Desert Fountains Apartment Homes Neighborhood, Palm Desert

Last updated: June 14, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Summary: Desert Fountains Apartment Homes, Palm Desert Crime Rate (2026)

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes in Palm Desert, CA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 14, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 167 / 300 High
Violent Crime 140
40% above national avg
Property Crime 175
75% above national avg

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Is Desert Fountains Apartment Homes Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood has good safety. Desert Fountains Apartment Homes in Palm Desert, CA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Palm Desert average (crime index 173), Desert Fountains Apartment Homes is 6% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 184, 84% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 54). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 184 (84% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 54 (46% below avg)

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Palm Desert city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
154 +54% High
Assault
176 +76% High
Robbery
175 +75% High
Rape
54 -46% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
184 +84% High
Larceny / Theft
183 +83% High
Vehicle Theft
157 +57% High

How Desert Fountains Apartment Homes Compares

Crime index by category: Desert Fountains Apartment Homes vs Palm Desert average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Desert Fountains Apartment Homes Demographics & Context

Population
59
Median Income
$59,364
Home Value
$288,928
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
2,078/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.8%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

44%
56%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.7%
Black 4.9%
Hispanic 33%
Asian 4.6%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Palma Village Groves Index: 147
B-
Pele Place Index: 192
A
South Palm Desert Index: 180
A
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Desert Fountains Apartment Homes, Palm Desert?

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes in Palm Desert, CA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average. Compared to the Palm Desert average, crime in Desert Fountains Apartment Homes is 6% lower.

Is Desert Fountains Apartment Homes a safe neighborhood in Palm Desert?

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Palm Desert, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 184), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 54).

How does Desert Fountains Apartment Homes compare to the rest of Palm Desert?

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes's overall crime index is 167, compared to the Palm Desert average of 173. This means crime in Desert Fountains Apartment Homes is 6% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 140, and for property crime it is 175. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Desert Fountains Apartment Homes?

The most prevalent crime type in Desert Fountains Apartment Homes is Burglary, with a crime index of 184 (84% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Desert Fountains Apartment Homes?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Palma Village Groves, Pele Place and South Palm Desert. These areas are close to Desert Fountains Apartment Homes and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Desert Fountains Apartment Homes?

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes has a population of approximately 59. The median household income is $59,364. The median home value is $288,928. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Desert Fountains Apartment Homes crime compare to the national average?

Desert Fountains Apartment Homes's overall crime rate is 67% above the national average (index 167 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated June 2026.