Palm Springs, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Riverside County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Palm Springs based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
44,998
2023 ACS
Median Income
$71,979
2023
Median Home Value
$567,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,473
2023
Median Age
57.8
Unemployment
8.2%
Cost of Living Index
142.3
100 = national avg
Palm Springs is a city in Riverside County, California, with a population of 44,998 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Palm Springs is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Palm Springs is $71,979, and the median home value is $567,300. The cost of living index is 142.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,473 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.2%, and the median age is 57.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
44,998
Male
27,206
60.5%
Female
17,792
39.5%
Median Age
57.8
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
38.9%
High School or Higher
53.2%
Foreign Born
17.2%
Veterans
6.1%
Married
38.6%
Avg Household Size
1.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.434
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
69.3%
Foreign Born
17.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
24.3%
10,948 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
75.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
43,972
English Only
76.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
7,327 speakers
Limited English
6.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.3%
Limited English Proficiency
6.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,757
6.1% of population
Disability Rate
18.3%
504 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$45,079
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,542
92.2%
Female Veterans
215
7.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$45,079
Non-Veteran Income
$41,808
Difference
$3,271
7.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
504
Without Disability
2,253
Disability Rate
18.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
31,560
#1 Ancestry
English
13.6% (6,111)
#2 Ancestry
German
12.5% (5,612)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.2% (4,137)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
24,297
Family Households
10,148
41.8%
Married Couples
7,728
31.8%
Non-Family Households
14,149
58.2%
Single Mother Households
1,514
6.2%
Single Father Households
906
3.7%
Living Alone
11,112
45.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,285
In Married Couple
1,293
39.4%
With Single Mother
1,522
46.3%
With Single Father
470
14.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$102,034
Married Couple Income
$125,278
Single Mother Income
$52,841
Single Father Income
$62,748
Avg Family Size
1.8
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
450
Grandparents Responsible
188
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$71,979
-2% vs national
Per Capita Income
$64,811
+74% vs national
Poverty Rate
13.7%
+1% vs national
Gini Index
0.5468
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.2%
+57% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.5%
of households
How Palm Springs Compares
Palm Springs vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Palm Springs is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Palm Springs, CA has a median household income of $71,979, making it the 11,440th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher median household income than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Palm Springs, CA has a per capita income of $64,811, making it the 2,063rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher per capita income than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Palm Springs, CA has a poverty rate of 13.7%, making it the 12,461st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher poverty rate than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Palm Springs, CA has a unemployment rate of 8.2%, making it the 5,715th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher unemployment rate than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Palm Springs. The median household income here is $71,979.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.2%
+8% vs CA avg
Labor Force
21,178
Employed
19,432
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
38.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
53.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
57.8
Work from Home
24.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$130.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
142.3
100 = national avg
+42.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,620
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,011
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,777
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,201
per month
The median household income in Palm Springs, CA is $71,979, which is 1.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $64,811. The poverty rate of 13.7% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5468, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.2%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 21,178. 38.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 24.9% working from home. About 62.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 142.3, which is 42.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,620 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$705,000
Median List Price
$749,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$441
Days on Market
76
Active Inventory
760
Months of Supply
7.1
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$617,231
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,079
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
6.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
21.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
107
New Listings
231
Pending Sales
171
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$441
Median List $/SF
$466
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Palm Springs, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area, home prices have risen 557.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 60.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 102.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 50.2%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 6.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA housing market rather than Palm Springs alone.
Metro area: Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
Palm Springs vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Palm Springs is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Palm Springs, CA has a median home value of $567,300, making it the 2,430th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher median home value than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Palm Springs, CA has a median rent of $1,473, making it the 4,248th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher median rent than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Palm Springs, CA has a price per square foot of $441, making it the 1,544th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher price per square foot than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Palm Springs, CA has a rent burden of 24.6%, making it the 3,767th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Palm Springs has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$567,300
Median Rent
$1,473
Total Housing Units
36,959
Vacancy Rate
34.3%
Owner Occupied
65.0%
Renter Occupied
35.0%
Median Property Tax
$4,398
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,584
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,398
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
of home value
Median Home Value
$567,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,481
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,398) by the median home value ($567,300). In Palm Springs, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.78%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Palm Springs, CA is $705,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 76 days on the market. 6.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.1 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $441. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,079/month. About 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 36,959 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,398. The effective tax rate is 0.78%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
6.08
per 1,000 residents
+134% vs national
Property Crime Rate
32.13
per 1,000 residents
+87% vs national
Total Crimes
1,735
2024
Violent Clearance
49%
cases solved
Property Clearance
13%
cases solved
YoY Change
+4.4%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Palm Springs Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Palm Springs vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Palm Springs is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Palm Springs police solve 100% of murder cases but only 10% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 5 | 0.11 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 31 | 0.68 | 19.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 67 | 1.48 | 38.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 171 | 3.77 | 57.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 175 | 3.85 | 20.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,069 | 23.54 | 9.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 215 | 4.74 | 23.7% |
Palm Springs, CA reported 276 violent crimes and 1,459 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 6.08 per 1,000 residents is 133.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 49% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,069 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 24.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 276 | 1,459 | 6.08 | 32.13 |
| 2023 | 265 | 1,678 | 5.82 | 36.86 |
| 2022 | 318 | 2,253 | 6.99 | 49.56 |
| 2020 | 257 | 1,690 | 5.25 | 34.52 |
| 2019 | 267 | 1,966 | 5.47 | 40.25 |
| 2018 | 274 | 2,078 | 5.63 | 42.72 |
| 2017 | 290 | 1,963 | 6.02 | 40.73 |
| 2016 | 275 | 2,754 | 5.74 | 57.48 |
| 2015 | 279 | 3,029 | 5.89 | 63.92 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.9
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
33.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
13.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
64
Public Assistance
$166.5M
Individual Assistance
$2.2M
Most Common Type
Fire
36 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Fire → | Fire | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hawarden Fire → | Fire | Jul 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Hilary → | Hurricane | Nov 2023 | $18.4M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm(s) | Apr 2023 | $52K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Fairview Fire → | Fire | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Blue Ridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $90.7M | $2.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| 46 Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Hill Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Severe Storm | May 2019 | $27.2M | — |
| Holy Fire → | Fire | Aug 2018 | — | — |
| Cranston Fire → | Fire | Jul 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Canyon 2 Fire → | Fire | Oct 2017 | — | — |
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Mar 2017 | $3.2M | — |
| Silver Fire → | Fire | Aug 2013 | — | — |
| Falls Fire → | Fire | Aug 2013 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 65 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,634
Total Claims Paid
$21,146,787
Avg Claim Payout
$12,942
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
57
Federal Funding
$12,780,404
Properties Protected
115
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.42
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 10 | $951,248 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 5 | $586,673 |
| 93.3: Tribal Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 4 | $91,947 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 3 | $602,330 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $239,885 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Palm Springs has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, earthquake, landslide. The area has had 64 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (36 declarations). 1,634 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $166,484,369 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,244,938 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 57 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.5%
0.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.2%
3.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.9%
3.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
3.3pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
45.1%
Arthritis
34.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.2%
Loneliness
30.2%
Lack of Support
22.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.2%
Mobility
18.6%
Cognitive
12.3%
Hearing
9.6%
Vision
5.5%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
8.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Palm Springs has an obesity rate of 35.5%, which is 0.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.2%, 3.3pp below the national average. About 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. 78.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.3 mi
Desert Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Regional Medical Center | 4.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Eisenhower Medical Center | 6.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital | 18.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital | 19.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Hemet Global Medical Center | 26.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
74,837
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| DESERT WATER AGENCY | 74,807 | 0 |
| MAMMOTH POOL MOBILE HOME PARK | 30 | 1 |
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-25% vs national
Drive Alone
62.0%
-21% vs national
Public Transit
1.4%
+54% vs national
Work From Home
24.9%
+167% vs national
Carpool
7.2%
Walk / Bike
3.1%
combined
How Palm Springs's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
5-Year Avg
7
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Palm Springs, CA is 18 minutes, which is 25.2% below the national average of 23 minutes. 62.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 24.9% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 1.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.2% of workers carpool. 2.6% walk to work. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
76.3%
of households
No Internet
7.4%
of households
Total Households
24,297
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.9%
of households
Smartphone
87.6%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
82.6%
of households
Tablet
61.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+68% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+65% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+81% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+10% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Palm Springs vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
74,837
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DESERT WATER AGENCY | Community | Surface water | 74,807 | 0 |
| MAMMOTH POOL MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 30 | 1 |
89.5% of households in Palm Springs have broadband internet access. 76.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.4% of households have no internet access. 6.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 74,837 people. A total of 1 water quality violation has been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Palm Springs is located in Riverside County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Palm Springs.
Election Overview
Source: Riverside County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
451,782
48.0%
GOP Votes
463,677
49.3%
Total Votes
940,405
Margin
R+1.3%
Shift from 2020
R+9.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 451,782 | 463,677 | 940,405 | 48.0% | 49.3% | R+1.3 |
| 2020 | 527,945 | 448,702 | 996,156 | 53.0% | 45.0% | D+8.0 |
| 2016 | 339,145 | 309,514 | 683,612 | 49.6% | 45.3% | D+4.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Riverside County recorded 940,405 total votes. Republicans won the county with 49.3% of the vote compared to 48.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+1.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Riverside County has shifted 5.6 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
328
Total Assets
$519.2M
Total Income
$442.6M
Per 10K Residents
72.9
nonprofits
-9.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
43
Median Assets
$242K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $370.9M of $519.2M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Palm Springs
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFPalm Springs, CA has 328 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $519.2M. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 49 organizations. 43 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 72.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
484
Total Approved
$273.7M
Jobs Supported
4,949
Per 10K Residents
107.6
SBA loans
+88.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
112
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
46 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
409
Total Amount
$214.2M
Avg Loan
$523,643
Median Loan
$240,000
SBA Guaranteed
$160.7M(75%)
Jobs Supported
3,930
Loans
75
Total Amount
$59.5M
Avg Loan
$793,900
Median Loan
$634,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
83
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$72.1M
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$869,123
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sb Hospitality Palm Springs Llc | 2 | $9.1M |
| Integrated Wealth Management Inc. | 4 | $6.2M |
| David E. Bell Enterprises Inc. | 3 | $5.1M |
| Harlow Gardens Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Cpsca Hotel Group Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Reit 2323 F&b Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Tj Properties Holdings Inc | 1 | $4.5M |
| Martini Madness Llc | 1 | $3.7M |
| Adam Ahmad Bassirian and Mahin Marilyn Karimi Also Known as Mahin Marilyn Karim | 2 | $3.5M |
| West Coast Consulting, Llc | 1 | $3.3M |
Palm Springs, CA has received 484 SBA loans totaling $273.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 409 loans (85% of the total), supporting 3,930 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 75 loans totaling $59.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Palm Springs is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 46 loans. That works out to 107.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
127,729
Avg Median Income
$74,057
Avg Home Value
-$94,807,509
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92234 | 52,047 | $67,031 | $420,700 | $1,554 | 14.8 |
| 92258 | 508 | $32,067 | N/A | $1,170 | 10.4 |
| 92262 | 26,064 | $70,514 | $600,600 | $1,420 | 35.2 |
| 92264 | 20,250 | $75,246 | $498,200 | $1,581 | 51.0 |
| 92270 | 17,375 | $109,943 | $747,800 | $1,575 | 25.6 |
| 92276 | 7,662 | $80,280 | $260,500 | $1,432 | 37.0 |
| 92549 | 3,823 | $83,318 | $486,300 | $1,415 | 106.1 |
Palm Springs, CA has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 127,729. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $74,057. The average median home value is -$94,807,509. The average median monthly rent is $1,450.
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