El Centro is the heart of Imperial Valley—California's agricultural powerhouse and a major border commerce hub. With a hardworking local population, cross-border shoppers from Mexicali, and I-8 travelers, El Centro businesses have strong ATM opportunities. Fort Yuma ATM is based just 60 miles east in Yuma and provides new, EMV-compliant machines to serve this cash-driven market.
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Why buy from Fort Yuma ATM instead of online wholesalers?
We're based in Yuma—just 60 miles east on I-8. We understand the Imperial Valley market, the border commerce patterns, and the agricultural economy that drives ATM usage in El Centro.
We understand the Imperial Valley community. Our team provides bilingual English/Spanish support to help you and your customers get the most from your ATM investment.
Your ATM arrives programmed to your processor, tested, and ready for install. We handle master keys, firmware updates, and processing paperwork so you can accept cards immediately.
We only sell ATMs we trust. These two models are proven performers in border and agricultural markets.
The industry standard for retail ATM deployments.
The workhorse ATM built to last.
We've tested many ATM brands over the years. These two consistently deliver the best combination of reliability, parts availability, and manufacturer support. We don't sell machines we wouldn't put in our own locations.
How fast does an ATM pay for itself in Imperial Valley?
El Centro's economy is driven by agriculture, border commerce, and a cash-preferred workforce. Cross-border shoppers from Mexicali need US dollars, and many local workers prefer cash transactions. ATM surcharges in El Centro typically run $3.00 to $4.00 per transaction.
You keep 100% of this surcharge (minus a small processing fee). Convenience stores, check cashing locations, and businesses near the border crossings see especially strong volumes.
Not ready to buy? Check out our Free ATM Placement Program where we provide the machine at no cost.
| Surcharge Fee | $3.50 |
| Transactions per Month | x 340 |
| Gross Revenue | $1,190.00 |
| Less: Expenses (Est) | - $190.00 |
| Net Monthly Profit | $1,000.00 |
High-traffic businesses where ATMs perform best
El Centro's ATM market benefits from border commerce, agricultural workers, and the city's role as Imperial Valley's commercial hub. Businesses that serve cash-preferring customers see the strongest ATM volumes.
Border commerce + agriculture + regional hub = opportunity
El Centro is just minutes from the Calexico/Mexicali border crossing—one of the busiest in California. Cross-border shoppers need US dollars for purchases, creating consistent ATM demand.
Imperial Valley is one of California's most productive agricultural regions. The workforce often prefers cash transactions, especially around payday, driving reliable ATM usage.
As Imperial Valley's largest city, El Centro draws shoppers, workers, and visitors from across the region. This concentration creates strong ATM opportunities for well-positioned businesses.
From order to earning revenue: 10-14 days
We confirm your ATM model, setup your processing account, and program the machine's software (Days 1-3).
We coordinate delivery from our regional base to your El Centro location—just 60 miles from Yuma (Days 4-8).
We guide you through bolting it down and loading cash. You start earning surcharge revenue immediately (Days 9-14).
We serve El Centro and all of Imperial County
Based in Yuma—just 60 miles from El Centro on I-8. Contact us for a quote.
Yes! El Centro benefits from border commerce, a large agricultural workforce, and its role as Imperial Valley's commercial hub. Convenience stores, check cashing locations, and businesses near Calexico see especially strong volumes.
Absolutely. Thousands of shoppers cross from Mexicali daily and need US dollars for purchases. Businesses on the route from the Calexico border crossings see strong ATM demand.
Yes. We understand the Imperial Valley community and provide bilingual English/Spanish support. We can help you configure Spanish language options on your ATM as well.
We're based in Yuma, just 60 miles east on I-8. We can typically deliver within 5-8 days of your order being programmed—faster than most online retailers.
Yes. Many owners do. It requires drilling 4 bolts into the concrete floor for security. We provide a detailed guide and phone support throughout the process.
Yes. We serve all of Imperial County including El Centro, Calexico, Brawley, Imperial, and the surrounding communities. Same pricing, same service, same support.
