Retail trade, agriculture and manufacturing form a large portion of the local economy. Another significant segment is the light industry located on both sides of the U.S./Mexico border. San Luis is an excellent site for labor intensive manufacturing and assembly plants. A new 40-acre (160,000 m) privately owned industrial park and 40-acre (160,000 m) commercial area are currently under construction in north San Luis along Highway 95. Parcels and pads are available for purchase and development
