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Renter's guide to Pomona, CA

Pomona is a suburb of Los Angeles, located in LA county, on the border with San Bernardino County. As such, it enjoys proximity to the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, though the city itself is mostly urban. This mainly residential suburb is most popular with families.

With a population of 152,366, Pomona has a population density of 6,676 people per square mile, which is considered high. Indeed, neighboring Ontario is more than twice as big in terms of area but has a population of just 171,000. Compared to LA proper however, Pomona is more than 25 times smaller, though it still ranks among the top 12 most populous cities in the LA metropolitan area.

Downtown LA is around 30 miles east of Pomona and can be reached fairly easily on interstate 10. Travel times can vary, but on average it should take around 45 minutes. Long Beach is 42 miles southwest, while San Diego, 115 miles southeast, can be reached in around 2 hours.

With hot, dry summers, high winds from the mountains, and warm winters, Pomona sees very little rainfall throughout the year. It’s classified as having a hot-summer Mediterranean climate, with summer highs averaging out at 92°F in August, and winter lows of around 43°F in January. Throughout the year, you can expect around 17 inches of rainfall, mostly between October and March, with February typically being the wettest month.

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Things to do in Pomona, CA

While Pomona certainly has a mostly urban feel, there are several parks and green spaces to enjoy within the city. Lincoln Park Historical District is a favorite of many locals, and while it’s by no means the largest, or most well-equipped, it offers peace, tranquility, and privacy, making you feel a million miles away from the city. Alternatively, the Veterans Park is good for dog walking, sports and summer concerts every Wednesday evening.

Shoppers can enjoy the Rio Rancho Mall complex, which features a wide variety of stores, from fashion to groceries, as well as a wide range of restaurants, gyms, and other services. Alternatively, the Downtown Collectors Street Faire is a great place to soak up a fun and friendly vibe and bag a bargain. With live music, food stands, and antique collectors and vendors, it’s part festival, part marketplace.

Lovers of the arts can take in shows and exhibitions at the Fox Theater, where you can enjoy fantastic local bands, theater shows, and much more. The art walk is another great way to take in arts and crafts from local and international artists. Running every second Saturday of the month, galleries across town take part, showcasing their latest exhibitions. For something a little different, seek out the Chalk Art Festival every November, and enjoy as the city bursts into color — why not try it yourself?

Pomona, CA employment & economy

The median household income in Pomona is $53,281, which is under the US average of $60,336. The major industries are manufacturing, retail trade, and healthcare and social assistance, while the highest paid industry is utilities. In terms of occupations, the most common jobs held by Pomona residents are in office and administration support roles, sales occupations, and production roles. The highest paid residents are law enforcement workers and supervisors, and those in computer and mathematical occupations.

Despite the figures above, according to a 2009 financial report, the Pomona Unified School District was the city’s largest employer, followed by the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center. However, things have likely changed in the past decade, as newer businesses have moved in.

Education in Pomona, CA

Pomona is predominantly served by the Pomona Unified School District, though The Claremont Unified School District serves a small section of northern Pomona. There are 8 public high schools in the city, and the International Polytechnic High School is the top rated, with test scores frequently well above average. Diamond Ranch High School also performs above average compared to other high schools in California. Ranch Hills Elementary School is the top-rated elementary school, while Lexington Elementary School, which accepts students up to grade 8, ranks as the best middle school in the city.

Higher education options include California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona), which offers numerous degree and bachelor programs in subjects such as agriculture, engineering, hospitality, and architecture.