As a local agent, here's what I tell buyers considering Calexico: it's one of the most affordable markets in the region, with the typical home value around $390K and steady appreciation this past year "” great for first-time buyers priced out of coastal California. Being right on the U.S."“Mexico border with Mexicali, it has a strong bicultural community, authentic Mexican food, and easy cross-border access for shopping and family. The economy leans heavily on agriculture, so it has a real small-town, working-community feel. On the flip side, summers are brutal "” triple-digit desert heat for months "” and daily life includes border-crossing traffic if you commute or shop across the line. Amenities and entertainment options are limited compared to bigger cities, and buyers should factor in the local job market when planning long-term. If affordability, community, and a slower pace matter more to you than nightlife and big-city conveniences, Calexico is worth a serious look. Happy to walk any buyer through neighborhoods and current listings.
Calexico, CA Housing Market & City Data
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Housing & Demographic Overview
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HOUSING DATA (September 2026)
HOUSEHOLD OVERVIEW
EDUCATION, GENDER & MARITAL STATUS
EDUCATION
- No Highschool Degree or GED34.0%
- Highschool Education20.3%
- Some College27.9%
- Bachelors Degree13.6%
- Graduate Degree4.2%
- Total College or Above17.8%
- Stem Degree38.0%
GENDER BREAKDOWN
- Male47.3%
- Female52.7%
MARITAL STATUS
- Married44.4%
- Divorced9.1%
- Never Married39.5%
- Widowed7.0%
CITY DATA & AGE BREAKDOWN
CITY DATA
AGE BREAKDOWN
| Age Group | % of Population |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 32.4% |
| 19–29 | 15.1% |
| 30–39 | 12.2% |
| 40–49 | 10.2% |
| Age Group | % of Population |
|---|---|
| 50–59 | 11.3% |
| 60–69 | 9.9% |
| 70–79 | 5.6% |
| 80+ | 3.3% |
WORKFORCE, ETHNICITY & OTHER
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