Twentynine Palms, CA

Twentynine Palms, California

Twentynine Palms, California, in San Bernardino county, is 59 miles NE of Hemet, California (center to center) and 77 miles E of Riverside, California. Part of the surrounding Riverside - San Bernardino metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Twentynine Palms is home to some 14,764 residents.

The People and Families of Twentynine Palms

In Twentynine Palms, about 55% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

The people of the city are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Twentynine Palms had a median family income of $32,251.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($3,205) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Twentynine Palms. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Twentynine Palms Housing

According to the 2000 census, 44% of the housing in Twentynine Palms was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. On average, homes in Twentynine Palms have gone up relatively recently. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city. In Twentynine Palms you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Twentynine Palms, 92% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Twentynine Palms strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State)	Top 4%
Affordability of Rents (vs. State)	Top 6%
Racial Diversity (vs. Peers)	Top 10%
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 15%

Comparative Profile of Twentynine Palms, CA

Comparing Twentynine Palms to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
People Living Alone

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Twentynine Palms Almanac

Twentynine Palms Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Twentynine Palms Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Twentynine Palms residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Nearby Cities and Towns

Twentynine Palms High Schools (2004)

YUCCA VALLEY HIGH
7600 SAGE
760-365-3391
Serves 1,513 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 23.5

TWENTYNINE PALMS HIGH
72750 WILDCAT WAY
760-367-9591
Serves 981 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 23.6

MONUMENT ALTERNATIVE/CONTINUAT
74748 MICHAELS ROAD
760-367-7273
A Non-traditional School
A Title I school.
Serves 84 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16.2

Twentynine Palms Colleges

(List of All California Colleges)

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