: Once the dominant force in the "richest city," Santa Ana, their influence has largely faded over the decades. The Hill Family : Still active today in both business and politics. The de Sola and Meza Families

As of 2026, wealth in El Salvador remains highly concentrated. While high-level earners can make up to $3,000 per month, the average salary for most workers is significantly lower, around $365. The nation's GDP for 2025 is estimated at approximately $37.8 billion (nominal). Notably, while the Poma family remains a primary economic force, other Salvadoran-born figures like (CEO of Edmond de Rothschild Group) represent the global reach of some families with Salvadoran roots.

Since the 1990s, El Salvador's economy has been dominated by "The Eight" (