El Centro Northwest, El Centro, CA
Is El Centro Northwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in El Centro, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe6
Medium0
Low12
Other209
67 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved59
Assault8
Other2
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a seizure call was reported near West Commercial Avenue, apartment (number withheld). Medic 2 was dispatched to respond. | W Commercial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 26-year-old male is reported to have a seizure in a parking lot near North Waterman Avenue, with Medic 15 dispatched to respond. | N Waterman Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is holding for a 61-year-old female near South Imperial Avenue. | S Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near North 6th Street for a female who fell and is bleeding in an apartment. | N 6th St, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel responded to Elgin Post Acute care facility for a 97-year-old male with difficulty breathing. | S Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 2 is responding to a medical emergency near Wake Avenue at a kidney care facility for a 60-year-old male experiencing body pain. | Wake Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is responding to a jail facility for a reported injured adult male with a head injury and a possible broken jaw. | N Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews respond to a possible medical emergency involving an elderly man who is unresponsive but breathing near Holt Avenue in El Centro. | W Holt Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for an elderly female with low blood pressure near (number withheld) block of 3rd Avenue in El Centro. | S Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to Park Avenue for a 75-year-old woman with high blood pressure. | Park Ave d, El Centro, CA 92243 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$239,839
Average Rent
$1,671
Vacancy Rate
7.3%
Neighborhood Overview
El Centro Northwest is an urban neighborhood in El Centro, California, with mostly small to medium apartments and mobile homes. Most residences were built between 1970 and 1999, with some from 1940 to 1969.
The vacancy rate is 7.3%, near the national median, indicating a moderate level of unoccupied homes.
UrbanHigh Mexican AncestryLow Income
Quick Facts
| Urban Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in El Centro Northwest mainly consists of small to medium apartments and mobile homes, with most units renter occupied.
| Renter Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and mobile homes |
| Housing Age | Built mostly between 1970 and 1999, some 1940 to 1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home price is low compared to most California neighborhoods.
Vacancy rate is near the national median, indicating typical occupancy levels.
Families & Lifestyle
El Centro Northwest has a strong Mexican ancestry presence and is among the lowest income neighborhoods in the U.S.
Agricultural Workforce — High concentration of residents working in farming, fishing, and forestry jobs.
| Mexican Ancestry | 92.0% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 43.8% |
Demographics
| Farm, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations | 13.7% |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service Jobs | 25.3% |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 43.8% |
| Income Level | Low income |
| Mexican Ancestry | 92.0% |
| Spanish Speakers at Home | 88.6% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 35.9% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes with a mix of driving alone, carpooling, and walking.
El Centro Northwest offers short commutes with diverse transportation modes including driving, carpooling, and walking.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of workers commute under 15 minutes.
Multiple Commute Modes — Significant carpooling and walking rates alongside driving alone.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 47.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone to Work | 67.9% |
| Carpool to Work | 18.7% |
| Walk to Work | 6.0% |
Homes for sale near 92243
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in El Centro Northwest?
The median home price is $239,839, less expensive than 95.5% of California neighborhoods.
What is the income level in El Centro Northwest?
The neighborhood is low income, with income lower than 90.6% of U.S. neighborhoods and a high childhood poverty rate.