Indio, CA Census Data
The 89th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Indio is the 89th largest city in California by population and ranks 146th of 188 for median household income. With 90,669 residents, its poverty rate of 11.6% ranks among the higher rates in California. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
90,669
49.3% male · 50.7% female
Median Age
38.2
0.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$78,709
$171 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
21.1%
13.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 75.4%
Poverty Rate
11.6%
0.8% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.6%
Broadband Access
95.6%
5.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$424,700
Median rent: $1,392 · 68% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
Labor force participation: 57.0%
Per Capita Income
$37,449
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.2%
Disability rate: 11.8%
How Indio Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 89th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 146th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 115th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 144th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 166th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Indio, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Indio, CA?
The population of Indio, CA is 90,669 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 38.2 years.
What is the median household income in Indio?
The median household income in Indio, CA is $78,709, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $37,449.
What is the poverty rate in Indio?
The poverty rate in Indio, CA is 11.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Indio residents have a college degree?
21.1% of adults (25+) in Indio hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 75.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Indio?
The median home value in Indio, CA is $424,700. Median rent is $1,392 per month, with 68% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Indio?
Indio's population is 36.6% White, 3.4% Black, 68.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Indio rank among California cities?
Indio is the 89th largest city in California by population, the 146th highest for median household income, the 115th lowest for poverty rate, the 144th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Indio?
The unemployment rate in Indio, CA is 4.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.0%. Per capita income is $37,449.
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