Livability Score

57
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (1) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Vintage Coffee House
Coffee Shop
The Cafe at Shields
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (8) F
La Quinta Museum
Museum
Old Town Artisan Studios
Theatre Arts
Sm'Art Studio
Art Gallery
Old Town Artisan Studio
Art Gallery
La Quinta Gallery of FIne Art
Art Gallery
Logan Gallery
Museum
Century Theatres La Quinta
Cinema
Marvyn's Magic Theater
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (4) F
Subway
Fast Food
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Sweets
Chipotle
Fast Food
BevMo!
Alcohol
Fitness (1) F
La Quinta Community Fitness Center
Community Centre
Groceries (7) F
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Ralphs
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Aspen Mills Bread Co.
Bakery
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Vons
Grocery Store
Stater Bros.
Grocery Store
Parks (20) F
Eisenhower Park
Park
Fritz Burns Park
Park
Velasco Park
Park
La Quinta Community Park
Park
La Quinta Civic Center Park
Park
Seasons Park
Park
Saguaro Park
Park
La Quinta Sports Complex
Park
Lake Cahuilla Park
Park
Lake Cahuilla County Park
Park
La Quinta Park
Park
Shops (10) F
Desert Casual
Clothing
VIP Nails
Beauty
Hair Masters
Hairdresser
Target
Department Store
Lowe's
Home Improvement
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Furniture
Best Buy
Electronics
G&M
Convenience Store
Kohl's
Department Store
Speedway
Convenience Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
ampm
Convenience Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
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commute A-

Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in La Quinta.
Public Transit Stops (8)
Stops & Stations
A+
Avn Obregon @ Calle Ensenada
Bus Stop
Avn Obregon @ Calle Colima
Bus Stop
Avn Obregon @ Calle Durango
Bus Stop
Calle Tampico @ Washington
Bus Stop
Washington @ Calle Tampico
Bus Stop
La Quinta, CA (LQT) (Eastbound)
Bus Stop
La Quinta, CA (LQT)
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.6%
F
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cost of living F

The cost of living in La Quinta is 139/100 - which is equal to California.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
F
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crime B-

La Quinta crime rates are 2,774 per 100k, which is 2% lower than California
Property Crime
2,593 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
181 crimes per 100k
A
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employment B+

The median income in La Quinta is $75,724 - which is 19% higher than California.
Med. Household Income
$75,724
B
Unemployment Rate
4.1%
D+
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health F

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (4)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
F
Riverside County Fire Department Station #32
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Riverside County Fire Department Station #70
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
F
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housing B+

La Quinta home prices are $405,200 - which is 1% lower than California
Home Price
$405,200
A+
Home Appreciation Rate
11%
B+
Home Affordability
5.4x (home price to income ratio)
F
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schools D

The La Quinta graduation rate is 87% - which is 9% higher than California
School Test Scores
39%
F
High School Grad. Rates
87%
B-
Elementary Schools (7) F
Benjamin Franklin Elementary
John Adams Early Childhood Learning Center
La Quinta Christian Fellowship
Harry S. Truman Elementary
La Quinta Middle
Horizon
High Schools (3) F
Horizon
La Quinta High
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ratings B-

La Quinta has an overall rating of 70% from 13 reviews.
User Reviews (3)
From AreaVibes
C-
User Surveys (10)
From AreaVibes
A+
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La Quinta Area Facts

  • La Quinta has a Livability Score of 57/100, which is considered below average
  • La Quinta crime rates are 2% lower than the California average
  • Cost of living in La Quinta is equal to the California average
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A lot of Mean People 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 18, 2020) La Quinta has a lot of mean people who will cut in front of you. There were like two women, one with long black hair and one with black hair in a ponytail who were being extremely rude and prejudice towards people at a Walmart there. The traffic is always bad . Living here is ext ...Read More remely dangerous with rude people around. Read Less
Big Little Gem 4.5 rating By PSREservices.com ( May 18, 2018) I've lived here now for 15 years. It is not SF, L.A., or SD. Life here is relaxing. The mountain vistas are all around to enjoy with just enough yayaness. Yes, there many semi retired and retirees here; however, there are plenty of 25-45 somethings here as well. The schools in N. ...Read More LQ are in hot demand. Many families come here from the coast to live in order to escape the traffic there as well as be able to put their kids into quality schools. Each neighborhood has its own feel. There are both gated and non-gated communities as well. Take your pick along with price range to buy or rent. There are plenty of restaurants that are not fast food serving up live entertainment. From French, to Mexican, to Thai, LQ has it. If you're after nightlife, head to PS. It's 20 minutes up the freeway. The winter and spring activities are non stop. In the summer when everyone at the coast thinks we are boiling (at times we do boil here), it's the night activities we like. Rents are still reasonable, and buying house can be achieved. Enjoy! Read Less
I am a Fortunate Resident of La Quinta, CA 4 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 26, 2018) I consider myself lucky to be living in La Quinta, CA, as this has been my home for most of my adult life. When I first moved here, the population was very low, but we have grown to be a very diversified city. Even though the city has grown at a fast pace, we have managed to main ...Read More tain driving conditions that do not feel crowded or overwhelming.

The weather has been known to get hot in the summer, but mostly we benefit from Southern California weather conditions, which is fantastic. I have never had to travel far to do my shopping. The city is always growing, and new stores are springing up all the time. Even so, I find that the best areas in La Quinta, Ca, to shop are Old Town La Quinta, which has a cozy atmosphere.

The whole time I have been living in La Quinta, CA, I have never gone golfing. However, my husband is an avid golfer. Luckily for him, we have some amazing golf courses located in the best areas in La Quinta, CA. I consider myself a fortunate resident of La Quinta, CA. Read Less
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I am a Fortunate Resident of La Quinta, CA 4 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 26, 2018) I consider myself lucky to be living in La Quinta, CA, as this has been my home for most of my adult life. When I first moved here, the population was very low, but we have grown to be a very diversified city. Even though the city has grown at a fast pace, we have managed to main ...Read More tain driving conditions that do not feel crowded or overwhelming.

The weather has been known to get hot in the summer, but mostly we benefit from Southern California weather conditions, which is fantastic. I have never had to travel far to do my shopping. The city is always growing, and new stores are springing up all the time. Even so, I find that the best areas in La Quinta, Ca, to shop are Old Town La Quinta, which has a cozy atmosphere.

The whole time I have been living in La Quinta, CA, I have never gone golfing. However, my husband is an avid golfer. Luckily for him, we have some amazing golf courses located in the best areas in La Quinta, CA. I consider myself a fortunate resident of La Quinta, CA. Read Less

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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in La Quinta? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Eisenhower Park
      Fritz Burns Park
      Velasco Park
      La Quinta Community Park
      La Quinta Civic Center Park
      Seasons Park
      Saguaro Park
      La Quinta Sports Complex

      Entertainment

      La Quinta Museum
      Old Town Artisan Studios
      Sm'Art Studio
      Old Town Artisan Studio
      La Quinta Gallery of FIne Art
      Logan Gallery
      Century Theatres La Quinta
      Marvyn's Magic Theater

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Nothing Bundt Cakes
      Chipotle
      BevMo!

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in La Quinta? Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in La Quinta.
      Drive to Work
      76%

      1% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is La Quinta a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Doctors