El Centro

CA

Imperial County, California

Population 180K |Median income $57,681 |2 hospitals

Population
180,202
Imperial County
Median Income
$57,681
-15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$309,600
+36% vs avg
Median Age
33.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
180K+3%
Median Income
$57,681+38%
Median Home Value
$309,600+110%
Poverty Rate
19.5%-16%
Unemployment
12.5%-32%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,056/mo
Poverty Rate
19.5% +37% vs avg
Unemployment 12.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 16.1%
Work From Home 7.2%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 19.8%
African American 2.2%
Asian 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41%
Physical Inactivity
35.2%
Obesity
34.7%
High Blood Pressure
33.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
22.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
18%
Frequent Physical Distress
17.1%
Binge Drinking
15.9%
Diabetes
15%
Current Smoking
12.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 50.5%
Annual Checkup 68.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
PIONEERS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE DISTRICT
BRAWLEY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
EL CENTRO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
EL CENTRO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — El Centro Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of El Centro, CA? ▼
El Centro, CA has a population of 180,202 people, located in Imperial County, California.
What is the median household income in El Centro? ▼
The median household income in El Centro, CA is $57,681 per year. The poverty rate is 19.5%.
What is the median home value in El Centro? ▼
The median home value in El Centro, CA is $309,600. Median rent is $1,056/month.
What are the top health concerns in El Centro? ▼
The top health indicators in El Centro include Short Sleep Duration (41%), Physical Inactivity (35.2%), Obesity (34.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in El Centro? ▼
El Centro has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in El Centro? ▼
The median age in El Centro, CA is 33.2 years. 16.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

El Centro, CA is located in Imperial County, California. With a population of 180K and a median household income of $57,681, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and physical inactivity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the El Centro area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Imperial County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.