30 Miles Away Communities within a 30-minute drive

La Quinta, California

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Costco

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Overview

Situated in La Quinta, California, Costco functions as a key wholesale club serving the broader regional population. The wholesale retail destination plays a meaningful role in the area's commercial and civic landscape, anchoring a network of nearby communities. A closer look at the reachable population within 30 minutes reveals the reach and importance of this destination.

Population catchment

Approximately 371,422 residents live within a 30-minute drive of Costco, spread across 15 distinct incorporated communities. Indio, with a population of 89,137, is the dominant community in the catchment area, accounting for 24% of the reachable population. Following Indio, Cathedral City adds 51,493 residents, while Palm Desert contributes 51,163, broadening the demographic base of the area. This concentration highlights the demographic weight of the primary population center relative to smaller surrounding communities.

Regional dependence

Regional dependence is evident in the demographic profile surrounding Costco. With 8 of 15 communities registering populations under 10,000, many residents travel beyond their home communities for services available at or near Indio. Costco benefits from this travel pattern, serving as a practical destination for a dispersed population base across California.

Geographic interpretation

Geographically, the communities within 30 minutes of Costco form a urban corridor. Multiple communities exceed 10,000 residents, creating a densely populated corridor with significant commercial and residential activity. Indio dominates the population landscape, and the surrounding communities create a concentrated distribution. A median population of 8,244 among the catchment communities suggests that substantially smaller communities are the norm, with only a few larger population centers. This settlement pattern influences commuting behavior and access to regional destinations throughout California.

Identifiers: city · CDP

RankCommunityPopulation
1 Indio (city), CA89,137
2 Cathedral City (city), CA51,493
3 Palm Desert (city), CA51,163
4 Palm Springs (city), CA44,575
5 La Quinta (city), CA37,558
6 Desert Hot Springs (city), CA32,512
7 Rancho Mirage (city), CA16,999
8 Bermuda Dunes (CDP), CA8,244
9 Mecca (CDP), CA8,219
10 Thousand Palms (CDP), CA7,967
11 Garnet (CDP), CA7,118
12 Desert Palms (CDP), CA6,686
13 Oasis (CDP), CA4,468
14 Thermal (CDP), CA2,676
15 Vista Santa Rosa (CDP), CA2,607

Overview

Located in the California community of La Quinta, Costco Gasoline is a wholesale retail destination that serves a significant population base. The communities reachable within a 30-minute drive demonstrate the geographic and demographic scope of this location's influence. By examining these nearby incorporated places, we can better understand the role Costco Gasoline plays in the region.

Population catchment

The 30-minute driving radius around Costco Gasoline encompasses a combined population of approximately 338,910 residents across 14 incorporated communities. Indio leads as the most populous nearby community with 89,137 residents, representing roughly 26% of the total catchment population. Rounding out the top three are Cathedral City with 51,493 residents and Palm Desert with 51,163, providing further evidence of the population concentration near Costco Gasoline. Together, the top three communities account for a substantial share of the overall population base, underscoring the concentrated nature of the area's demographics.

Regional dependence

The relationship between the smaller towns and the larger communities near Costco Gasoline reflects a pattern of regional dependence typical in California. Of the 14 nearby communities, 8 have populations below 10,000, indicating that these residents likely rely on Indio and similar centers for goods and services. This dynamic reinforces the importance of Costco Gasoline as a regional destination.

Geographic interpretation

From a geographic perspective, the area surrounding Costco Gasoline can be characterized as urban. The presence of 6 communities above 10,000 residents reflects a mature metropolitan or suburban region with concentrated population. The presence of Indio as the dominant population center creates a concentrated pattern, with progressively smaller communities extending outward. The median community population in this catchment is 8,231, indicating that most communities are substantially smaller than the dominant center. Understanding this settlement structure helps contextualize the role of Costco Gasoline within the broader regional framework.

Identifiers: city · CDP

RankCommunityPopulation
1 Indio (city), CA89,137
2 Cathedral City (city), CA51,493
3 Palm Desert (city), CA51,163
4 Palm Springs (city), CA44,575
5 La Quinta (city), CA37,558
6 Rancho Mirage (city), CA16,999
7 Bermuda Dunes (CDP), CA8,244
8 Mecca (CDP), CA8,219
9 Thousand Palms (CDP), CA7,967
10 Garnet (CDP), CA7,118
11 Desert Palms (CDP), CA6,686
12 Oasis (CDP), CA4,468
13 Thermal (CDP), CA2,676
14 Vista Santa Rosa (CDP), CA2,607

Walmart

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Overview

Located in the California community of La Quinta, Walmart Supercenter is a major retail destination that serves a significant population base. The communities reachable within a 30-minute drive demonstrate the geographic and demographic scope of this location's influence. By examining these nearby incorporated places, we can better understand the role Walmart Supercenter plays in the region.

Population catchment

The 30-minute driving radius around Walmart Supercenter encompasses a combined population of approximately 339,958 residents across 15 incorporated communities. Indio leads as the most populous nearby community with 89,137 residents, representing roughly 26% of the total catchment population. Rounding out the top three are Cathedral City with 51,493 residents and Palm Desert with 51,163, providing further evidence of the population concentration near Walmart Supercenter. Together, the top three communities account for a substantial share of the overall population base, underscoring the concentrated nature of the area's demographics.

Regional dependence

The relationship between the smaller towns and the larger communities near Walmart Supercenter reflects a pattern of regional dependence typical in California. Of the 15 nearby communities, 9 have populations below 10,000, indicating that these residents likely rely on Indio and similar centers for goods and services. This dynamic reinforces the importance of Walmart Supercenter as a regional destination.

Geographic interpretation

From a geographic perspective, the area surrounding Walmart Supercenter can be characterized as urban. Several communities in the catchment surpass 10,000 people, pointing to a well-developed urban or suburban area with established infrastructure. The presence of Indio as the dominant population center creates a concentrated pattern, with progressively smaller communities extending outward. The median community population in this catchment is 8,219, indicating that most communities are substantially smaller than the dominant center. Understanding this settlement structure helps contextualize the role of Walmart Supercenter within the broader regional framework.

Identifiers: city · CDP

RankCommunityPopulation
1 Indio (city), CA89,137
2 Cathedral City (city), CA51,493
3 Palm Desert (city), CA51,163
4 Palm Springs (city), CA44,575
5 La Quinta (city), CA37,558
6 Rancho Mirage (city), CA16,999
7 Bermuda Dunes (CDP), CA8,244
8 Mecca (CDP), CA8,219
9 Thousand Palms (CDP), CA7,967
10 Garnet (CDP), CA7,118
11 Desert Palms (CDP), CA6,686
12 Oasis (CDP), CA4,468
13 Thermal (CDP), CA2,676
14 Vista Santa Rosa (CDP), CA2,607
15 Indio Hills (CDP), CA1,048