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Norco, California

Introduction to Norco, California

Norco, California is 4 miles N of Corona, California (center to center) and 8 miles W of Riverside, California. It is in Riverside County. The city is part of the Riverside - San Bernardino metro area. The population of Norco is 24,157.

Norco History

The city of Norco was originally a part of a large Mexican land grant that was given to Vicenta Sepulveda. The name “Norco” originates from either its North Corona location or the North Corona Land Company. It was given its current name by the city’s founder, though earlier names like “Citrus Belt” and “Orchard Heights” are known to have existed. The land area was used basically for farming, but gradually underground mineral springs were discovered, which led to the opening of a posh club called the Norconian Club Resort; this turned out to be a favorite haunt of movie stars. The city has an animal oriented community and is, to date, one of the few California cities where horses are used as alternate modes of transportation. The city of Norco was incorporated in the year 1964.

Norco and nearby Attractions

  • Norco Branch Riverside City and County Public Library
  • Norco Animal Shelter
  • Nellie Weaver Hall
  • Norconian Lake
  • Church of the Hill
  • Kips Korner Park

Things To Do In Norco

The city of Norco has a few historical buildings like the County Library and Weaver Hall. These are ideal places to learn about the varied history of this city. The city also has an animal shelter and a rehabilitation center that are worth visiting. One of the more popular tourist destinations is the petting zoo called “Critters To Go”. Additionally, the magnificent Norconian Lake offers a stunning view of the region. One can also visit the quaint churches lining the streets of this beautiful city. The Clark Field, Kips Korner Park, Ingalls Park and the River Trails Park offer excellent entertainment opportunities that can be enjoyed by both adults and children.

Norco Transportation

Ontario International Airport is the local airport.

Norco Higher Education

Chaffey Community College is nearby.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Norco Racial Diversity
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)		Top 19%Norco Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Norco, CA

Comparing Norco 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
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity106
Well-Paid Single Men87
Age of the Population57
Senior Citizens12
Children Under 5 Years Old12
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size108
Portion of People Married99

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income87
People Above Poverty89
People in Middle Class or Better78
College Educated Adults23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home108
Public Transportation Use63
Walking and Biking to Work52
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built76
Affordability of Property Taxes55
Seasonal and Vacation Housing44
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals21
Affordability of Rents24
People Living Alone12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime44
Low Violent Crime34

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