Pomona, California

Pomona, California is a city located in the eastern part of Los Angeles County, California, near the San Gabriel Valley and the Inland Empire. The city is situated near the San Bernardino County, California border and is part of the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area. Pomona is home to the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona and the Fairplex, which hosts the Los Angeles County Fair. The city is also close to the San Gabriel Mountains and the Santa Ana River.

Geography

Pomona is located in the Pomona Valley, which is part of the larger San Bernardino Valley. The city is bordered by the cities of San Dimas, California, La Verne, California, Claremont, California, and Montclair, California. The San Jose Hills are located to the north of the city, while the Chino Hills are to the east. Pomona is situated near the intersection of Interstate 10 and State Route 57, which provide access to nearby cities such as Los Angeles, San Bernardino, California, and Riverside, California. The city is also close to the San Gabriel River and the Rio Hondo.

History

The area that is now Pomona was originally inhabited by the Tongva people, who were later displaced by Spanish settlers. The city was founded in 1875 by Solomon Spalding and was named after the Roman goddess of fruit. During the late 19th century, Pomona experienced rapid growth, driven by the expansion of the Southern Pacific Railroad and the discovery of oil in the area. The city was also home to the Pomona Assembly Center, which was used as a temporary detention facility for Japanese Americans during World War II. Pomona is also close to the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum and the Neil Simon Festival.

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States Census, the population of Pomona was approximately 152,494 people. The city has a diverse population, with a mix of Hispanic, African American, Asian, and White residents. Pomona is also home to a large number of California State University, Los Angeles students and University of La Verne students. The city is close to the California Institute of Technology and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Pomona is also near the Huntington Library and the Norton Simon Museum.

Economy

The economy of Pomona is driven by a mix of industries, including healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The city is home to the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center and the Western University of Health Sciences. Pomona is also a major center for the logistics and transportation industry, with several major warehouses and distribution centers located in the city. The city is close to the Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach, which are two of the busiest ports in the United States. Pomona is also near the Los Angeles International Airport and the Ontario International Airport.

Education

Pomona is served by the Pomona Unified School District, which operates several high schools, including Pomona High School and Garey High School. The city is also home to the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, which is one of the largest universities in the California State University system. Pomona is close to the Claremont Colleges, which include Pomona College, Claremont McKenna College, and Harvey Mudd College. The city is also near the University of California, Riverside and the University of Southern California.

Transportation

Pomona is located at the intersection of several major highways, including Interstate 10 and State Route 57. The city is also served by the Metrolink commuter rail system, which provides access to nearby cities such as Los Angeles and San Bernardino, California. Pomona is close to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the Foothill Transit. The city is also near the San Bernardino International Airport and the Fullerton Municipal Airport. Pomona is served by the Greyhound Lines and the FlixBus bus companies, which provide access to cities across the United States. The city is also close to the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner route, which runs from San Luis Obispo, California to San Diego, California. Category:Cities in Los Angeles County, California