2023 Riverside County Economic Profile

Covering the cities of Calimesa, Banning, and Beaumont, along with the unincorporated communities of Cabazon, Cherry Valley, and Whitewater. SAN GORGONIO PASS REGION A GROWING ECONOMY

Driving Economic Growth The Pass Region has been experiencing a phenomenal population growth. New residents bring with them the need for new municipal services, as well as the potential for new investments in business ventures expanding the local economy and creating jobs. In 2023, ESRI total population of 114,074 residents, with the median age of 41.1 years of age along with 39,022 households. Tourism Expanded destination retail operations adjacent to the Desert Hills Premium Outlets and the expanded Morongo Hotel and

Casino will provide many job opportunities. The proximity to Interstate 10, as well as rail lines, also makes the Pass Region attractive to distribution and large scale industrial uses. Diverse Range A diverse and thriving area in Southern California. Known for its renewable energy focus, it houses extensive wind farms and turbines, generating clean and sustainable power. The region’s fertile soil and favorable climate support a flourishing agricultural sector. The dynamic combination of industries, providing employment opportunities and driving the local economy.

FASTEST GROWING PRIVATE INDUSTRIES

CHANGE IN JOBS (2022-2023)

2022 EARNINGS PER WORKER

INDUSTRY

2022 JOBS

2023 JOBS

% CHANGE

OTHER SERVICES (EXCEPT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION)

3,624

5,043

1,419

39%

$45,236

3,709

4,894

1,185

32%

$38,991

HEALTHCARE & SOCIAL ASSISTANCE

1,965

2,631

666

34%

$32,358

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD SERVICES

4,717

5,231

514

11%

$44,430

RETAIL TRADE

2,322

2,642

320

14%

$69,731

CONSTRUCTION

1,000

1,238

238

24%

$75,470

TRANSPORTATION & WAREHOUSING

509

602

93

18%

$94,297

WHOLESALE TRADE

ADMINISTRATIVE & SUPPORT & WASTE MANAGEMENT & REMEDIATION SERVICES PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC, & TECHNICAL SERVICES

437

523

86

20%

$41,793

363

448

85

23%

$75,474

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