Communities of Greater Palm Springs
Framed by the striking San Jacinto and Santa Rosa mountains and the untamed beauty of Joshua Tree National Park, Greater Palm Springs is more than a place to visit, it’s a place to build, grow, thrive, and shine.
For over a century, visionaries, creatives, and entrepreneurs have been drawn here not just for the tranquility, but for the inspiration it sparks. With nine distinct cities — Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, and Coachella — and vibrant unincorporated and Tribal communities whose cultural heritage continues to shape the region, Greater Palm Springs is a uniquely dynamic environment for business and innovation.
Whether you're launching a startup, relocating your company, or embracing remote work, this region offers unmatched lifestyle perks, business-friendly policies, and space to think big. Co-working spaces with panoramic views, seamless access to air travel, and a growing talent pipeline make it easy to plug in and get to work, then unplug in nature just minutes away.
Here, professional growth and personal well-being go hand in hand. If you’re ready to rethink where and how you work, you just might find your perfect balance, and your next big opportunity, right here.
Click on the interactive map to explore our nine cities, and find your place in Greater Palm Springs.
Greater Palm Springs Economic Development
With luxury resorts and world-class events, Indian Wells cultivates economic vitality through premier hospitality and recreation.
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Renowned for its tourism and vibrant downtown, Palm Springs blends historic charm with technology and innovation.
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Tucked against the base of the San Bernardino Mountains in the northwestern Coachella Valley, Desert Hot Springs is a city that blends natural beauty with economic opportunity.
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A diverse commercial hub, Cathedral City offers robust retail, manufacturing, and housing opportunities at the valley’s heart.
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Located in the heart of Greater Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage is a city defined by elegance, cultural richness, and economic strength.
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Palm Desert is a vibrant and dynamic city centrally located in Greater Palm Springs, offering an exceptional mix of culture, recreation, and economic opportunity.
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In La Quinta, luxury, culture, and opportunity converge for an experience defined by scenic beauty, artistic expression, and boundless potentia
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Known as the “City of Festivals,” Indio is a cultural and entertainment focal point of Greater Palm Springs. Home to world-renowned events like the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Stagecoach Festival, Indio draws millions of visitors each year, placing the city on the global stage and fueling a thriving tourism and entertainment economy.
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Known as the “City of Eternal Sunshine,” Coachella is a vibrant, fast-growing community that blends deep agricultural roots with bold economic potential. Long recognized for its role in producing 95% of the nation’s dates — as well as citrus, grapes, artichokes, and more — Coachella remains a cornerstone of the region’s agricultural success.
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| Organization | Main Contact | Email Address | Opportunity Sites |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Cathedral City | Erick Becerril - Economic Development Manager | EBecerril@cathedralcity.gov | Learn More |
| City of Coachella | Celina Jimenez - Economic Development Director | cjimenez@coachella.org | Learn More |
| City of Desert Hot Springs | Doria Wilms - City Manager | dwilms@cityofdhs.org | Learn More |
| City of Indian Wells | Eric Ceja - Assistant City Manager | eceja@indianwells.com | Learn More |
| City of Indio | Miguel Ramirez-Cornejo - Director of Economic Development | mcornejo@indio.org | Learn More |
| City of La Quinta | Gilbert Villalpando - Director (Business Unit & Housing Development) | gvillalpando@laquinta.org | Learn More |
| City of Palm Desert | Martin Alvarez - Director of Economic Development | malvarez@cityofpalmdesert.org | Learn More |
| City of Palm Springs | Wayne Olson - Chief Economic Development Officer | wayne.olson@palmspringsca.gov | Coming Soon |
| City of Rancho Mirage | Ryan Stendell - Assistant City Manager | ryan@ranchomirageca.gov | Learn More |
| County of Riverside | Dr. Gabriel Martin - Economic Development Manager | gabmartin@rivco.org | Learn More |
For additional information, please contact Sean Smith: Email: Sean@visitgreaterps.com Phone: 760-969-1308