101,888 9.4% $566,000

Cities Similar to Indio

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Compton92,698$78,465$580,20010.6%17.9%
South Gate91,483$74,571$636,30011.3%12.7%
Arden-Arcade94,994$77,321$560,20038.5%16.9%
Redding93,409$70,466$382,30027.0%14.1%
Westminster89,860$85,541$858,30025.9%14.4%

Population Overview

Indio is a mid-sized community located in California, within Riverside County. The total population is 91,950. It ranks as the 88th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Indio is 38.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Indio is $77,167. This is 22% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $458,400. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 67.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Indio is Hispanic or Latino, making up 69.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 23.3%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (69.7% vs 40.2%). The Asian population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.

Education

20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 75.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Indio, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Indio, California?

Indio, California has a population of 91,950 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Indio, CA?

The median household income in Indio is $77,167, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Indio, CA?

The poverty rate in Indio is 11.5%. This means approximately 10,473 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Indio, California?

Indio's population is 23.3% White, 2.1% Black, 69.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Indio, CA?

The median home value in Indio is $458,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is Indio, California?

20.5% of adults (25+) in Indio hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.