Indio California Map

About Indio, California

Indio is a locality in Riverside County, California, United States. With a population of 366,757, Indio is a major urban centre in California. The population density is 1055.0 people per km². Indio is located at 33.7206°N, 116.2156°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 92241.

Indio rests in a valley floor where the sun often casts a golden, almost palpable light upon the arid landscape. It lies 3.7 miles north-west of Coachella, CA (from Coachella, CA: bearing 319°T), and is situated 9.1 miles east of Palm Desert. Its history is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty coaxed from this desert soil, a testament to the ingenuity of those who first settled here, transforming arid expanses into flourishing fields of date palms and citrus groves. The economy of Indio continues to draw strength from these agricultural roots, while also embracing tourism and the vibrant entertainment industry that has come to define its modern identity. The very air here, often dry and carrying the scent of desert sage, hints at the vastness of the surrounding terrain, a place shaped by water's scarcity and the enduring resilience of life. The cultural character of Indio is perhaps best expressed through its lively festivals, drawing crowds from far and wide to experience its unique blend of music and revelry. A prominent landmark is the Empire Polo Club, a sprawling venue that hosts world-renowned music festivals, transforming the desert landscape into a temporary global gathering place. While Indio may not boast a major university within its immediate bounds, its proximity to institutions in the broader Coachella Valley offers educational opportunities, and the spirit of learning is present in the community's engagement with its heritage. The city's association with prominent musicians and artists who perform at its celebrated events has cemented Indio's reputation as a hub of cultural expression.

About This Indio Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Indio, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 33.720577, -116.215562. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Indio and Riverside County.

Detailed location data for Indio includes the ZIP code (92201), telephone area code (714), county seat of Riverside County (Riverside), and school district assignment (Desert Sands Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Indio is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.