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Welcome to Palm Desert, where opportunity meets lifestyle. Whether you’re a retailer seeking a vibrant customer base, an investor looking for your next project, or an entrepreneur ready to launch big ideas, Palm Desert Works. It works for businesses of every size, as a thriving hub for tourism, and if you’re considering the Coachella Valley, Palm Desert will work for you.
Here, business isn’t just about transactions; it’s about connection. Our city offers a unique blend of thriving commerce, natural beauty, and supportive partnerships that make success possible. With a pro-business climate, strategic location in the heart of the Coachella Valley, and a community that values innovation, Palm Desert is the place where businesses and people flourish together.
Why Palm Desert Works:
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For Retailers: Join a marketplace that welcomes 14.4 million annual visitors and drives $1.7 billion in spending every year. With $7.4 billion in regional retail sales and iconic destinations like El Paseo, Palm Desert offers a steady flow of customers and exceptional visibility.
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For Investors: Experience a city built on performance—$2.1 billion total economic impact, 11,000 jobs supported, and $307 million in annual state and local tax revenue. Redevelopment and infrastructure projects are shaping the next generation of opportunity in Palm Desert.
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For Entrepreneurs: Start and scale with confidence. The Palm Desert Entrepreneurial Resource Center connects you to capital, partners, and City staff who guide your growth every step of the way.
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For Hospitality: Tap into one of California’s most resilient visitor economies, the Coachella Valley. Supported by lodging, dining, world-class events, and recreation, it fuels jobs and reinvestment across the city.
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For Everyone: Located just two hours from Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, Palm Desert connects you to major markets with room to grow. Enjoy a cost of living up to 44% lower than coastal metros—because here, business and quality of life work together.
Explore How Palm Desert Can Work for You
- Incentives & Special Projects: See how we support business success.
- How to Start a Business: Steps to open a business quickly.
- Demographics & Data: Get to know our people, workforce, and trends.
Need Assistance
City staff is here to help with questions about the website or City services.
- For general questions, please email info@palmdesert.gov
- For accessibility assistance (ADA), please email ada@palmdesert.gov