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Covina, California

Introduction to Covina, California

Covina, California, in Los Angeles county, is 3 miles NE of West Covina, California (center to center) and 17 miles N of Anaheim, California. The city is situated at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains in the San Gabriel Valley. It includes a large Hispanic population. Covina is regarded as a suburb and includes light industry. The municipality is a prominent retail center for the valley and features a year-round Mediterranean type climate.

Covina History

The city was established in 1882 by Joseph Swift Phillips and was incorporated in 1901. The early settlers cleared out cactus, giant sunflowers as well as caster beans to establish farms. Covina was a major orange producer from the 1880's until the 1950's. Grapefruits were also grown in the area. After World War II ended the orange groves were replaced with homes.

Covina Attractions

  • Firehouse Jail Museum.
  • Features one of the largest movie theater venues in the county.
  • Historic Heritage House.
  • Covina Center for the Performing Arts.
  • Downtown Street Market takes place once a week.
  • Bluesapalooza.
  • Covin's Farmers Market.
  • Family Night at the Civic Center Park downtown.
  • The Downtown area is popular for shopping and includes a wide variety of restaurants.

Covina Activities

The nearby San Gabriel Mountains provide opportunities for boating, swimming, mountain biking, fishing, hiking and other outdoor activities. The city hosts a variety of festivals. Residents enjoy the nearby Southern California theme parks such as Disneyland, Knott'sberry Farm, Raging Waters and Ontario Mills and the wide variety of entertainment opportunities located in Los Angeles. The ocean and the desert landscape are close by. Golf enthusiasts enjoy the area's scenic courses.

Covina Transportation

The city is served by the nearby Ontario International Airport.

High Points

Covina strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

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Racial Diversity
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Top 8%Covina Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Covina, CA

Comparing Covina to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity109
Female Share of the Population79
Children Under 5 Years Old76
Well-Paid Single Women56
Well-Paid Single Men55
Senior Citizens45
Age of the Population45
Male Share of the Population42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size96
Portion of People Married64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income66
People in Middle Class or Better56
People Above Poverty55
College Educated Adults45

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use88
Walking and Biking to Work64
Working at Home53
Short Commute Times22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Affordability of Property Taxes76
Affordability of Rents46
Housing Recently Built43
People Living Alone35
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime45
Low Property Crime43
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