Palm Desert city, California
Official LSAD Designation: Palm Desert city • Census GEOID: 0655184
• Riverside County
Palm Desert city is an incorporated city in Riverside County, California. According to official records from the Census (2025), Palm Desert city had an estimated population of 53,259 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Palm Desert city (GEOID 0655184).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Palm Desert
Municipal
Official Title:
Director Of Finance
Address:
73510 FRED WARING DR, PALM DESERT CA 92260-2578
County Of Riverside
County
Address:
4080 LEMON ST, 3RD FL, RIVERSIDE CA 92501-3634
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,259 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $77,513 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $542,000 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 26.78 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).