El Centro city, California
Official LSAD Designation: El Centro city • Census GEOID: 0621782
• Imperial County
El Centro city is an incorporated city in Imperial County, California. According to official records from the Census (2025), El Centro city had an estimated population of 44,382 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation El Centro city (GEOID 0621782).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of El Centro
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
1275 W MAIN ST, EL CENTRO CA 92243-2816
County Of Imperial
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
940 W MAIN ST, STE 209, EL CENTRO CA 92243-2888
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44,382 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $53,082 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $323,100 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 12.12 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).