Alameda, Cathedral City

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Alameda is a quiet, suburban neighborhood in Cathedral City characterized by high walkability and strong health insurance coverage among its residents. While the area offers convenient access to essential services and green spaces, it experiences moderate noise levels due to nearby road traffic.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyHighly WalkableStandard Suburban LayoutModerate Dog FriendlinessSemi-Rural CharacterBalanced Suburban EnergyHigh Noise LevelsClean AirMinimal Industrial PresenceModerate CoverageStrongly LiberalMixed Age DemographicsHigh Flood Risk
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About Alameda

Alameda is a primarily residential area in Cathedral City that balances suburban living with proximity to local amenities. The neighborhood features a mix of established housing, quiet streets, and accessible green spaces, providing a stable environment for its residents. While it maintains a low-key atmosphere with limited commercial activity, the area benefits from good air quality and a relatively high level of walkability compared to the rest of the city.

Prospective residents should note that the neighborhood experiences moderate noise levels from local road traffic, which impacts acoustic comfort. While the area is well-suited for those prioritizing health coverage and a quiet lifestyle, it lacks a vibrant social scene or dense commercial corridor. The neighborhood is served by the Palm Springs Unified School District, and while it offers excellent flood safety, residents should be aware of the regional fire risk profile.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 5.1 out of 10

Residential structures feature small setbacks and close proximity to neighbors, resulting in a level of privacy that is slightly lower than the Cathedral City average.

Ranked #9 in Cathedral City →
Walkability
Score: 8.2 out of 10

Sidewalks and marked crosswalks are available along most residential streets and main arterials. This area offers a level of pedestrian accessibility that is comparable to the rest of Cathedral City.

Ranked #6 in Cathedral City →
Visual Appeal
Score: 6.3 out of 10

Uniform tract housing and dense building footprints characterize the area, which offers slightly less visual variety than the average for Cathedral City. Many properties include private pools, though yards and lot sizes tend to be modest.

Ranked #8 in Cathedral City →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 6.2 out of 10

Access to a central public park with ball fields and sidewalks throughout the area provides consistent opportunities for pet walking. According to iHuus data, these amenities make the neighborhood slightly more pet-friendly than the rest of Cathedral City.

Ranked #5 in Cathedral City →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.7 out of 10

Open land and scattered homes create a more open feel than much of the city. According to iHuus data, the area maintains a semi-rural atmosphere that is slightly less dense than the Cathedral City average.

Ranked #8 in Cathedral City →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 5.9 out of 10

A diverse mix of social hubs and dining options provides a more active atmosphere than the typical Cathedral City neighborhood. While some areas feature lively commercial clusters, other pockets remain quiet and residential with limited local business access.

Ranked #3 in Cathedral City →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 2.5 out of 10

Persistent noise from nearby transit corridors and infrastructure is a notable characteristic here. According to iHuus data, acoustic comfort in Alameda is lower than the Cathedral City average.

Ranked #6 in Cathedral City →
Air Quality
Score: 8.1 out of 10

Air quality in Alameda is consistently good with very few instances of elevated pollutant levels. This rating is slightly below the Cathedral City average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #4 in Cathedral City →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 9 out of 10

Industrial activity and large warehouses are virtually absent, providing a predominantly residential environment. While some light commercial traffic exists on the edges, the area remains slightly more industrial than the average Cathedral City neighborhood according to iHuus data.

Ranked #9 in Cathedral City →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 6.4 out of 10

Health insurance accessibility is slightly lower than the average for Cathedral City, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #6 in Cathedral City →
Ideological Lean
Score: 9.6 out of 10

Voting patterns and census indicators show a predominantly liberal leaning that is slightly more pronounced than the Cathedral City average.

Ranked #3 in Cathedral City →
Population Age Profile
Score: 5 out of 10

Residents live alongside a diverse blend of young adults, families, and seniors. This age distribution is slightly more varied than the typical profile found across Cathedral City, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #6 in Cathedral City →
Flood Safety
Score: 2.5 out of 10

Significant flood risk exists within this area because it sits inside a designated 100-year floodplain. According to iHuus data, the risk level in Alameda is notably higher than the average for Cathedral City, which may necessitate flood insurance.

Ranked #7 in Cathedral City →

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Walkabilityavg 8.27
Score: 8.2 out of 10
Score: 6.7 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 3.4
Score: 2.5 out of 10
Score: 4.1 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.69
Score: 5.1 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 7.25
Score: 6.3 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.06
Score: 6.2 out of 10
Score: 5.7 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 7.04
Score: 6.7 out of 10
Score: 7.7 out of 10
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 5.24
Score: 5.9 out of 10
Score: 5.5 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.86
Score: 6.4 out of 10
Score: 8.1 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 8.31
Score: 8.1 out of 10
Score: 8.5 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 9.61
Score: 9 out of 10
Score: 10 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 3.61
Score: 2.5 out of 10
Score: 3.1 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 9.38
Score: 9.6 out of 10
Score: 9.8 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 5.58
Score: 5 out of 10
Score: 5.8 out of 10
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Fire Safetyavg 0.17
Score: not available
Score: 1.9 out of 10
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School Quality
Score: not available
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alameda a walkable neighborhood?
Yes, Alameda is notably walkable for a suburban area, allowing residents to reach essential local services and green spaces on foot.
What is the noise level like in Alameda?
The neighborhood experiences moderate noise levels, averaging 58 decibels, primarily due to road traffic from nearby thoroughfares.
How are the schools in the Alameda area?
Alameda is served by the Palm Springs Unified School District, with local students typically attending Cathedral City High School, which currently holds a mid-range performance rating.

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