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Crime in La Quinta summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in La Quinta. Key points include:
There were 839 total crimes in La Quinta in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in La Quinta is 2,122.1 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in La Quinta is 177.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in La Quinta is 1,945.1 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in La Quinta is 0.14% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In La Quinta Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
La Quinta / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 839 | 2,122.1 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 70 | 177.1 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 2.5 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 21 | 53.1 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 41 | 103.7 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 769 | 1,945.1 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 114 | 288.3 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 567 | 1,434.1 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 88 | 222.6 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in La Quinta summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in La Quinta. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in La Quinta is 140 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in La Quinta is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in La Quinta is $747,082.
The median income in La Quinta is $99,250.
La Quinta's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In La Quinta Comparison Table
| Living Expense | La Quinta | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 140 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 111 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 115 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 194 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 113 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 120 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 117 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
La Quinta, CA Weather
The average high in La Quinta is 81.2° and the average low is 52.0°.
There are 18.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 10.0 inches of precipitation each year with 1.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | La Quinta |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 81.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 52.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 18.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 10.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 1.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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La Quinta Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in La Quinta
The current population in La Quinta is 38,707. The population has increased 8.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38,707 | 1.1% |
| 2023 | 38,299 | 1.0% |
| 2022 | 37,933 | 0.2% |
| 2021 | 37,846 | -9.1% |
| 2020 | 41,650 | 1.4% |
| 2019 | 41,076 | 0.9% |
| 2018 | 40,704 | 1.0% |
| 2017 | 40,305 | 1.3% |
| 2016 | 39,801 | 1.3% |
| 2015 | 39,301 | 1.4% |
| 2014 | 38,774 | 1.8% |
| 2013 | 38,073 | 1.8% |
| 2012 | 37,382 | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 36,600 | 2.6% |
| 2010 | 35,661 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in La Quinta
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La Quinta is:
53.7% White with 20,767 White residents.
1.3% African American with 498 African American residents.
0.3% American Indian with 117 American Indian residents.
4.2% Asian with 1,612 Asian residents.
0.3% Hawaiian with 99 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 110 Other residents.
3.4% Two Or More with 1,325 Two Or More residents.
36.6% Hispanic with 14,179 Hispanic residents.
| Race | La Quinta | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 53.7% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.3% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.2% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.4% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 36.6% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in La Quinta
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La Quinta is 48.8% female with 18,885 female residents.
La Quinta is 51.2% male with 19,822 male residents.
| Gender | La Quinta | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in La Quinta for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in La Quinta completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in La Quinta completed 9-12th grade.
21.0% of adults in La Quinta completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in La Quinta completed some college.
9.0% of adults in La Quinta completed associate's degree.
24.0% of adults in La Quinta completed bachelor's degree.
10.0% of adults in La Quinta completed master's degree.
4.0% of adults in La Quinta completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in La Quinta completed doctorate degree.
| Education | La Quinta | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 4.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For La Quinta, California
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3.4% of households in La Quinta earn Less than $10,000.
1.9% of households in La Quinta earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.0% of households in La Quinta earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.1% of households in La Quinta earn $25,000 to $34,999.
8.9% of households in La Quinta earn $35,000 to $49,999.
14.0% of households in La Quinta earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.0% of households in La Quinta earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.4% of households in La Quinta earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.2% of households in La Quinta earn $150,000 to $199,999.
21.1% of households in La Quinta earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | La Quinta | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.4% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.9% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.0% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.1% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 8.9% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.0% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.0% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.4% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.2% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 21.1% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
