Salton City, CA

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Salton City Overview

6,202
TOTAL POPULATION
3,439
MALE POPULATION
2,763
FEMALE POPULATION
124.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
80.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.7
MEDIAN AGE
4.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$18,717
PER CAPITA INCOME
$51,875
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$33,850
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,369
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
46.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Salton City Zip Codes

Salton City Area Codes

Race in Salton City

The most populous races in Salton City are Hispanic or Latino (5,044 | 81.3%), Some other Race (3,087 | 49.8%), and White / Caucasian (1,534 | 24.7%).
Race in Salton City
Race# Population% Population
Asian60.1%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino5,04481.3%
Native / Alaskan490.8%
White / Caucasian1,53424.7%
Two or more Races1,52624.6%
Some other Race3,08749.8%
Total6,202100.0%

Ancestry in Salton City

The most populous ancestries reported in Salton City are Mexican (4,996 | 80.5%), Irish (185 | 3.0%), American (155 | 2.5%), English (126 | 2.0%), and German (104 | 1.7%), together accounting for 89.7% of all Salton City residents.
Ancestry in Salton City
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaskan Athabascan150.2%
American1552.5%
Apache180.3%
Central American330.5%
Danish140.2%
Dutch130.2%
English1262.0%
European100.2%
French90.2%
French Canadian150.2%
German1041.7%
Irish1853.0%
Italian140.2%
Lithuanian210.3%
Mexican4,99680.5%
Norwegian280.4%
Portuguese90.2%
Puerto Rican150.2%
Salvadoran330.5%
Scandinavian140.2%
Scotch-Irish180.3%
Swedish100.2%
Yaqui260.4%
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Immigrants in Salton City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Salton City came from Central America (1,942 | 31.3%), Latin America (1,942 | 31.3%), Mexico (1,915 | 30.9%), El Salvador (27 | 0.4%), and Asia (6 | 0.1%), together accounting for 94.0% of all Salton City residents.
Immigrants in Salton City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia60.1%
Central America1,94231.3%
El Salvador270.4%
Latin America1,94231.3%
Mexico1,91530.9%
Pakistan60.1%
South Central Asia60.1%
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Sex and Age in Salton City

Sex and Age in Salton City

The most populous age groups in Salton City are 35 to 39 Years (419 | 12.2%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (363 | 13.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years180 (5.2%)191 (6.9%)
5 to 9 Years152 (4.4%)131 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Years149 (4.3%)205 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Years281 (8.2%)168 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years255 (7.4%)215 (7.8%)
25 to 29 Years335 (9.7%)363 (13.1%)
30 to 34 Years181 (5.3%)112 (4.1%)
35 to 39 Years419 (12.2%)117 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Years220 (6.4%)175 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years188 (5.5%)47 (1.7%)
50 to 54 Years125 (3.6%)24 (0.9%)
55 to 59 Years96 (2.8%)261 (9.5%)
60 to 64 Years139 (4.0%)190 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years156 (4.5%)281 (10.2%)
70 to 74 Years276 (8.0%)54 (1.9%)
75 to 79 Years93 (2.7%)229 (8.3%)
80 to 84 Years75 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over119 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,439 (100.0%)2,763 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salton City

Median Family Size in Salton City

The median family size in Salton City is 4.09 persons per family, with single female/mother families (224 | 18.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.75 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (57 | 4.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.44 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salton City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple906 (76.3%)3.97
Single Male/Father57 (4.8%)3.44
Single Female/Mother224 (18.9%)4.75
Total Families1,187 (100.0%)4.09

Median Household Size in Salton City

The median household size in Salton City is 2.62 persons per household, with single female/mother households (224 | 9.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.27 persons per household. non-family households (1,181 | 49.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salton City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple906 (38.3%)3.97
Single Male/Father57 (2.4%)3.44
Single Female/Mother224 (9.5%)5.27
Non-family1,181 (49.9%)1.04
Total Households2,368 (100.0%)2.62

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salton City

Out of a total of 2,368 households in Salton City, 1,187 (50.1%) are family households, while 1,181 (49.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 542, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,147.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salton City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,147 (48.4%)
2-Person Households542 (22.9%)34 (1.4%)
3-Person Households132 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households175 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households199 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households92 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households47 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,187 (50.1%)1,181 (49.9%)

Female Fertility in Salton City

Fertility by Age in Salton City

Average fertility rate in Salton City is 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Salton City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years32 (100.0%)46.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total32 (100.0%)27.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salton City

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salton City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Salton City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Salton City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree32 (100.0%)75.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total32 (100.0%)27.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salton City

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salton City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Salton City

Income Overview in Salton City

Per Capita Income in Salton City is $18,717, while median incomes of families and households are $51,875 and $33,850 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,202$18,717
Median Family Income1,187$51,875
Mean Family Income1,187$55,670
Median Household Income2,368$33,850
Mean Household Income2,368$44,579
Income Deficit1,187$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,20245.93%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,20254.07¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,2020.35

Earnings by Sex in Salton City

Average Earnings in Salton City are $27,731, $31,434 for men and $16,996 for women, a difference of 45.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Salton City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,622 (65.4%)$31,434
Female857 (34.6%)$16,996
Total2,479 (100.0%)$27,731

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salton City

The most common earnings brackets in Salton City are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (197 | 12.1%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (173 | 20.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salton City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less70 (4.3%)7 (0.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9998 (0.5%)3 (0.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49919 (1.2%)173 (20.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)144 (16.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99920 (1.2%)48 (5.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499134 (8.3%)67 (7.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999112 (6.9%)52 (6.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4999 (0.5%)72 (8.4%)
$22,500 to $24,999192 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999159 (9.8%)28 (3.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999192 (11.8%)141 (16.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999197 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99976 (4.7%)33 (3.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99951 (3.1%)53 (6.2%)
$50,000 to $54,999151 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99937 (2.3%)36 (4.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999126 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99963 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,622 (100.0%)857 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salton City

Average earnings in Salton City are $31,757 for men and $20,044 for women, a difference of 36.9%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $38,581, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,577. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $20,504, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $18,500.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salton City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,577$20,504
High School Diploma$38,581$18,500
College or Associate's Degree$35,074$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$31,757$20,044

Family Income in Salton City

Family Income Brackets in Salton City

According to the Salton City family income data, there are 337 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Salton City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00040.3%
$10,000 to $14,999726.1%
$15,000 to $24,99913311.2%
$25,000 to $34,99912810.8%
$35,000 to $49,99923419.7%
$50,000 to $74,99933728.4%
$75,000 to $99,99918915.9%
$100,000 to $149,999574.8%
$150,000 to $199,999332.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salton City

5-person families (159 | 13.4%) account for the highest median family income in Salton City with $80,721 per family, while 2-person families (564 | 47.5%) have the highest median income of $22,443 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salton City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families564 (47.5%)$44,886
3-Person Families110 (9.3%)$57,431
4-Person Families218 (18.4%)$55,833
5-Person Families159 (13.4%)$80,721
6-Person Families116 (9.8%)$63,333
7+ Person Families20 (1.7%)$0
Total1,187 (100.0%)$51,875

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salton City

The median family income in Salton City is $51,875, with families comprising 3+ earners (166) having the highest median family income of $80,609, while families with no earners (323) have the lowest median family income of $39,904, accounting for 14.0% and 27.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Salton City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners323 (27.2%)$39,904
1 Earner534 (45.0%)$52,974
2 Earners164 (13.8%)$76,184
3+ Earners166 (14.0%)$80,609
Total1,187 (100.0%)$51,875

Household Income in Salton City

Household Income Brackets in Salton City

With 613 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Salton City, accounting for 25.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Salton City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000451.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991235.2%
$15,000 to $24,99961325.9%
$25,000 to $34,99945519.2%
$35,000 to $49,99934814.7%
$50,000 to $74,99943618.4%
$75,000 to $99,9992329.8%
$100,000 to $149,999833.5%
$150,000 to $199,999331.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salton City

The median household income in Salton City is $33,850, with the highest median household income of $65,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 457 households (19.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 19 households (0.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Salton City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years19 (0.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,021 (43.1%)$31,777
45 to 64 Years457 (19.3%)$65,250
65+ Years871 (36.8%)$29,871
Total2,368 (100.0%)$33,850

Poverty in Salton City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salton City

With 11.7% poverty level for males and 12.8% for females among the residents of Salton City, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 56 males (57.1%) and 28 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (14.4%)31 (16.2%)
5 Years13 (41.9%)28 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)67 (35.1%)
12 to 14 Years73 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years56 (57.1%)17 (12.8%)
18 to 24 Years58 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years30 (5.8%)28 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years25 (3.9%)56 (19.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years22 (9.4%)100 (22.2%)
65 to 74 Years91 (21.1%)26 (7.8%)
75 Years and over7 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total401 (11.7%)353 (12.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salton City

According to the poverty statistics in Salton City, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years154 (85.6%)160 (83.8%)
5 Years18 (58.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years136 (100.0%)124 (64.9%)
12 to 14 Years61 (45.5%)117 (100.0%)
15 Years37 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years42 (42.9%)116 (87.2%)
18 to 24 Years343 (85.5%)243 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years486 (94.2%)447 (94.1%)
35 to 44 Years614 (96.1%)236 (80.8%)
45 to 54 Years313 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years213 (90.6%)351 (77.8%)
65 to 74 Years341 (78.9%)309 (92.2%)
75 Years and over280 (97.6%)229 (100.0%)
Total3,038 (88.3%)2,410 (87.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salton City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salton City show that 12.8% or 116 of the total 906 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 33.3%, comprising of 43 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salton City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children507 (87.4%)73 (12.6%)
1 or 2 Children197 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children86 (66.7%)43 (33.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total790 (87.2%)116 (12.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salton City

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salton City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)43 (40.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)46 (20.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salton City

The poverty data for Salton City shows that 116 of the married-couple family households (12.8%) and 46 of the single-parent households (16.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (33.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 household (40.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salton City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children73 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)43 (40.9%)
3 or 4 Children43 (33.3%)3 (17.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total116 (12.8%)46 (16.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Salton City

Employment by Class of Employer in Salton City

Among the 2,099 employed individuals in Salton City, private company employees (1,833 | 87.3%), local government employees (122 | 5.8%), and state government employees (54 | 2.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salton City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,83387.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)532.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)371.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees1225.8%
State Government Employees542.6%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,099100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salton City

According to the labor force statistics for Salton City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,150), 46.0% or 2,369 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.1% or 239 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 293 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Salton City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years47 (11.6%)7 (14.9%)
20 to 24 Years134 (28.5%)33 (24.6%)
25 to 29 Years540 (77.4%)59 (10.9%)
30 to 34 Years293 (100.0%)31 (10.6%)
35 to 44 Years704 (75.6%)68 (9.7%)
45 to 54 Years305 (79.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years141 (39.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years173 (52.6%)35 (20.2%)
65 to 74 Years26 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (1.4%)7 (100.0%)
Total2,369 (46.0%)239 (10.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salton City

According to labor force statistics for Salton City, 72.1% of individuals (2,157) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,992) are in the labor force, with 9.0% or 194 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.8% or 171 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.1% or 124 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salton City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School685 (63.4%)109 (10.1%)
High School Diploma1,025 (85.1%)146 (12.1%)
College / Associate Degree274 (53.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher171 (86.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,157 (72.1%)269 (9.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Salton City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salton City are Community & Social Service (87 | 4.1%), Management (75 | 3.5%), Education Instruction & Library (66 | 3.1%), Business & Financial (43 | 2.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (21 | 1.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Salton City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salton City, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (88.0%), and Community & Social Service (44.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (72.7%), and Community & Social Service (55.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management66 (88.0%)9 (12.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 39 (44.8%)48 (55.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library18 (27.3%)48 (72.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)105 (51.2%)100 (48.8%)
Total (Overall)1,518 (71.3%)612 (28.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salton City are Cleaning & Maintenance (489 | 23.0%), Healthcare Support (156 | 7.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (95 | 4.5%), Personal Care & Service (89 | 4.2%), and Security & Protection (37 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Salton City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salton City, the most male-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (84.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (77.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (59.6%), Security & Protection (40.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (40.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support141 (90.4%)15 (9.6%)
Security & Protection22 (59.5%)15 (40.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention22 (59.5%)15 (40.5%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving74 (77.9%)21 (22.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance415 (84.9%)74 (15.1%)
Personal Care & Service36 (40.5%)53 (59.6%)
Total (Category)688 (79.4%)178 (20.5%)
Total (Overall)1,518 (71.3%)612 (28.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salton City are Office & Administration (162 | 7.6%), and Sales & Related (132 | 6.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salton City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related35 (26.5%)97 (73.5%)
Office & Administration86 (53.1%)76 (46.9%)
Total (Category)121 (41.2%)173 (58.8%)
Total (Overall)1,518 (71.3%)612 (28.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salton City are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (187 | 8.8%), Construction & Extraction (161 | 7.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (108 | 5.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Salton City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Salton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry14 (13.0%)94 (87.0%)
Construction & Extraction161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair187 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)362 (79.4%)94 (20.6%)
Total (Overall)1,518 (71.3%)612 (28.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salton City are Transportation (136 | 6.4%), Material Moving (125 | 5.9%), and Production (48 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salton City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving58 (46.4%)67 (53.6%)
Total (Category)242 (78.3%)67 (21.7%)
Total (Overall)1,518 (71.3%)612 (28.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salton City

Employment Industries in Salton City

The major employment industries in Salton City include Administrative & Support (329 | 15.4%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (312 | 14.6%), Construction (237 | 11.1%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (218 | 10.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (158 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Salton City

Employment Industries by Sex in Salton City

The Salton City industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Public Administration (87.3%), and Educational Services (79.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salton City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting109 (50.0%)109 (50.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing49 (84.5%)9 (15.5%)
Wholesale Trade30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade52 (38.2%)84 (61.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing31 (40.8%)45 (59.2%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support307 (93.3%)22 (6.7%)
Educational Services18 (20.7%)69 (79.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance158 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation182 (58.3%)130 (41.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services84 (56.8%)64 (43.2%)
Public Administration7 (12.7%)48 (87.3%)
Total1,518 (71.3%)612 (28.7%)

Education in Salton City

School Enrollment in Salton City

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,265 students in Salton City are high school (464 | 36.7%), college / undergraduate (306 | 24.2%), and elementary school (246 | 19.5%).
School Enrollment in Salton City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool181.4%
Kindergarten282.2%
Elementary School24619.5%
Middle School20316.1%
High School46436.7%
College / Undergraduate30624.2%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,265100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salton City

Out of a total of 1,265 students who are enrolled in schools in Salton City, 61 (4.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,204 (95.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 29 (11.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 275 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salton City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old234 (89.0%)29 (11.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds302 (90.4%)32 (9.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds275 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds187 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,204 (95.2%)61 (4.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salton City

Psychology (124 | 50.4%), engineering (24 | 9.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (23 | 9.3%), arts & humanities (22 | 8.9%), and social sciences (17 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 246 individuals in Salton City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salton City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural239.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology12450.4%
Social Sciences176.9%
Engineering249.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education156.1%
Literature & Languages145.7%
Liberal Arts & History72.9%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities228.9%
Total246100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salton City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salton City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salton City are males with 2 vehicles (484, accounting for 32.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (219, making up 79.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salton City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle437 (29.4%)72 (11.8%)
2 Vehicles484 (32.6%)219 (35.8%)
3 Vehicles218 (14.7%)140 (22.9%)
4 Vehicles297 (20.0%)83 (13.6%)
5 or more Vehicles51 (3.4%)98 (16.0%)
Total1,487 (100.0%)612 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salton City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salton City are 40 to 44 minutes (469 commuters, 22.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (384 commuters, 18.8%), and 45 to 59 minutes (292 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Salton City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes120.6%
5 to 9 Minutes613.0%
10 to 14 Minutes854.2%
15 to 19 Minutes1929.4%
20 to 24 Minutes38418.8%
25 to 29 Minutes592.9%
30 to 34 Minutes25912.7%
35 to 39 Minutes170.8%
40 to 44 Minutes46922.9%
45 to 59 Minutes29214.3%
60 to 89 Minutes21110.3%
90 or more Minutes60.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Salton City

The most common commute times in Salton City are 20 to 24 minutes (300 commuters, 20.7%) for males and 40 to 44 minutes (205 commuters, 34.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salton City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes12 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes31 (2.1%)30 (5.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes10 (0.7%)75 (12.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes154 (10.6%)38 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes300 (20.7%)84 (14.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes59 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes259 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes17 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes264 (18.3%)205 (34.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes152 (10.5%)140 (23.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes182 (12.6%)29 (4.8%)
90 or more Minutes6 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salton City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Salton City are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (396, 27.4%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (205, 34.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salton City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM260 (18.0%)58 (9.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM109 (7.5%)117 (19.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM396 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM240 (16.6%)51 (8.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM59 (4.1%)205 (34.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM53 (3.7%)96 (16.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM15 (1.0%)45 (7.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM151 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM19 (1.3%)9 (1.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM20 (1.4%)13 (2.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM124 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,446 (100.0%)601 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salton City

Occupancy by Ownership in Salton City

Of the total 2,368 dwellings in Salton City, owner-occupied units account for 2,267 (95.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 101 (4.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salton City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,26795.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1014.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,368100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salton City

Occupancy by Household Size in Salton City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,14748.4%
2-Person Household57624.3%
3-Person Household1325.6%
4+ Person Household51321.7%
Total Housing Units2,368100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salton City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salton City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,135 (99.0%)12 (1.1%)
2-Person Household556 (96.5%)20 (3.5%)
3-Person Household132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household444 (86.6%)69 (13.5%)
Total Housing Units2,267 (95.7%)101 (4.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salton City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salton City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School792 (94.2%)49 (5.8%)
High School Diploma1,102 (97.2%)32 (2.8%)
College/Associate Degree295 (93.6%)20 (6.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salton City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salton City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years41517.5%
35 to 44 Years62526.4%
45 to 54 Years1757.4%
55 to 64 Years28211.9%
65 to 74 Years56123.7%
75 to 84 Years26111.0%
85 Years and Over492.1%
Total2,368100.0%

Housing Finances in Salton City

Median Income by Occupancy in Salton City

Median Income by Occupancy in Salton City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,267 (95.7%)$32,909
Renter-Occupied101 (4.3%)$60,552
Average2,368 (100.0%)$33,850

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salton City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salton City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00023 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99918 (0.8%)5 (5.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999122 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999223 (9.8%)3 (3.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999388 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999454 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999321 (14.2%)27 (26.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999386 (17.0%)49 (48.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999215 (9.5%)17 (16.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99984 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more33 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,267 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salton City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salton City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300290 (12.8%)12 (11.9%)
$300 to $499758 (33.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799330 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999224 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499551 (24.3%)83 (82.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99986 (3.8%)6 (5.9%)
$2,000 to $2,49928 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,267 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salton City

Housing Structures in Salton City

Housing Structures in Salton City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,27396.0%
Single Unit, Attached150.6%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other803.4%
Total2,368100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salton City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salton City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,209 (97.2%)64 (2.8%)
Single Unit, Attached15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other43 (53.7%)37 (46.3%)
Total2,267 (95.7%)101 (4.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salton City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salton City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms43 (1.9%)12 (11.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,511 (66.6%)81 (80.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms574 (25.3%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms139 (6.1%)8 (7.9%)
Total2,267 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salton City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salton City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas81 (3.6%)6 (5.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas373 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,791 (79.0%)83 (82.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels13 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used9 (0.4%)12 (11.9%)
Total2,267 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salton City

Household Vehicle Usage in Salton City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle10 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle1,150 (50.7%)32 (31.7%)
2 Vehicles710 (31.3%)6 (5.9%)
3 or more Vehicles397 (17.5%)63 (62.4%)
Total2,267 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salton City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salton City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,489778
Median Property Value$178,200$169,900
Median Household Income$33,281$0
Monthly Housing Costs$423$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,447$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salton City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salton City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00020 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99996 (6.5%)14 (1.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,157 (77.7%)734 (94.3%)
$300,000 to $499,999174 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)30 (3.9%)
$1,000,000 or more42 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,489 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salton City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salton City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00015 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999430 (28.9%)26 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999327 (22.0%)303 (39.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999254 (17.1%)127 (16.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999259 (17.4%)67 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999100 (6.7%)127 (16.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99971 (4.8%)115 (14.8%)
$150,000 or more33 (2.2%)13 (1.7%)
Total1,489 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salton City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salton City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x217 (14.6%)32,705 (4,203.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x192 (12.9%)93 (11.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x185 (12.4%)135 (17.3%)
4.0x or more880 (59.1%)44 (5.7%)
Total1,489 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salton City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salton City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800186 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499610 (41.0%)42 (5.4%)
$800 to $1,499693 (46.5%)93 (11.9%)
Total1,489 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Salton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salton City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years430 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years922 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years883 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years599 (87.7%)84 (12.3%)
35 to 44 Years879 (94.4%)52 (5.6%)
45 to 54 Years357 (93.0%)27 (7.0%)
55 to 64 Years686 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years767 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older504 (97.7%)12 (2.3%)
Total6,027 (97.2%)175 (2.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salton City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born430 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen922 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen883 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salton City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,078 (99.5%)6 (0.5%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,534 (98.0%)31 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,661 (98.8%)20 (1.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999971 (98.5%)15 (1.5%)
$100,000 and over783 (88.4%)103 (11.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salton City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salton City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6306 (71.2%)201 (46.7%)
6 to 18 Years755 (81.9%)185 (20.1%)
19 to 25 Years677 (76.7%)206 (23.3%)
25 to 34 Years361 (52.9%)238 (34.8%)
35 to 44 Years763 (82.0%)116 (12.5%)
45 to 54 Years242 (63.0%)143 (37.2%)
55 to 64 Years356 (51.9%)344 (50.1%)
65 to 74 Years767 (100.0%)110 (14.3%)
75 Years and over504 (97.7%)35 (6.8%)
Total4,731 (76.3%)1,578 (25.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salton City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (4.4%)45 (9.5%)
18 to 34 Years25 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years75 (6.3%)203 (24.9%)
65 to 74 Years139 (32.2%)55 (16.4%)
75 Years and over233 (81.2%)26 (11.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Salton City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Salton City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years91 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over118 (41.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Salton City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years25 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over62 (21.6%)26 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salton City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (4.4%)45 (9.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years55 (4.6%)58 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over142 (49.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Salton City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)29 (6.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (1.7%)173 (21.2%)
65 to 74 Years103 (23.8%)55 (16.4%)
75 Years and over196 (68.3%)26 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Salton City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (2.5%)11 (3.3%)
75 Years and over99 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Salton City

Computing Device Access in Salton City

Computing Device Access in Salton City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,08145.7%
Smartphone1,99384.2%
Tablet1,02443.2%
No Computing Device31613.3%
Total2,368100.0%

Internet Access in Salton City

Internet Access in Salton City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home31313.2%
Cellular Data Only1,10346.6%
Satellite Internet56023.6%
No Internet45419.2%
Total2,368100.0%

Salton City Summary

Salton City is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Imperial County, California, United States. It is located on the Salton Sea, a large, saline lake in the Colorado Desert. The population was 1,971 at the 2010 census, up from 1,922 at the 2000 census.

History

Salton City was founded in 1958 as a planned community by the Salton Sea Reclamation District. The district was created in 1950 by the California State Legislature to develop the area around the Salton Sea. The district was given the authority to sell land, issue bonds, and levy taxes to finance the development of the area.
The original plan for Salton City was to create a resort community with a marina, golf course, and other amenities. However, the plan was never fully realized due to a lack of funding and the area's remote location.

Geography

Salton City is located in Imperial County, California, at 33°17′N 115°37′W (33.28, -115.62). It is located on the Salton Sea, a large, saline lake in the Colorado Desert.

The CDP has a total area of 4 2 square miles 10 8 km2 all of it land

Economy

The economy of Salton City is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The area is home to several resorts, including the Salton Sea Beach Resort and the Salton Sea Marina. The area also has several agricultural operations, including date farms and fish farms.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,971 people, 645 households, and 486 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 468.2 people per square mile (180.9/km2). There were 745 housing units at an average density of 178.3 per square mile (68.9/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 64.2% White, 0.7% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 30.3% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 57.2% of the population.
There were 645 households, out of which 37.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.2% were non-families. 20.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.06 and the average family size was 3.54.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 32.2% under the age of 18, 10.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.2 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $25,000, and the median income for a family was $27,500. Males had a median income of $25,000 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $10,890. About 24.2% of families and 28.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 37.2% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salton City?
Total Population of Salton City is 6,202.
What is the Total Male Population of Salton City?
Total Male Population of Salton City is 3,439.
What is the Total Female Population of Salton City?
Total Female Population of Salton City is 2,763.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salton City?
There are 124.47 Males per 100 Females in Salton City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salton City?
There are 80.34 Females per 100 Males in Salton City.
What is the Median Population Age in Salton City?
Median Population Age in Salton City is 36.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salton City
Average Family Size in Salton City is 4.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salton City
Average Household Size in Salton City is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salton City?
Per Capita income in Salton City is $18,717.
What is the Median Family Income in Salton City?
Median Family Income in Salton City is $51,875.
What is the Median Household income in Salton City?
Median Household Income in Salton City is $33,850.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salton City?
Income or Wage Gap in Salton City is 45.9%.
Women in Salton City earn 54.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salton City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salton City is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salton City?
There are 2,369 People in the Labor Forcein in Salton City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salton City?
46.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Salton City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salton City?
Unemployment Rate in Salton City is 10.1%.