Indio, California

Indio: A city in Riverside County, California.

About

Indio is a city located in the county of Riverside in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 76,036. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 91,919 inhabitants.

The city was created 153 years ago in 1872.

Indio is located in the Coachella Valley region of Southern California's Riverside County. It was founded in 1876 and incorporated in 1930. Agriculture has historically been important to Indio's economy.

Key Facts About Indio

Population: Approximately 89,000 as of 2019

Economy: Major employers include Coachella Valley Unified School District, Ikea, and John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital. Agriculture and tourism are also important industries.

Geography: Indio is located on the eastern side of the Coachella Valley. It sits near the San Andreas Fault line. The valley has a hot, dry climate ideal for date farming.

Things to Do in Indio

Some highlights for visitors to Indio include:

  • Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival - One of the world's largest music festivals, held annually in Indio.
  • Date Festival and Riverside County Fair - Annual event centered on Indio's date agriculture, with carnival rides and food.
  • Shields Date Garden - Retail store and cafe offering date products, guided orchard tours, and a date museum.
  • Indio Performing Arts Center - Modern theater that hosts concerts, comedy acts, and live performances.
  • Indian Wells Golf Resort - High-end golf destination with several championship courses and resort amenities.

In summary, Indio is an inland desert community focused around agriculture, events, and recreation in the Coachella Valley region.

Indio locator map
Location of Indio on California map.

Quick Facts about Indio

Population 91,919 (2020)
Country United States of America
State California (United States)
County Riverside County
Postal code 92201–92203
Water as percent of area 0.03%
Land as percent of area 99.97%
Latitude & Longitude 33.7207,-116.2168
Altitude 13 feet / 4 meters
Establishment January 01, 1873 (153 years ago)
Time Zone America/Los_Angeles
Local time 19:41:00 (22nd April 2026)
Population growth 17.28% (2010-2020)
Weather 56℉ Areas Of Blowing Dust then Mostly Clear 7-days weather
Sniff%27s Date Shop  National Date Festival postcard '1950s' image
Sniff%27s Date Shop National Date Festival postcard '1950s' image

Geography

Indio is located at 33°43'15"N 116°13'0"W (33.7207000, -116.2167700).

Indio map

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Weather

56°F
Areas Of Blowing Dust then Mostly Clear
5 to 20 mph NW Tuesday Night

Areas of blowing dust before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Northwest wind 5 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.

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Official website of Indio

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Demographics

The population of Indio increased by 17.28% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 76,036 - census
2011 81,046 6.18% estimation process
2012 82,250 1.46% estimation process
2013 83,358 1.33% estimation process
2014 85,127 2.08% estimation process
2015 86,917 2.06% estimation process
2016 88,196 1.45% estimation process
2017 89,438 1.39% estimation process
2018 90,970 1.68% estimation process
2019 91,765 0.87% estimation process
2020 91,919 0.17% estimation process
Indio zip code is 92201. County name: Riverside, County fips: 06065
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Best Things to Do in Indio

1Fantasy Springs Resort Casino

Rating: 4.3 (9400)

84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy, Indio, CA 92203, United States View details

Phone: +17603425000 | Website available

Where to Eat in Indio

1Quality Inn & Suites Indio I-10

Rating: 4 (667)

84096 Indio Springs Pkwy, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603426344 | Website available

Where to Stay in Indio

1WorldMark Indio

Rating: 4.5 (2384)

42-151 WorldMark Way, Indio, CA 92203, United States View details

Phone: +17603421040 | Website available

2Indian Palms Country Club & Resort

Rating: 4.3 (1421)

48630 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17607754444 | Website available

3Fantasy Springs Resort Hotel

Rating: 4.5 (1282)

84245 Indio Springs Pkwy, Indio, CA 92203, United States View details

Phone: +18008272946 | Website available

4Motel 6 Indio, CA - Palm Springs

Rating: 3.4 (1234)

82195 Indio Blvd, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17602237131 | Website available

5Best Western Date Tree Hotel

Rating: 4.3 (707)

81909 Indio Blvd, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603473421 | Website available

Services and Civic Places in Indio

1Indio City Hall

Rating: 5 (5)

100 Civic Center Mall, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603914000 | Website available

2Indio City Clerk

100 Civic Center Mall, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603914006 | Website available

3Indio City Finance & Treasurer

100 Civic Center Mall, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603914115 | Website available

4Indio City Business Licenses

100 Civic Center Mall, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603914197 | Website available

5City of Indio Human Resources

100 Civic Center Mall, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603914066 | Website available

6Indio City Council

100 Civic Center Mall, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603914015 | Website available

7City of Indio Special Events

45250 Smurr St, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603914175 | Website available

8Riverside Weights & Measures

81077 Indio Blvd # K, Indio, CA 92201, United States View details

Phone: +17603425070 | Website available

People born in Indio (16)

People born in Indio, including actress Vanessa Marcil, basketball coach Stan Van Gundy, voice actress Debi Derryberry, .

More notable people

  • John Long (American rock climber and author) he was born in 21/07/1953
  • Johnathan Ingram (Player of American football) he was born in 20/09/1980
  • Oscar Lua (American football player) he was born in 09/05/1984
  • Randy Caballero (American boxer) he was born in 27/09/1990
  • Tony Reagins (American baseball executive) he was born in 11/03/1967
  • V. Manuel Perez (American politician) he was born in 18/06/1973
  • Enrique Cardenas (American soccer player) he was born in 05/08/1991
  • Eduardo Garcia (Member of the California State Assembly) he was born in 04/02/1977
  • Lincoln A. Castellanos (American actor and television actor) he was born in 20/08/1988
  • Ella Knox (American movie actress) she was born in 12/05/1993
  • Charles Tribble (American wrestler) he was born in 01/01/1942
  • Derrick Krantz (American MMA fighter) he was born in 13/01/1988
  • John C. Hinderaker (American judge) he was born in 01/01/1968

Nearby Schools and Colleges

Schools and campuses linked to Indio, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.

Code Name City ZIP
381255 CET-Coachella Coachella (CA) 92236
449393 Coachella Valley Beauty College La Quinta (CA) 92253
460516 Milan Institute of Cosmetology-La Quinta La Quinta (CA) 92253
442657 Milan Institute-Palm Desert Palm Desert (CA) 92211
113573 College of the Desert Palm Desert (CA) 92260

Nearby Transit Stations (14)

Rail and bus stations connected to Indio, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.

Code Name Address Type
IDO Indio, California NE Corner Hywy-111 and Monroe Street BUS
LQT La Quinta, CA 78822 Highway 111 BUS
PDC Palm Desert, CA 44449 Towne Center Way BUS
PSP Palm Springs (Buses), California 3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way BUS
PSS Palm Springs Downtown, CA 190 North Indian Canyon Drive BUS

Closest post offices linked to Indio.

Post Office Name City ZIP
Ind Post Office Indio (CA) 92201
Coachella Post Office Coachella (CA) 92236
La Quinta Post Office La Quinta (CA) 92253
Cov Post Office La Quinta (CA) 92253
Thermal Post Office Thermal (CA) 92274

Other cities in Riverside County

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City Name Population Title
Riverside 330,786 The most populous city in Riverside County, California and the center of the Riverside metropolitan area.
Moreno Valley 212,349 The fifth most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Corona 170,996 The second most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Murrieta 116,522 The most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Temecula 113,878 The most populous city in southwestern Riverside County, California.
Jurupa Valley 109,745 The most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Menifee 97,675 The most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Hemet 85,161 A city in Riverside County, California.
Perris 79,011 The second most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Lake Elsinore 65,867 The most populous city in Lake County, California.
Cathedral City 55,007 A city in Riverside County, California.
Palm Desert 53,524 A city in Riverside County, California.
Beaumont 51,449 A city in San Bernardino County, California.
San Jacinto 51,122 Town in Riverside County, California, USA
Palm Springs 48,929 A city in Riverside County, California.
Coachella 46,564 A city in Riverside County, California.

Distance to Other Cities

Indio distances to largest California cities