Riverside County Office of Economic Development 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

5-YEAR HISTORY JOB

LOCATION QUOTIENT

CURRENT AVERAGE ANNUAL WAGES

JOBS 4,584 3,897 2,432 1,826 4,619 1,387

INDUSTRY

ANNUAL %

CHANGE

$36,459 $62,946 $70,497 $66,561 $39,557 $86,647 $41,800 $60,746 $55,260

1.88 1.06 1.22 1.22 2.15 1.21 1.16 0.59 0.91

188

-2.6% 2.4% -0.1% 0.8% 1.8% 1.6%

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD SERVICES

RETAIL TRADE

-644

434 -13 143

HEALTH CARE & SOCIAL ASSISTANCE

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

CONSTRUCTION

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

117

ADMINISTRATIVE & SUPPORT & WASTE MANAGEMENT & REMEDIATION SERVICES MANUFACTURING TRANSPORTATION & WAREHOUSING OTHER SERVICES (EXCEPT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

3.3%

1,216 1,169 1,114

181

93

1.7%

13.3%

518

2.7%

$44,982

0.33

63

502

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