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Calipatria, CA

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Population
6,012
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
-180 ft
Median Home Value
$197,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$919/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,299
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in CaliforniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in CaliforniaNearest larger communityBrawley, California13 miles away · 28,008 residents.

About Calipatria

Calipatria is a city in Imperial County, California, located about twenty-three miles north of El Centro within the El Centro metropolitan area. Founded in 1914 as Date City, it sits at an elevation of 180 feet below sea level, making it the lowest incorporated city in the Western Hemisphere. The community is located near Slab City, which is famous for Salvation Mountain, a colorful, hand-painted hillside art installation that draws numerous tourists to the area.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingBright SkiesA+99.8rating

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