Competitive Advantages

Colton blends rich history with unstoppable momentum—a rising hub of commerce in the heart of San Bernardino County.

Born as a frontier rail town, Colton earned its nickname—“Hub City”—from the famed Colton Crossing, once the busiest rail intersection in America. Today, it’s still a powerful crossroads where I-10 and I-215 meet, and where Class I rail lines from BNSF and Union Pacific connect regional industries to the world.

But Colton isn’t just moving freight—it’s moving frontiers. The city is home to cutting-edge healthcare innovation, with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center—the first U.S. hospital to adopt digital radiology—and Loma Linda University Medical Center, a global leader in infant heart transplants.

At the heart of it all is Hub City Centre, a next-generation, mixed-use district anchored by ARMC and just minutes from LLUMC. This is where Colton’s bold vision for the future is already taking shape.

Colton delivers the reach of Southern California—with fewer costs and less congestion. Housing prices are lower than the state average, and businesses benefit from fast, multimodal shipping options. Class I rail connects you across the western U.S., while I-10 and I-215 provide coast-to-coast highway access. Global ports are just 90 minutes away, and San Bernardino International Airport is only 10 minutes from downtown.

Colton offers a classic California lifestyle—without the sky-high cost. You’re just minutes from the excitement of Los Angeles and surrounded by natural beauty. Explore Reche Canyon (11 miles), Big Bear Lake (48 miles), and Joshua Tree National Park (76 miles)—all easily within reach.

In Colton, opportunity has room to grow. Across the city, development-ready land is available for retail, mixed-use, medical, and industrial projects. Hub City Centre alone offers 250 acres with I-10 frontage or adjacent visibility—ideal for attracting foot traffic, highway attention, and long-term growth.

Colton is ready to grow—and grow with you. A young, energized population is hungry for more retail, restaurants, and services. And with a city government that truly partners with business, Colton offers the support, speed, and flexibility you need to thrive.