El Centro, CA local economy

El Centro, CA ranks in the 9th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum flat over the past 12 months.

New business applications or registrations was 1,300 in January 2025, up 8.9% from January 2024. Dwelling units authorized by permit was 29 in July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How does El Centro, CA rank among United States metros?

El Centro, CA ranks in the 9th percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum flat over the past 12 months.

What is the new business applications or registrations in El Centro, CA?

New business applications or registrations in El Centro, CA was 1,300 in January 2025.

What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in El Centro, CA?

Dwelling units authorized by permit in El Centro, CA was 29 in July 2026.

What is the payrolled or covered employment in El Centro, CA?

Payrolled or covered employment in El Centro, CA was 68,680 in January 2026.

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Sources and methodology

• U.S. Census Bureau — Business Formation Statistics (BFS)
• U.S. Census Bureau — Building Permits Survey (BPS), CBSA monthly
• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), national all-industry

Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 100% of weighted components available.

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