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El Centro, CA

California · Imperial County · El Centro Metro

El Centro is a mid-size city in California with a population of 44,186. Residents earn $56,093 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
44,186 Population 3,646/sq mi density
$56,093 Median Income $23,781 per capita
$291,100 Home Value $376,990 Zillow
$992 Median Rent 30.4% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
323 Violent Crime/100K 2,673 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$56,093 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$291,100 home value, $992/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
323 violent crimes/100K (15% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,093
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $291,100
3% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 323/100K
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $992
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

How El Centro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population44,186
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density3,646/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,093
Per Capita$23,781
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$12,907M
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$291,100
Rent$992
Ownership50.0%
Zillow$376,990
Housing Units13,958
Rent Burden30.4%

Crime

F
Violent323/100K
Property2,673/100K
Murder6.8/100K
Assault203/100K
Burglary515/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured21.9%
Smoking13.1%
Depression20.6%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain2.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation-36 ft (-11 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+73.5%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score4.07

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Broadband92.6%
EV Stations11
Libraries12

Is El Centro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Centro receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. El Centro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Centro is $56,093, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Centro is $291,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in El Centro is below the national average at 323 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,673 per 100,000, 36% above the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.

Climate & Weather

El Centro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

El Centro has a population of 44,186 with a density of 3,646 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (24.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 4.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 23.8% of residents, while 76.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

44,186
Total Population
3,646
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Centro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 23.8%
70% below US avg
Spanish 76.2%
469% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Centro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Centro is $56,093, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,781 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,051, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,795 business establishments, including 280 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: El Centro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,093
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,781
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$50,076
Gini Index0.459 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,795
County GDP$12,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare322
Retail429
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in El Centro is $291,100, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,990, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 50.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 13,958 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $4,268 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,100
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$376,990
Median List Price$380,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$380,000
$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops9.5%
Inventory42

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,558
Rent Burden30.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Homeownership50.0%
Owner-Occupied50.0%
Renter-Occupied50.0%
Housing Units13,958
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In El Centro, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 32.1% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 15.8% report binge drinking. 35.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.6% report depression. 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 21.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,997. The dentist ratio is 1:3,081. 81.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)

PM2.5
7.7
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
26.9
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
5.9
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
116.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.1
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
124.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: El Centro vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.5%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured21.9%
155% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,997
Dentists1:3,081
Mental Health1:487
Checkup Rate68.9%
Dental Visits49.6%
Premature Death8,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities322
El Centro has a violent crime rate of 323 per 100,000 residents, 15% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 203.2 per 100,000, robbery at 92.5, rape at 20.3. The murder rate is 6.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,673 per 100,000, 36% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,943, burglary at 515, vehicle theft at 214 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 36 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, El Centro receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: El Centro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent322.8/100K
15% below US avg
Murder6.8/100K
7% above US avg
Rape20.3/100K
Robbery92.5/100K
Assault203.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,672.5/100K
36% above US avg
Burglary514.6/100K
Theft1,943.4/100K
Vehicle Theft214.4/100K
Arson15.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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El Centro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 2.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of -36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation-36 ft (-11 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density3,646/sq mi
Coordinates32.7864°N, 115.5602°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyImperial County County
Nearest AirportCalexico International (CXL)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 2.5"
93% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 0.43"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0502 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)13.9 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.52 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.25 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability85.2 / 100
Community Resilience2.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively High
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave No Rating
Landslide Very Low
Volcano Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

12,078 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 15, 2025.

Apr 4, 2010 The 2010 Sierra El Mayor, B.C., Mexico Earthquake M7.2 61 km
Apr 23, 1992 The 1992 Joshua Tree, California Earthquake M6.1 148 km
Dec 30, 2009 12km N of Delta, B.C., MX M5.8 50 km
Jun 15, 2010 8km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M5.7 34 km
Feb 22, 2002 13km WSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.7 57 km
Dec 8, 2001 22km S of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.7 102 km
Apr 4, 2010 12km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.7 90 km
Apr 4, 2010 9km SW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 61 km
Jul 7, 2010 20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA M5.4 110 km
Aug 26, 2012 4km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.4 26 km
Apr 4, 2010 12km WNW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.4 63 km
May 24, 2006 6km SSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 62 km
Dec 3, 1991 71km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 117 km
Aug 26, 2012 5km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.3 26 km
Apr 8, 2010 12km SW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.3 74 km
Mar 23, 1994 35km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 131 km
Apr 4, 2010 15km SSW of Progreso, B.C., MX M5.3 38 km
Jun 5, 2021 11km W of Calipatria, CA M5.3 40 km
Apr 5, 2010 27km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.2 98 km
Apr 14, 2025 5 km S of Julian, CA M5.2 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

12 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 29, 1993 EF1 7 km 0
Sep 22, 1987 EF1 97 km 0
Sep 13, 1966 EF1 83 km 0
Jul 5, 1965 EF1 87 km 0
Aug 30, 2000 EF0 52 km 0
Jul 12, 1999 EF0 92 km 0
Sep 24, 1997 EF0 10 km 0
May 20, 1997 EF0 84 km 0
May 5, 1992 EF0 7 km 0
Sep 18, 1985 EF0 89 km 0
Jun 7, 1972 EF0 74 km 0
Jul 5, 1965 EF0 68 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (46 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Salton Buttes Lava dome(s) -40 m (-131 ft) 210 46 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HORSE (16,659 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 HORSE 16,659 99 km
2012 WILSON 12,048 95 km
2012 STEWART 9,501 96 km
2016 BORDER 3 7,958 97 km
2013 CHARIOT 7,250 85 km
1995 BUTTERFIELD 7,165 83 km
2021 SOUTHERN 5,525 87 km
2012 BANNER 5,371 88 km
2012 BORDER 6 5,301 70 km
2007 INKOPAH 5,037 51 km
2006 CIBOLA 4,703 100 km
1989 THING 2 4,650 78 km
1999 LAGUNA 100 4,586 80 km
2011 THREE SLASHES 4,581 97 km
2001 BELL 3,700 99 km
1999 SHOCKEY 3,522 82 km
2013 FELIPE 2,961 99 km
2012 SHOCKEY 2,667 75 km
2007 PINE 2,302 91 km
2011 GREAT 2,261 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
July 93°F (34°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 90°F (32°C) 0.4 in
September 85°F (29°C) 0.3 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Wettest

El Centro has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 55°F in December to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.4") and May the driest (0.0").

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El Centro is located in Imperial County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 15.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.1% of the vote, a 0.9-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 322 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+73.5%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score4.07
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density3,646/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi
CountyImperial County County

Services

Broadband Access92.6%
Avg Download Speed80.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations16
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities322
Restaurants280
Retail Stores429

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%
Average costs for common services in El Centro. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit $387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit $221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit $2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning $144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling $277 ($166–$443)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement $332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation $44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4) $664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement $221 ($111–$387)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour) $100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair $443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair $1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested) $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation $554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut $61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full) $166 ($83–$277)
Manicure $28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure $44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour) $89 ($55–$144)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb) $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb) $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly) $77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly) $94 ($55–$166)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual) $111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal $33 ($17–$83)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly) $443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming $66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter $332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter $221 ($111–$443)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$960
Toddler$760
Preschool$698
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$821
Toddler$801
Preschool$778
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Imperial County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 11,067 6,881 $34,025 1.15
Retail Trade 8,192 444 $35,892 1.22
Accommodation & Food Services 4,228 262 $28,015 0.69
Manufacturing 2,197 68 $64,041 0.40
Administrative & Waste Services 2,064 138 $49,646 0.52
Transportation & Warehousing 1,967 255 $58,577 0.69
Wholesale Trade 1,757 198 $72,062 0.66
Construction 1,719 193 $66,705 0.49
Professional & Technical Services 1,036 188 $62,117 0.22
Other Services 1,013 207 $42,969 0.50
Finance & Insurance 626 110 $60,066 0.23
Utilities 548 14 $126,911 2.15
Real Estate 541 166 $50,546 0.52
Educational Services 232 22 $32,487 0.17
Information & Technology 212 24 $55,799 0.17
Arts & Entertainment 176 19 $23,878 0.16
Management of Companies 124 6 $81,663 0.11
Unclassified 20 6 $19,290 0.21

Colleges & Universities in El Centro

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
CET-El Centro Private Non-Profit · Certificate 263 — — —

Hospitals in El Centro

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
EL CENTRO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Acute Care Hospitals 1/5 Yes (760) 339-7100

Schools in El Centro

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central Union High High 1,957 96 20.4:1
Southwest High High 1,889 92 20.5:1
McCabe Elementary Elementary 1,209 48 25.2:1
Wilson Jr. High Middle 630 32 19.7:1
Harding Elementary Elementary 551 23 24.0:1
De Anza Magnet Elementary 509 20 25.5:1
Margaret Hedrick Elementary Elementary 480 21 22.9:1
McKinley Elementary Elementary 459 18 25.5:1
Kennedy Middle Middle 459 23 20.0:1
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Elementary 433 17 25.5:1
Lincoln Elementary Elementary 421 19 22.2:1
Desert Garden Elementary Elementary 412 17 24.2:1
Sunflower Elementary Elementary 410 15 27.3:1
Meadows Elementary Elementary 384 20 19.2:1
Washington Elementary Elementary 357 16 22.3:1
Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (Charter) Elementary 238 11 21.6:1
Imperial Pathways Charter (Charter) High 206 7 29.4:1
Imperial Valley Home School Academy (Charter) Elementary 135 4 33.8:1
El Centro District Wide Preschool — — — —
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Radio Stations near El Centro

55 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Café Romántico Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.caferomanticoradio.com - Grupo Digital Radioland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 80s en español, café romántico radio AAC 96 kbps
Cumbias Inmortales Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.cumbiasinmortales.com - Grupo Digital Retroland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) clásicos, clásicos en español AAC 96 kbps
La Ranchera de Monterrey - 1050 AM - XEG-AM - Núcleo Radio Monterrey - Monterrey, NL (MX) 1050, 1050 am MP3 128 kbps
Estrellas de los 80s Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.estrellasdelos80s.com - Grupo Digital Radioland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 1980s, 80s AAC 96 kbps
Oldies Internet Radio - Online - www.oldiesinternetradio.com - Grupo Digital Retroland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps
BANDA 93.3 (Monterrey) - 93.3 FM - XHQQ-FM - Grupo Radio Centro - Monterrey, NL (MX) 93.3, 93.3 fm AAC+ 32 kbps
LA KEBUENA 101.3 (Mexicali) - 101.3 FM - XHABCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) 101.3 fm, 820 am MP3 224 kbps
LA PODEROSA 96.9 (Mexicali) - 96.9 FM - XHMUG-FM - Radiorama Mexicali - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) 96.9 fm, all-time-classics AAC+ 64 kbps
La Lupe 105.3 FM Monterrey (MX) adult hits, baladas en español AAC 93 kbps
Oldies Internet Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.oldiesinternetradio.com - Grupo Digital Retroland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps
PREMIER 91.7 (Monterrey) - 91.7 FM - XHXL-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) 91.7, 91.7 fm AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC Deportes (Monterrey) - 92.1 FM / 660 AM - XHGBO-FM / XEFZ-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - General Bravo / Monterrey, NL (MX) 92.1, 92.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
Amor Monterrey - 90.9 FM - XHOK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Monterrey, NL (MX) 90.9, 90.9 fm AAC+ 48 kbps
BUENISIIMA 850 (Mexicali) - 850 AM - XEZF-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) 850 am, am MP3 64 kbps
LA GRAN D 1050 (Mexicali) - 1050 AM - XED-AM - Radio Cadena Enciso - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) 1050 am, am MP3
Zona grupera (MX) grupera, regional MP3 128 kbps
Banda 93.3 (Monterrey) - 93.3 FM - XHQQ-FM - Grupo Radio Centro - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 93.3 fm, banda AAC+ 32 kbps
+Acceso Total (Mexicali) - Online - www.eltoquefm.com - El Toque FM - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) acceso total, américa MP3 320 kbps
BUENISIIMA (Mexicali) - 850 AM - XEZF-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) 850 am, am MP3 64 kbps
La Mejor Monterrey - 92.5 FM - XHSRO-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, NL (MX) 92.5, 92.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
XEH-AM 1420 "La H" Monterrey, NL (MX) latin music, mexican music AAC+ 32 kbps
La Caliente 94.1 FM Monterrey (MX) banda, banda norteña AAC 93 kbps
Radio fórmula (Monterrey) - 1230 AM [Monterrey, Nuevo León] (MX) music, news AAC
XEH 1420 - Antologia Vallenata (MX) cumbias, vallenato AAC+ 32 kbps
Antología Vallenata, XEH 14-20 (Monterrey) - 1420 AM - XEH-AM - Grupo Radio Centro - Monterrey, NL (MX) 1420, 1420 am AAC+ 32 kbps
ABC Noticias (Monterrey) - 570 AM - XEBJB-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) 570, 570 am MP3 128 kbps
D99 98.9 FM Monterrey (MX) adult contemporary, charts AAC 93 kbps
Digital 102-9 (Monterrey) - 102.9 FM - XHMG-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) 102.9, 102.9 fm AAC+ 48 kbps
Milenio Radio 103.7 FM HD2 Monterrey (MX) 70s, 80s AAC 93 kbps
Classic 106.9 FM Monterrey (MX) 70s, 80s AAC 93 kbps
La Gran AW 101.3 FM Monterrey (MX) baladas, baladas en español AAC 93 kbps
Radio Cachanilla (MX) adult contemporary, pop MP3
Globo 101.9 (Mexicali) - 101.9 FM - XHPF-FM - MVS Radio - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) 101.9 fm, adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
La Gran AW 1280 AM Monterrey (MX) baladas, baladas en español AAC 93 kbps
RG La Deportiva 690 AM/92.9 FM Monterrey (MX) debates y deportes, deportes AAC 93 kbps
TKR 1480 AM Monterrey (MX) grupera, grupero AAC 93 kbps
W RADIO 940 (Mexicali) - 940 AM - XEMMM-AM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) 940 am, am MP3 128 kbps
Radio Recuerdo 860 AM Monterrey (MX) baladas, baladas en español AAC 93 kbps
Exa FM Monterrey - 97.3 FM - XHSR-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 97.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio fórmula (Monterrey) - 770 AM [Monterrey, Nuevo León] (MX) music, news AAC
Radio fórmula (Monterrey) - 89.3 FM [Monterrey, Nuevo León] (MX) music, news AAC
Radio Fórmula (Monterrey) - 89.3 FM - XHMON-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 89.3 fm, entretenimiento AAC
La T Grande 990 Monterrey (MX) gruperas del recuerdo, la t grande AAC 93 kbps
Milenio Noticias 1090 AM Monterrey (MX) información, information AAC 93 kbps
Hits 106.1 FM Monterrey (MX) baladas en español, hits AAC 93 kbps
FM Globo Monterrey - 88.1 FM - XHJM-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, NL (MX) 88.1, 88.1 fm MP3 96 kbps
La Ke Buena Monterrey - 103.7 FM - XHFMTU-FM - Multimedios Radio - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 103.7 fm, américa AAC 130 kbps
ABC NOTICIAS - 1310 AM - XEVB-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 1310 am, abc noticias AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio UDEM (Monterrey) - 90.5 FM - XHUDEM-FM - Universidad de Monterrey - Monterrey, NL (MX) 90.5, 90.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
FM Globo Monterrey - 88.1 FM - XHJM-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 88.1 fm, adult hits MP3 96 kbps
Radio Esperanza (Monterrey) - 1140 AM - XEMR-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Apodaca / Monterrey, NL (MX) 1140, 1140 am MP3 128 kbps
Génesis 98.1 (Monterrey) - 98.1 FM - XHRL-FM - Núcleo Radio Monterrey - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Imagen radio (Monterrey) - 107.7 FM [San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León] (MX) music, news MP3 128 kbps
La Sabrosita (Monterrey) - 95.7 FM - XHRK-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) 95.7, 95.7 fm AAC+ 48 kbps
KY Monterrey 104.5 FM (MX) grupo audiorama comunicaciones, ky MP3 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near El Centro

4 campgrounds found near El Centro.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Cabañas Bonanza — — Free
Gecko Campground — — Free
Keyhole Campground — — Free
Roadrunner Campground — — Free

National Parks Near El Centro

7 national parks and monuments found near El Centro.

ParkTypeFee
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park State Park Free
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park State Park Free
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park State Park Free
Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area Free
Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (Limited Use) Free
Parque Nacional Constitución de 1857 Free
Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park State Park Free

Museums in El Centro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
JUANITA SALAZAR LOWE GALLERYART MUSEUM$697,830
IMPERIAL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7603523211$305,220
CALEXICO CULTURAL ARTSART MUSEUM7607682170$10
IMPERIAL VALLEY PIONEERS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7603523211
STEPPLING ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
Casa de la Cultura Progreso
ICC museo UABC
Museo del Agua CESPM
Museo Wok
Sol del Niño

Libraries in El Centro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CAMARENA MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY850 ENCINAS AVE.0.098,603
EL CENTRO PUBLIC LIBRARY1140 N. IMPERIAL AVE.0.082,411
BRAWLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY400 MAIN ST.0.064,920
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY1125 W. MAIN STREET0.044,318
IMPERIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY200 W. NINTH ST.0.025,787
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Facultad de medicina0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Jorge Charles Piña0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Jorge Charles Piña0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Jorge Charles Piña0.0
Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal0.0
Biblioteca UABC0.0
Biblioteca UABC0.0
Biblioteca UABC0.0
Libreria Universitaria0.0
Libreria Universitaria0.0
Meyibo0.0

Farmers Markets in El Centro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
BAJA FRESH MARKET
Calexico Farmers Market850 Encinas Avenue11/22/2014 to 04/18/2015Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
MERCADO ZUEMY
MERCADO ZUEMY
MERCADO ZUEMY
mexicali califonira market
mexicali califonira market
Neighborhood House Farmers Market201 3rd Street 09/14/2013 to 12/14/2013Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Tianguis Las Palmas

Hotels in El Centro

12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western
Comfort Inn
Crown Motel El Centro
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express
Home2 Suites by Hilton El Centro
Super Star Inn
The Mayan
TownePlace Suites El Centro
Travelodge El Centro
Villa Ocotillo

Restaurants in El Centro

33 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antojitos Como en Casa
Buffalo Wild Wings
Burgers n Beer
Celia's
Chili's
China Palace Steakhouse
Chuck E. Cheese
Cilantros
Denny's
Exotic Thai Bistro
Famous Dave's
Flautas & Sopes
Fortune House
IHOP
Jaliscos
Johnny Carino's
Kennedy's Taco
kyoto
La Fonda
Las Palmitas Taco Shop
Lettys Casita
Los Cabos
Lucky Chinese Resturant
Mahs Kitchen
Mirage Bar & Grill
Olive Garden
Pizza Hut
Rigobertos Taco Shop
Sizzler
Sobe's
Sombreros
Sushi Park
Tacos Marlyn

Cafes in El Centro

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Donut Shop
Donut Shop
Dutch Bros. Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
State Street Coffeehouse
Willies Donuts

Clinics in El Centro

7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinica De Salud Del Pueblo
El Centro Health Department
Methadone Clinic
Planned Parenthood
US #1456558288
US #602686731
US #606453901

Dentists in El Centro

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Centro Dental
US #599023320
Western Dental

Veterinaries in El Centro

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Centro Animal Clinic

Bus Stations in El Centro

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Centro Regional Transfer Terminal
US #601764475

Gas Stations in El Centro

16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
7-Eleven
7-Eleven
7-Eleven
7-Eleven
76
Arco
Arco
Chevron
Chevron
Costco Gasoline
Fillco
Shell
Shell
Speedway
USA

Banks in El Centro

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America
Rabobank
Sun Community Federal Credit Union
Wells Fargo

Gyms in El Centro

5 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Flx Fitness
Planet Fitness
Solo Fitness
US #597057622
US #610633583

Golf Courses in El Centro

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desert Trails Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in El Centro

TeamLeagueDivision

Nursing Homes in El Centro

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
VALLEY CONVALESCENT CENTER
1700 S. IMPERIAL AVE
 For profit - Corporation 123 83 2/5 — 2/5 4/5 7603528471

Pharmacies in El Centro

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
COSTCO 2030 NORTH IMPERIAL AVENUE 760-353-8592
DESERT MEDICAL PHARMACY 1600 SOUTH IMPERIAL AVENUE 760-353-5130
EL CENTRO PHARMACY 1415 ROSS AVENUE 760-339-2631
FARMACIA DEL PUEBLO 1692 SOUTH 4TH STREET 760-353-9000
RITE AID - 5680 1501 WEST MAIN STREET 760-352-5731
TARGET 2295 NORTH IMPERIAL AVENUE 760-482-5407
VONS 750 NORTH IMPERIAL AVENUE 760-353-2720
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1555 2150 NORTH WATERMAN AVENUE 760-337-1603
WALGREENS - 6856 100 NORTH IMPERIAL AVENUE 760-335-4904

EV Charging Stations in El Centro

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Imperial Valley Mall - Tesla Supercharger3551 S Dogwood RdTesla12TESLApublic
Khan Korean BBQ - Tesla Supercharger330 Wake AvenueTesla8TESLApublic
BOA El Centro CA0-1191414 W. MAIN STElectrify America4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Hampton Inn - El Centro598 Wake AveNon-Networked8J1772public
NAF El Centro / N60042-B401-12345 B StNon-Networked2J1772private
NAF El Centro / N60042-B504-1,21461 8th StNon-Networked4J1772private

Cell Towers in El Centro

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
698 ROSS AVETOWER89
(El Centro) 1990 Highway 111GTOWER79
(El Centro) 1990 Highway 111GTOWER79
El Centro Site 1900 Highway 111TOWER79
(Glamis) 4560 Green Road (CA10502-A)LTOWER62
(Glamis) 4560 Green Road (CA10502-A)LTOWER62

Fire Stations in El Centro

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
El Centro Fire Department1910 N Waterman AVECareer760-337-4530

Power Plants Near El Centro

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
EL CENTROBATTERIES; NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE; NATUR221112-115.5OP
SOL ORCHARD EL CENTRO PVSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-115.6OP
CAMPO VERDE SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-115.7OP
USG 2SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-115.9OP
USG 1SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-115.9OP

Bridges in El Centro

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous202222323,361G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196713017,250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196713017,250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196715217,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196715216,000F
SlabConcrete continuous19405110,500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19671789,650G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19672318,700F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19672318,700F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19671785,200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous20172004,070G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19671782,770G
CulvertConcrete1993301,604G
SlabConcrete continuous1975631,100F
CulvertConcrete199030467G

Correctional Facilities in El Centro

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
IMPERIAL COUNTY JAIL328 APPLESTILL ROADCOUNTY465612OPEN
EL CENTRO SERVICE PROCESSING CENTER1115 NORTH IMPERIAL AVENUEFEDERAL419450CLOSED

Airports Near El Centro

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field)NJKMedium Airport
General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International AirportMXLMedium Airport
Imperial County AirportIPLMedium Airport
Aeródromo Leona Vicario—Small Airport
Aerofumigaciones Castro Airport—Small Airport
Aerofumigaciones Monterrey Airstrip—Small Airport
Aerofumigaciones Nayarit Airstrip—Small Airport
Agua Caliente Airport—Small Airport
Aguascalientes Airport—Small Airport
Arroyo de Agua Grande Airport—Small Airport
Blue Mountain Airfield—Small Airport
Bonanza Airport—Small Airport
Bonfil Airport—Small Airport
Bonito Valle Airport—Small Airport
Borrego Air Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Brawley Municipal AirportBWCSmall Airport
Broadway Airport—Small Airport
Calexico International AirportCXLSmall Airport
Campeche Airport—Small Airport
Ciudad Coahuila South Airport—Small Airport
Cliff Hatfield Memorial AirportCLRSmall Airport
Coahuila Strip—Small Airport
Desert Air Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Ejido Oaxaca Airstrip—Small Airport
El Álamo Airport—Small Airport
El Pozo Airport—Small Airport
Emory Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Fertilizantes DAF Airstrip—Small Airport
Glamis Landing Strip—Small Airport
Holtville Airport (Closed indefinitely)—Small Airport
Islita Airport—Small Airport
Jacumba Airport—Small Airport
Janitzio Airstrip—Small Airport
Johnson Brothers Airport—Small Airport
La Aurora Airport—Small Airport
La Mesa Airport—Small Airport
La Rumorosa Airstrip—Small Airport
Lansing Empire Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Las Islas Airport—Small Airport
Lazaro Cardenas Airfield—Small Airport
López Airstrip—Small Airport
LZ Phantom Airfield—Small Airport
Maran Airport—Small Airport
Mariposa Airport—Small Airport
Melgoza Airport—Small Airport
Mezquital Strip—Small Airport
Morelos Airstrip—Small Airport
Mosqueda Airport—Small Airport
Muller Airstrip—Small Airport
Ocotillo Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in El Centro

21 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Calexico Police Department420 East 5th Street
Comandancia de Policía
Comandancia de Policía
El Centro Police Department150 North 11th Street
Estación de Policía Baja California
Estación de Policía Baja California
Estación de Policía MayosAvenida Oaxaca
Estación de Policía Mayos
Estacion de Policia Primero de DiciembreSantos Degollado
Estacion de Policia Primero de Diciembre
Estación de Policía Virreyes
Estación de Policía Virreyes
Holtville Police Department
Imperial County Sheriff328 Applestill Road
MX #5768597827
Procuraduría General de Justicia del Estado
Procuraduría General de Justicia del Estado
Procuraduría General de la República
Procuraduría General de la República
Sub-Comandancia de Policía Zona Noreste3863A Ricardo Flores Magón
Sub-Comandancia de Policía Zona Noreste

Grocery Stores in El Centro

46 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 26684MConvenience Store485 E Main St
7-ELEVEN STORE 21028BConvenience Store1485 Ocotillo Dr
76 MarketConvenience Store525 N la Brucherie Rd
Antonio Meat Market 1Grocery Store341 N 8th St
Burger King #17645Restaurant Meals Program2901 S Dogwood Rd
Cardenas 23Super Store1620 N Imperial Ave
Chevron 6844Convenience Store960 N Imperial Ave
Circle K #9506 2709506Convenience Store1999 W. Adams Avenue
Circle K El CentroConvenience Store488 W Brighton Ave
CVS Pharmacy 10931Other1745 S Imperial Ave
Del Taco #1337Restaurant Meals Program1540 Ocotillo Dr
Del Taco #1339Restaurant Meals Program2039 N Imperial Ave
Dollar General Market 14455Super Store550 N Imperial Ave
El Centro Arco Am PmConvenience Store1499 W Main St
El Centro ConvenienceConvenience Store398 Aurora Dr
El Centro Fuel And FoodConvenience Store1690 S 4th St
El Centro Fuel And Food #2 570Convenience Store2115 S 4th St
El Pollo Loco #3656Restaurant Meals Program1403 N Imperial Ave
El Sol MarketGrocery Store2299 W Adams Ave
El Sol MarketGrocery Store1586 S 4th St
Euclid MarketGrocery Store603 W Euclid Ave
Family Dollar 9258Other1111 S 4th St
Grocery Outlet Of El Centro 486Super Store1537 W Main St
Jack in the Box #47Restaurant Meals Program666 N Imperial Ave
Jack in the Box #52Restaurant Meals Program2100 S 4th St
Kennedys KarneGrocery Store1239 Adams Ave
Los Compadres MarketGrocery Store531 N 5th St
Maverik Inc 729Convenience Store1402 S Dogwood Rd
McDonald's #12653Restaurant Meals Program1990 S 4th St
McDonald's #2034Restaurant Meals Program345 N Imperial Ave
Papa John's Pizza 4272Restaurant Meals Program1051 N Imperial Ave
Patriot GasConvenience Store2420 S 4th St
Pico's Golden MarketGrocery Store802 W Pico Ave
Pizza Hut # 027206Restaurant Meals Program635 N Imperial Ave
Rallys Hamburgers #9640Restaurant Meals Program1820 N Imperial Ave
Round Table PizzaRestaurant Meals Program508 E Danenberg Dr
Shell 59042Convenience Store555 N Imperial Ave
Shell 6845Convenience Store1302 S Imperial Ave
SMART & FINAL 798Super Store650 N Imperial Ave
Super 99 & Party StoreConvenience Store643 S 4th St
Taco Bell #26031Restaurant Meals Program1990 N Imperial Ave
Taco Bell #26033Restaurant Meals Program350 Wake Ave
VONS 2406Supermarket750 N Imperial Ave
Wake Liqour 2Convenience Store1560 Ocotillo Dr
Wake MarketConvenience Store605 Wake Ave
Walgreens 06856Other100 N Imperial Ave

Post Offices in El Centro

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
El Centro Post Office
Old Post Office Pavilion230 South 5th Street

Treatment Centers in El Centro

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
County of Imperial - Calexico Adult SUD Treatment ProgramSubstance Abuse442-265-1525
County of Imperial - El Centro Adolescent SUD Trt ProgramSubstance Abuse442-265-1525
DIF
DIF
Imperial County Behavioral Health - Children Adolescents Outpatient ServsMental Health442-265-1525
Imperial Valley Medical Clinic IncSubstance Abuse760-357-6566
Imperial Valley Medical Clinic Inc - Medical Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse760-482-0864

DOL Wage Violations in El Centro

19 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $963,226 in back wages owed to 920 employees.

19
Violations
$963,226
Back Wages Owed
920
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
ARC Imperial Valley MAJOR — 92243 — 4 $604,305 $1,409 429
N Your Home Healthcare SIGNIFICANT — 92243 — 1 $144,080 $4,002 36
MANZANO'S HARVESTING, INC. [OSHA] — — 92243 Crop Harvesting, Primarily by Machine 4 $50,985 $797 64
BULL ENTERPRISES INC [OSHA] — — 92243 Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating 1 $50,503 $2,104 24
Fortune Garden — — 92243 — 1 $35,462 $5,066 7
8A PACKING LLC — — 92243 Crop Harvesting, Primarily by Machine 3 $28,600 $116 246
Rogar Manufacturing Inc. — — 92243 — 1 $19,026 $1,119 17
NEW FORTUNE HOUSE [OSHA] — — 92243 Full-Service Restaurants 1 $9,858 $1,643 6
Imperial County Work Training Center — — 92243 — 3 $8,713 $792 11
Locke Air Conditioning — — 92243 — 1 $2,863 $2,863 1
Panda City — — 92243 — 1 $2,641 $2,641 1
El Sol Market — — 92243 — 1 $2,268 $133 17
Lucky Chinese Restaurant — — 92243 — 1 $2,005 $154 13
ARC Imperial Valley — — 92244 — 1 $920 $25 37
JJ Harvesting — — 92243 — 1 $550 $110 5
Heart & Hand, Inc — — 92243 — 2 $278 $278 1
AGRO Packing LLC — — 92243 — 1 $90 $30 3
Garcia Food — — 92243 — 1 $49 $49 1
Taco Bell — Yum Brands 92243 — 1 $31 $31 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Centro

44 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
99 PLUS 11002 N IMPERIAL AVE STE 2 303
AMISTAD FAMILIAR DEL VALLE IMPERIAL -INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIESPO BOX 1853
APOSTOLIC LIGHT CHURCH OF JESUS232 E OLIVE AVE
BIBLE MISSIONARY FELLOWSHIP429 W MAIN ST
CALVARY CHAPEL OF IMPERIAL VALLEY1923 AUSTIN RD
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH OF IMPERIAL VALLEY INC590 W ORANGE AVE
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH130 S 1ST ST
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY124 S 7TH ST
CHURCH OF THE LIVING WATERPO BOX 4493
DOOR CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCHPO BOX 2214
EL CENTRO KOREAN CHURCH1274 W EL DORADO AVE
EMMANUEL LATIN ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 1044
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH724 W ORANGE AVE
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF EL CENTRO450 S WATERMAN AVE
FIRST LANDMARK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH1675 W BARBARA WORTH DR
GLORY OF GOD MINISTRIES110 W OLIVE AVE
GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 1530
HARVEST TIME POWERHOUSE MINISTRIES INC1557 WENSLEY AVE
HOLY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST324 W HOLT AVE
HOLY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST EL CENTRO324 W HOLT AVE
IGLESIA DE JESUCRISTO- TEMPLO ROCA FUERTE1228 DRIFTWOOD DR
IGLESIA LUTHERANA ALFA Y OMEGA CHURCHPO BOX 3925
IGLESIA SENDERO SANTO INC1802 N IMPERIAL AVE STE D PMB 198
IMPERIAL COUNTY CHRISTIAN OUTREACH945 AURORA DR
IMPERIAL KOREAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH1675 W BARBARA WORTH DR
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Frequently Asked Questions About El Centro

What is the population of El Centro?

El Centro has a population of 44,186 residents and is located in California. The population density is 3,646 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is El Centro expensive to live in?

El Centro is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,093, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $291,100 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is El Centro safe?

El Centro is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 323 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,673 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, El Centro receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in El Centro?

El Centro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in El Centro?

The unemployment rate in El Centro is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,051. There are 9,795 business establishments in the area, including 280 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 4.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in El Centro?

The median home value in El Centro is $291,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,990. For renters, the median monthly rent is $992. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,268.

How are the schools in El Centro?

Schools in El Centro have an average test score of 4.1 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 15.8% of adults in El Centro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is El Centro?

The obesity rate in El Centro is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 35.4% are physically inactive. 20.6% of residents report depression. 21.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 81.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,997.

What is transportation like in El Centro?

The average commute in El Centro is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of El Centro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of El Centro is 24.1% White, 4.3% Black or African American, 2.3% Hispanic or Latino. 23.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 76.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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