Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
21%
Cathedral City, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,315
Population
56,318
Renter Mix
36% Rent
Delight in the small-town charm of this desert oasis
Suburban
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Scenic
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Mountain Views
Situated in the Coachella Valley neighboring Palm Springs, Cathedral City is a suburban oasis in the desert. Cathedral City, affectionately shortened to Cat City by locals, boasts a charming small-town atmosphere and a strong sense of community. Year-round events bring the community together in Cathedral City, including Shorty’s Rib Fest, Candy Cane Lane, Interfusion Music Summit, AMFM Festival, and the only hot air balloon festival in the Coachella Valley.
A host of family fun centers, movie theaters, golf courses, athletic complexes, and nine community parks offer ample opportunities for outdoor recreation in Cathedral City in addition to the nearby Mount San Jacinto State Park and Joshua Tree National Park. Shopping opportunities abound in Cathedral City as well, with plenty of national retailers and local boutiques to choose from. Cathedral City is also home to some of the most authentic Mexican restaurants in the area. Quick access to Highway 111, I-10, and Palm Springs International Airport makes getting around from Cathedral City easy.
Explore the City
A Spanish home with shady palm trees is seen in Cathedral City.
Experience beautiful open desert spaces in Cathedral City.
Kids flock to the playground at Panorama Park in Cathedral City.
Beautiful mountain views are seen from the Cimarron Golf Course in Cathedral City.
Enjoy the sunshine with your best friend at Panorama Park in Cathedral City.
Meet up with friends for a burger and drinks at Bubba & Bones Brews in Cathedral City.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$61,469
Average: $81,533
Education
15,524
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
25,615
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Cathedral City has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Cathedral City, CA is $1,358 for a studio, $1,314 for one bedroom, $1,712 for two bedrooms, and $1,932 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cathedral City has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,314/month
670 Sq Ft
House
$6,656/month
2,094 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,958/month
1,373 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cathedral City, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
606 Students
Cathedral City Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
606 Students
Public
Grades K-5
692 Students
Public
Grades K-5
692 Students
Public
Grades K-5
637 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,020 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,020 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
914 Students
Nellie N. Coffman Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
914 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,334 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,334 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
325 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert
- Moorten Botanical Gardens
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
- The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Palm Springs International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.