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Relocation guide
Moving to Indian Wells
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
4,830
Median age 67.5
Median household income
$145,313
Median rent
$1,029/mo
Median home value
$1,002,200
Schools
1
1 districts
Summer high / winter low
106° / 45°
Pros
- Household incomes run 85% above the US median ($145,313).
- Rent takes only about 8% of the median household income.
- 77% of households own their home (US 65%).
- Mild weather in March, November, December, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 230% more than the US median ($1,002,200).
- Hot summers: July highs average 106°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Indian Wells?
Indian Wells spans 1 zip code. Median home values range from $1,002,200 to $1,002,200 by zip.
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Life in Indian Wells
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Is Indian Wells a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 85% above the US median ($145,313). Rent takes only about 8% of the median household income. On the other hand: Homes cost 230% more than the US median ($1,002,200). Hot summers: July highs average 106°F.
How much do I need to earn to live in Indian Wells?
The median household earns $145,313. Rent at the median ($1,029/month) is about 8% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $41,160 a year.
How many schools are in Indian Wells?
1 public and private schools across 1 district. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Indian Wells?
Highs average 106°F in July and lows 45°F in December. The most comfortable months are March, November, December.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.