Palo Verde is a census-designated place in Imperial County, California, United States. The population was 236 at the 2000 census. It is part of the 'El Centro, California Metropolitan Statistical Area'. State Route 78 goes north-south through the community. The majority of its population lives east of SR78 and west of the nearby Colorado River. Its name comes from the Spanish for stick and green. Therefore, its name literally means 'green stick.' Palo Verde apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Palo Verde apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.