Located in northeastern San Diego County, Borrego Springs is a 90-minute drive from downtown San Diego. Village-based businesses and an exotic desert environment make tourism the major industry in the city and a key influence on the local job market. The area is alive with wildlife and is famous for its springtime wildflower displays.
With a population of 2,856, traffic is not a concern in Borrego Springs. The nearest stoplight is 50 miles away and the streets are pedestrian-friendly with an authentic hometown atmosphere. Its assorted mix of retail shops, galleries and restaurants offers visitors a pleasant shopping and browsing experience. There are also no big box or chain stores in this desert community, maintaining its small-town feel.