Thunderbird
Is Thunderbird a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Rancho Mirage, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe73
Medium25
Low37
Other630
92 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape19
Child involved66
Assault14
Other9
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews were dispatched to a possible breathing emergency near Grand Via in Palm Desert, with a truck and medic unit responding under RVC Command 12. | Gran Via, Palm Desert, CA 92260 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a hemorrhage medical incident occurred near Bob Hope Drive. Unit 33 and Medic 50 were assigned. | Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was made for back pain at Agua Caliente Casino near Bob Hope Drive, with responders accessing via the south door. | 32-250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible chest pain medical incident at a residence on Carlotta Drive in Palm Desert. | Carlotta Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a fall medical call prompted a response near Village Center Drive, involving Engine 55 and Medic 255. The location includes (number withheld). | Village Center Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92210 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, truck 33 was sent on an apparent false public assist call at a memory care unit near Monterey Avenue in Palm Desert. | 44-600 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 71 was dispatched to a possible residential alarm at a home on Links Drive in Palm Desert, using Command 12 and Tac 10 radio channels. | Links Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported breathing emergency at a civic center park on San Pablo Avenue. | Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported breathing problem at Civic Center Park near the pond in Palm Desert. | Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible heat exposure incident occurred inside the Daily Grill near El Paseo. A Bravo response was assigned. | General Manager, Louis Rowe, 73061 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,081,108
Average Rent
$2,204
Vacancy Rate
40.9%
Overview
Thunderbird is a rural neighborhood in Rancho Mirage, CA, with a median home price of $1,081,108 and average rent of $2,204, both moderate compared to California.
The area features small to medium single-family homes and townhomes mostly built between 1970 and 1999, with a high vacancy rate of 40.9%, often due to seasonal occupancy.
RuralModerate Home PricesSeasonal Vacancies
Quick Facts
| Rural Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Thunderbird offers a mix of owner-occupied and rental small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, mostly built 1970-1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed ownership and rental |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and townhomes |
| Housing Age | Many built 1970-1999; some 1940-1969 |
| Seasonal Occupancy | 37.7% |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancies are common, often due to seasonal use or possible abandonment.
Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, with some older homes.
Families & Lifestyle
Thunderbird is highly retiree-friendly with very low childhood poverty and a strong presence of sales and service workers.
The neighborhood offers peace, safety, and diverse housing appealing to retirees and working professionals.
Sales and service occupations dominate employment, reflecting the local economy.
Sales & Service Workers — 62.8% employed in sales and service occupations, higher than most neighborhoods.
Executive & Professional Residents — 44.2% employed in executive, management, and professional roles.
| Retiree-Friendly Rank | Top 4.3% in California |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive & Professional Share | 44.2% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Moderate, higher than 49.9% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakian Ancestry | 2.0% |
| Danish Ancestry | 5.1% |
| Foreign Born | 12.8% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Thunderbird offers manageable commute times with a majority driving alone, supporting a balanced lifestyle.
Short Commutes — 42.1% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Ownership — Car ownership is common and useful for commuting.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 75.5% |
Homes for sale near 92270
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$8,000,000
15 bd | 13 ba | 18,029 sqft
1 Saint Petersburg Ct
Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
$385,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,588 sqft
70260 Highway 111 Space 124
Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
$335,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,836 sqft
70260 Highway 111 Space 137
Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Thunderbird?
The median home price is $1,081,108, more expensive than 55.5% of California neighborhoods.
What is the childhood poverty rate?
The childhood poverty rate is 0.0%, lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 40.9%, higher than 97.8% of U.S. neighborhoods, often due to seasonal occupancy.