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Calexico, California

A unique border city whose name combines "California" and "Mexico," Calexico sits below sea level in the Imperial Valley directly across from Mexicali, Mexico — a city of over one million. The two cities function as one binational community.

Founded 1908 | Population 42,000 | Peak 42,000 (2024) | County Imperial County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Calexico, California

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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Calexico.

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1908 Founded: Calexico was founded as a railroad town in Imperial County.

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1908 Incorporated: Border.

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2010 Modern Era: Calexico continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport

Railroad Era

1908 Culture

Founded

1908 Government

Incorporated

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

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California+Mexico.

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Mexicali twin 1M+.

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Below sea level.

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Calexico is located in Imperial County, California.

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Calexico was founded in 1908.

Famous People from Calexico, California

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Enrique Castillo

Actor, Television Actor · Born Dec 10, 1949 · Age 76

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