Thermal, California
Quick Statistics
Thermal is a community in Riverside County, California, home to about 1,800 people spread across 9.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $19,598 a year, and a typical home is worth about $187,000. About 10.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 37 percent over the past decade.
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Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, Thermal ranks number 922 of 1,570 in population, number 1,321 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Thermal typically top out near 106°F in July, while January nights average about 47°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Coachella, CA | 4.5 mi. | 43,307 |
| 2. | Vista Santa Rosa, CA | 4.5 mi. | 2,333 |
| 3. | Mecca, CA | 5.1 mi. | 7,184 |
| 4. | Oasis, CA | 6.8 mi. | 4,051 |
| 5. | La Quinta, CA | 8.4 mi. | 38,707 |
| 6. | Indio, CA | 9.5 mi. | 91,950 |
| 7. | Bermuda Dunes, CA | 12.1 mi. | 7,971 |
| 8. | Indian Wells, CA | 12.5 mi. | 4,871 |
What is the population of Thermal, California?
Thermal has a population of about 1,800 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Thermal, California in?
Thermal is located in Riverside County, California.
What is the median home value in Thermal, California?
The median home value in Thermal is about $187,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Thermal, California?
The median personal income in Thermal is about $19,598 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Thermal, California?
Since 1950, 27 tornadoes have been recorded in Riverside County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Thermal, California?
Typical July highs run about 106 degrees and January lows about 47 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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