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Norco, CA

Norco is a city in Riverside County, California, in the United States. Norco is known as Horsetown, USA, and prides itself on being a "horse community," with horse trails, hitching posts, and corrals, and city ordinances requiring construction to have a "traditional, rustic... Western flavor". As of the 2020 census, the city population was 26,316, down from 27,063 at the 2010 census.

The city's name is a portmanteau of "North Corona", named after the North Corona Land Company. Norco had its "grand opening" on Mother's Day, May 13, 1923, and was later incorporated as a city on December 28, 1964.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 14.3 square miles (37 km2) of which 14.0 square miles (36 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km2), or 2.22%, is water. One of the most notable geographical features in Norco, visible from anywhere in the city, is the Santa Ana Mountains.

At the 2010 census, Norco had a population of 27,063. The population density was 1,895.4 inhabitants per square mile (731.8/km2). The racial makeup of Norco was 20,641 (76.3%) White (56.4% Non-Hispanic White), 1,893 (7.0%) African American, 248 (0.9%) Native American, 844 (3.1%) Asian, 59 (0.2%) Pacific Islander, 2,514 (9.3%) from other races, and 864 (3.2%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8,405 persons (31.1%). 

The census reported that 22,666 people (83.8% of the population) lived in households, 75 (0.3%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 4,322 (16.0%) were institutionalized.

There were 7,023 households, 2,831 (40.3%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 4,353 (62.0%) were opposite-sex married couples living together, 777 (11.1%) had a female householder with no husband present, 453 (6.5%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 354 (5.0%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships, and 61 (0.9%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 1,030 households (14.7%) were one person and 458 (6.5%) had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 3.23. There were 5,583 families (79.5% of households); the average family size was 3.53.

Norco gives importance to health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Norco Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include My Gym, Wicked Pilates Fitness Studio, and Fit Body Boot Camp. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Norco, such as the Pumpkin Rock and the Pikes Peak Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Norco, CA are SilverLakes Equestrian and Sports Park, George Ingalls Equestrian Event Center, and Hidden Valley Golf Club.

ZIP code: 92860. Population: 26,077 (2021). Elevation: 640 ft (195 m) Area Code: 951. Area: 14.08 sq mi (36.46 km2).

FAQs

Is Norco, CA a nice place to live?

Living in Norco offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Norco, there are a lot of parks. Residents of Norco tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Norco are above average.

Is the city of Norco, CA expensive to live in?

Norco is 18% more expensive than the national average and 13% less expensive to live in than the average city in California. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Norco are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Norco are less affordable than average in the United States.

What is the crime rate in Norco CA?

With a crime rate of 31 per one thousand residents, Norco has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 32. Within California, more than 84% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Norco.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Norco

Riverside County

Norco’s Recreation and Community Services Department

My Gym

Wicked Pilates Fitness Studio

Fit Body Boot Camp

Pumpkin Rock 

Pikes Peak Park

SilverLakes Equestrian and Sports Park

Corona Heritage Park & Museum

Lake Norconian Club

Niche

Erieri

Neighborhoodscout

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