Greater Yuma Region
A Strategic Location for Lasting Opportunities
The Greater Yuma Region is a dynamic and growing business location strategically positioned in Southwest Arizona along the U.S.–Mexico border, with access to major markets across Arizona, California, Mexico, and the Western United States.
Companies evaluating the region for business expansion, relocation, manufacturing, logistics, and industrial development benefit from available land, competitive operating costs, strong infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a business-friendly environment.
Greater Yuma is also home to unique assets that support innovation and industry growth, including Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), and YCEDA’s agricultural and AgTech testing capabilities.
But Greater Yuma is more than a place to do business, it is a place to build a life. Our communities offer opportunities for professionals and families looking for affordable living, career growth, education, year-round outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community. With sunshine throughout the year and the unique culture of the Southwest and U.S.–Mexico border region, Greater Yuma offers a quality of life that complements its growing economy.
With connected communities, international market access, and room for future development, the Greater Yuma Region offers opportunities for companies to invest, grow, and for people and families to build their future.
Why the Greater Yuma Region?
Strategic Southwest Location
Access to Arizona, California, Mexico, and major Western U.S. markets supports regional and international business.
Business-Ready Environment
Available land, competitive operating costs, infrastructure, incentives, and responsive development support create opportunities for business expansion.
Skilled Workforce
A growing regional workforce, bilingual talent, and industry-aligned education and training support employers across multiple sectors.
Testing & Innovation Assets
Yuma Proving Ground, Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, and YCEDA’s AgTech testing capabilities support innovation, research, and industry growth.
Connected Regional Economy
Agriculture, advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defense, logistics, food production, and emerging industries create a diverse regional business ecosystem.
Explore the Greater Yuma Region
Discover the communities, resources, infrastructure, and opportunities that make Greater Yuma a strategic Southwest location for business and investment.
For more information on the Greater Yuma region, check out our Industry Guide here!
Greater Yuma Advantages
State for Workforce
Arizona’s strong workforce environment supports companies seeking skilled talent, workforce development resources, and long-term growth.
Franchise, Business Inventory, Estate, Worldwide Unitary & Gross Receipts
Arizona’s competitive tax structure creates additional advantages for companies evaluating the state for expansion, relocation, and investment.
Best State for Business
Arizona continues to rank among the nation’s leading states for business, strengthening Greater Yuma’s position as a competitive Southwest location for new investment and business expansion.
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Visits from 3.5M unique visitors in 2025 (+0.8% YOY) – Source: Placer.ai
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Median Home Price – Source: National Association Realtors, Q4 2025
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Yuma County’s economy has shown steady growth, with its GDP increasing by 43% since 2020 and 7% from the previous year (2023)
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Median Rent in all properties – Source: Zillow 2026