Desert Shores, CA

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Desert Shores Overview

360
TOTAL POPULATION
259
MALE POPULATION
101
FEMALE POPULATION
256.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
39.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$18,419
PER CAPITA INCOME
$43,833
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$22,939
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.32
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
152
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Desert Shores

The most populous races in Desert Shores are Hispanic or Latino (268 | 74.4%), White / Caucasian (225 | 62.5%), and Some other Race (135 | 37.5%).
Race in Desert Shores
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino26874.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian22562.5%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race13537.5%
Total360100.0%

Ancestry in Desert Shores

The most populous ancestries reported in Desert Shores are Mexican (268 | 74.4%), German (96 | 26.7%), English (84 | 23.3%), Irish (23 | 6.4%), and Czech (9 | 2.5%), together accounting for 133.3% of all Desert Shores residents.
Ancestry in Desert Shores
Ancestry# Population% Population
Czech92.5%
English8423.3%
German9626.7%
Irish236.4%
Mexican26874.4%
Swedish71.9%
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Immigrants in Desert Shores

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Desert Shores came from Central America (157 | 43.6%), Latin America (157 | 43.6%), and Mexico (157 | 43.6%), together accounting for 130.8% of all Desert Shores residents.
Immigrants in Desert Shores
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America15743.6%
Latin America15743.6%
Mexico15743.6%
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Sex and Age in Desert Shores

Sex and Age in Desert Shores

The most populous age groups in Desert Shores are 45 to 49 Years (66 | 25.5%) for men and 85 Years and over (37 | 36.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Desert Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years15 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years48 (18.5%)17 (16.8%)
40 to 44 Years23 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years66 (25.5%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years17 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years20 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (10.9%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)7 (6.9%)
70 to 74 Years31 (12.0%)19 (18.8%)
75 to 79 Years9 (3.5%)10 (9.9%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over30 (11.6%)37 (36.6%)
Total259 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Desert Shores

Median Family Size in Desert Shores

Median Family Size in Desert Shores
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple51 (70.8%)2.06
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother21 (29.2%)5.29
Total Families72 (100.0%)3.00

Median Household Size in Desert Shores

Median Household Size in Desert Shores
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple51 (23.6%)2.06
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother21 (9.7%)5.29
Non-family144 (66.7%)-
Total Households216 (100.0%)1.67

Household Size by Marriage Status in Desert Shores

Out of a total of 216 households in Desert Shores, 72 (33.3%) are family households, while 144 (66.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 62, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 144.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Desert Shores
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-144 (66.7%)
2-Person Households62 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households10 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total72 (33.3%)144 (66.7%)

Female Fertility in Desert Shores

Fertility by Age in Desert Shores

Female Fertility by Age in Desert Shores
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Desert Shores

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Desert Shores
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Desert Shores

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Desert Shores
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Desert Shores

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Desert Shores
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Desert Shores

Income Overview in Desert Shores

Per Capita Income in Desert Shores is $18,419, while median incomes of families and households are $43,833 and $22,939 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income360$18,419
Median Family Income72$43,833
Mean Family Income72$48,214
Median Household Income216$22,939
Mean Household Income216$28,649
Income Deficit72$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3600.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)360100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3600.32

Earnings by Sex in Desert Shores

Earnings by Sex in Desert Shores
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male128 (94.8%)$22,000
Female7 (5.2%)$0
Total135 (100.0%)$21,563

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Desert Shores

The most common earnings brackets in Desert Shores are $12,500 to $14,999 for men (48 | 37.5%) and $2,499 or less for women (7 | 100.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Desert Shores
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99948 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49920 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99948 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99912 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Desert Shores

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Desert Shores
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$22,000$0

Family Income in Desert Shores

Family Income Brackets in Desert Shores

According to the Desert Shores family income data, there are 30 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 41.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Desert Shores
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991115.3%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999912.5%
$35,000 to $49,9993041.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991216.7%
$75,000 to $99,9991013.9%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Desert Shores

2-person families (62 | 86.1%) account for the highest median family income in Desert Shores with $43,417 per family, while 2-person families (62 | 86.1%) have the highest median income of $21,708 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Desert Shores
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families62 (86.1%)$43,417
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families10 (13.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total72 (100.0%)$43,833

Family Income by Number of Earners in Desert Shores

Family Income by Number of Earners in Desert Shores
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners51 (70.8%)$43,708
1 Earner21 (29.2%)$0
2 Earners0 (0.0%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total72 (100.0%)$43,833

Household Income in Desert Shores

Household Income Brackets in Desert Shores

With 96 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Desert Shores, accounting for 44.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Desert Shores
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,9995927.3%
$15,000 to $24,9999644.4%
$25,000 to $34,99994.2%
$35,000 to $49,9993013.9%
$50,000 to $74,999125.6%
$75,000 to $99,999104.6%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Desert Shores

The median household income in Desert Shores is $22,939, with the highest median household income of $43,125 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 89 households (41.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Desert Shores
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years48 (22.2%)$0
45 to 64 Years79 (36.6%)$14,174
65+ Years89 (41.2%)$43,125
Total216 (100.0%)$22,939

Poverty in Desert Shores

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Desert Shores

With 25.5% poverty level for males and 10.9% for females among the residents of Desert Shores, 45 to 54 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 66 males (79.5%) and 11 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Desert Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years66 (79.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (25.5%)11 (10.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Desert Shores

According to the poverty statistics in Desert Shores, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 35 to 44 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 Desert Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years71 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years17 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years31 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
75 Years and over39 (100.0%)47 (100.0%)
Total193 (74.5%)90 (89.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Desert Shores

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Desert Shores
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Desert Shores

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Desert Shores
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Desert Shores

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Desert Shores
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Desert Shores

Employment by Class of Employer in Desert Shores

Among the 135 employed individuals in Desert Shores, , and private company employees (135 | 100.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Desert Shores
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees135100.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total135100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Desert Shores

According to the labor force statistics for Desert Shores, out of the total population over 16 years of age (360), 42.2% or 152 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.2% or 17 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 100.0% or 20 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.2% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Desert Shores
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years48 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years65 (78.3%)17 (26.2%)
55 to 59 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years19 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total152 (42.2%)17 (11.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Desert Shores

According to labor force statistics for Desert Shores, 65.8% of individuals (133) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (202) are in the labor force, with 12.8% or 17 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 100.0% or 48 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 100.0% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Desert Shores
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School68 (49.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree17 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total133 (65.8%)26 (12.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Desert Shores

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Desert Shores

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Desert Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (94.8%)7 (5.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Desert Shores are , and Healthcare Support (7 | 5.2%).
Services Occupations in Desert Shores

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Desert Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (94.8%)7 (5.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

Sales and Office Occupations in Desert Shores

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Desert Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (94.8%)7 (5.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Desert Shores are , and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (80 | 59.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Desert Shores

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Desert Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (94.8%)7 (5.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Desert Shores are , and Material Moving (48 | 35.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Desert Shores

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Desert Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)128 (94.8%)7 (5.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Desert Shores

Employment Industries in Desert Shores

The major employment industries in Desert Shores include , and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (128 | 94.8%).
Employment Industries in Desert Shores

Employment Industries by Sex in Desert Shores

Employment Industries by Sex in Desert Shores
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (94.8%)7 (5.2%)

Education in Desert Shores

School Enrollment in Desert Shores

School Enrollment in Desert Shores
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School00.0%
High School17100.0%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total17100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Desert Shores

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Desert Shores
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Desert Shores

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Desert Shores
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total00.0%

Transportation & Commute in Desert Shores

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Desert Shores

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Desert Shores are males with 1 vehicle (68, accounting for 53.1%) and females with 1 vehicle (7, making up 971.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Desert Shores
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle12 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle68 (53.1%)7 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles48 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Desert Shores

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Desert Shores are 20 to 24 minutes (48 commuters, 39.0%), 25 to 29 minutes (48 commuters, 39.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (20 commuters, 16.3%).
Commute Time in Desert Shores
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2016.3%
20 to 24 Minutes4839.0%
25 to 29 Minutes4839.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes75.7%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Desert Shores

The most common commute times in Desert Shores are 20 to 24 minutes (48 commuters, 41.4%) for males and 40 to 44 minutes (7 commuters, 100.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Desert Shores
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes20 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes48 (41.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes48 (41.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Desert Shores

The most frequent times of departure to work in Desert Shores are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (48, 41.4%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (7, 100.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Desert Shores
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM20 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM48 (41.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM48 (41.4%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total116 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Desert Shores

Occupancy by Ownership in Desert Shores

Of the total 216 dwellings in Desert Shores, owner-occupied units account for 205 (94.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 11 (5.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Desert Shores
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units20594.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units115.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units216100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Desert Shores

Occupancy by Household Size in Desert Shores
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14466.7%
2-Person Household6228.7%
3-Person Household00.0%
4+ Person Household104.6%
Total Housing Units216100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Desert Shores

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Desert Shores
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household51 (82.3%)11 (17.7%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units205 (94.9%)11 (5.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Desert Shores

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Desert Shores
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School109 (90.8%)11 (9.2%)
High School Diploma78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Desert Shores

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Desert Shores
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years4822.2%
45 to 54 Years4822.2%
55 to 64 Years3114.3%
65 to 74 Years5023.2%
75 to 84 Years94.2%
85 Years and Over3013.9%
Total216100.0%

Housing Finances in Desert Shores

Median Income by Occupancy in Desert Shores

Median Income by Occupancy in Desert Shores
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied205 (94.9%)$23,180
Renter-Occupied11 (5.1%)$0
Average216 (100.0%)$22,939

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Desert Shores

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Desert Shores
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99948 (23.4%)11 (100.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99919 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99977 (37.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total205 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Desert Shores

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Desert Shores
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30012 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499165 (80.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7990 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
$800 to $99919 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4999 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total205 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Desert Shores

Housing Structures in Desert Shores

Housing Structures in Desert Shores
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached18585.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other3114.3%
Total216100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Desert Shores

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Desert Shores
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached174 (94.1%)11 (5.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)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 / Other31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total205 (94.9%)11 (5.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Desert Shores

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Desert Shores
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room12 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms19 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms108 (52.7%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms66 (32.2%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total205 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Desert Shores

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Desert Shores
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity195 (95.1%)11 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total205 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Desert Shores

Household Vehicle Usage in Desert Shores
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle135 (65.8%)11 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles58 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total205 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Desert Shores

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Desert Shores

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1969
Median Property Value$107,500$0
Median Household Income$22,982$0
Monthly Housing Costs$393$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,695$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Desert Shores

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Desert Shores
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00012 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99977 (39.3%)9 (100.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99998 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more9 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total196 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Desert Shores

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Desert Shores
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999144 (73.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (15.3%)9 (100.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total196 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Desert Shores

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Desert Shores
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x22 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x30 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x48 (24.5%)9 (100.0%)
4.0x or more96 (49.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total196 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Desert Shores

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Desert Shores
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80010 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49948 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499126 (64.3%)9 (100.0%)
Total196 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Desert Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desert Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desert Shores
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years35 (42.2%)48 (57.8%)
55 to 64 Years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total312 (86.7%)48 (13.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Desert Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Desert Shores
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Desert Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Desert Shores
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000125 (72.3%)48 (27.8%)
$25,000 to $49,99983 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99982 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desert Shores

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desert Shores
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years35 (42.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years57 (100.0%)16 (28.1%)
75 Years and over86 (100.0%)9 (10.5%)
Total312 (86.7%)25 (6.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Desert Shores

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Desert Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years41 (23.6%)11 (39.3%)
65 to 74 Years19 (61.3%)10 (38.5%)
75 Years and over30 (76.9%)47 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Desert Shores

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Desert Shores: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over30 (76.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Desert Shores: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (38.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Desert Shores: <span>Cognitive 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 Years19 (61.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Desert Shores: <span>Ambulatory 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 Years41 (23.6%)11 (39.3%)
65 to 74 Years19 (61.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over30 (76.9%)47 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Desert Shores: <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 Years23 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years19 (61.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over30 (76.9%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Desert Shores

Computing Device Access in Desert Shores

Computing Device Access in Desert Shores
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop198.8%
Smartphone13562.5%
Tablet5726.4%
No Computing Device8137.5%
Total216100.0%

Internet Access in Desert Shores

Internet Access in Desert Shores
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home94.2%
Cellular Data Only6831.5%
Satellite Internet5726.4%
No Internet9142.1%
Total216100.0%

Desert Shores Summary

Desert Shores is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Riverside County, California, United States. The population was 2,845 at the 2010 census, up from 2,717 at the 2000 census. It is located in the Coachella Valley, about 25 miles (40 km) southeast of Palm Springs.

History

Desert Shores was founded in the late 1950s as a planned community. It was developed by the Desert Shores Corporation, which was owned by the late actor and real estate developer, William Holden. The community was designed to be a resort-style development, with a large lake at its center. The lake was stocked with fish and surrounded by homes, a golf course, and other amenities.
The community was originally planned to be a retirement community, but it quickly became popular with younger families as well. The community has grown steadily since its founding, and today it is home to a diverse population of all ages.

Geography

Desert Shores is located at 33 48 17 North 116 17 17 West 33 804722 116 288333

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all of it land.

Economy

Desert Shores is primarily a residential community, but it does have some commercial businesses. The most notable of these is the Desert Shores Resort, which is located on the lake. The resort offers a variety of amenities, including a golf course, tennis courts, and a spa.
The community also has a few small retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The local economy is largely supported by tourism, as the area is a popular destination for visitors from all over the world.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 2,717 people, 1,072 households, and 790 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 645.3 people per square mile (249.2/km2). There were 1,179 housing units at an average density of 281.2 per square mile (108.7/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 79.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 15.2% from other races, and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 28.2% of the population.
There were 1,072 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.7% were non-families. 22.2% 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 2.54 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $19,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Desert Shores?
Total Population of Desert Shores is 360.
What is the Total Male Population of Desert Shores?
Total Male Population of Desert Shores is 259.
What is the Total Female Population of Desert Shores?
Total Female Population of Desert Shores is 101.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Desert Shores?
There are 256.44 Males per 100 Females in Desert Shores.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Desert Shores?
There are 39.00 Females per 100 Males in Desert Shores.
What is the Median Population Age in Desert Shores?
Median Population Age in Desert Shores is 52.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Desert Shores
Average Family Size in Desert Shores is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Desert Shores
Average Household Size in Desert Shores is 1.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Desert Shores?
Per Capita income in Desert Shores is $18,419.
What is the Median Family Income in Desert Shores?
Median Family Income in Desert Shores is $43,833.
What is the Median Household income in Desert Shores?
Median Household Income in Desert Shores is $22,939.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Desert Shores?
Inequality or Gini Index in Desert Shores is 0.32.
How Large is the Labor Force in Desert Shores?
There are 152 People in the Labor Forcein in Desert Shores.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Desert Shores?
42.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Desert Shores.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Desert Shores?
Unemployment Rate in Desert Shores is 11.2%.