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Lets cover off Corona first. The City of Corona is located approximately 45 miles (72 km) southeast of Los Angeles in western Riverside County, California USA.
Corona is a rapidly growing city with a small town heart. Less than a hundred years ago, Corona was known as “The Lemon Capital of the World”.
Geography and climate
Corona is located at 33°52’N 117°34’W33.867°N 117.567°W (33.8700, -117.5678).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 38.9 square miles (100.8 km2), of which, 38.8 square miles (100.6 km2) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2) of it (0.27%) is water.
In recent years, there are talks to construct a proposed 10-mile automobile and fast-speed train tunnel under Santiago Peak to connect Interstate 15 in Corona with Interstate 5 and the 55 Freeway of Orange County, to cut down on commuter traffic on the already crowded or high-traffic 91 Freeway.
Corona experiences a warm Mediterranean climate (Köppen climate classification CSa) and has mild winters and hot summers. Most of the rainfall (as in all of Southern California) occurs during winter and early spring. The winter low temperatures can get cold enough for frost, with rare snowfall seen on the local foothills. Winter days are pleasant, with the mercury staying around 65 degrees Fahrenheit (occasionally warming into the 70s). Summertime is hot, with highs averaging in the low 90s. During the hottest months, daytime temperatures in Corona often exceed 100 degrees.
Climate data for Corona |
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Month |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
Year |
Record high °F (°C) |
93 |
91 |
100 |
100 |
107 |
110 |
110 |
110 |
114 |
108 |
99 |
94 |
114 |
Average high °F (°C) |
68 |
70 |
71 |
77 |
80 |
87 |
92 |
93 |
90 |
83 |
74 |
68 |
79.4 |
Average low °F (°C) |
42 |
43 |
45 |
48 |
52 |
56 |
60 |
61 |
59 |
52 |
45 |
40 |
50.3 |
Record low °F (°C) |
23 |
26 |
28 |
30 |
32 |
42 |
47 |
43 |
41 |
29 |
26 |
22 |
22 |
Precipitation inches (mm) |
2.72 |
2.88 |
2.31 |
.68 |
.16 |
.02 |
.02 |
.12 |
.23 |
.36 |
1.03 |
1.47 |
12 |
The City of Corona limits encompass 38 square miles and the population is approximately 138,000.
A city whose heritage spans more than a century, Corona has emerged as an ethnically diverse community, where a significant percentage of the population is made up of young, well educated families.
The Corona community boasts many amenities that provide a first-rate quality of life for residents.
The City has more than 394 acres of parks, with sports fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, tennis courts, two skateparks and an outdoor pool.
Public Safety efforts by the Corona Police Department and Corona Fire Department have resulted in decreasing crime rates, quick response times and a superior paramedic program.
The Corona Public Library and the Fender Museum of Music and the Arts provide cultural and educational programming, and the Senior Center is a hub of activity with programs, workshops and social gatherings.
The City also operates a recreational airport.
Corona’s industrial base has played an important role in the growth of the city and its employee base.
Corona’s economy is strong and getting stronger! More than 82,000 people work here.
Our retail and commercial areas are expanding and office development is booming.
Corona Economy
A major employer in Corona is one of Fender Musical Instrument Corporation’s manufacturing facilities, which produces the U.S.-made models in the company’s storied line. It also contains Fender’s guitar and amplification custom shops, and the Fender Center for Music Education more commonly known as the Fender Museum.
Corona is the home of the Golden Cheese Company of California. It is also home to the clothing company Famous Stars And Straps and Hansen’s Monster Beverage Company. Troy Lee Designs, founded by Troy Lee, also makes its headquarters in Corona, specializing in custom paint jobs on helmets worn by professional racecar drivers and motorcycle riders. Recently West Coast Customs, Barry’s Speed Shop, Eibach Springs and many other automobile related companies have located to Corona.
Corona has more than 30 million square feet of industrial space and more than 3 million square feet of office space existing, under construction, or planned.
Some businesses headquartered in Corona:
- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation guitar manufacturer. Includes the Fender Custom Shop and the Fender Center for Music Education, commonly known as the Fender Museum.
- Hansen Natural Corporation, a soft drinks manufacturer. Corona also serves as the corporate base for its Monster Energy products.
- Watson Pharmaceuticals, the 5th largest pharmaceutical company in the United States based on number of prescriptions dispensed.
- West Coast Customs, a car remodeling company featured on the MTV show Pimp My Ride, and now on Discovery Channel show Street Customs.
Top Employers
According to the City’s 2009 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the city are:
# | Employer | # of Employees |
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1 | Corona-Norco Unified School District | 4,970 |
2 | Kaiser Permanente | 1,783 |
3 | Corona Regional Medical Center | 1,140 |
4 | Watson Pharmaceuticals | 1,114 |
5 | All American Asphalt | 963 |
6 | City of Corona | 948 |
7 | Fender | 600 |
8 | Dart Container | 500 |
9 | LDI Mechanical | 444 |
10 | Core-Mark | 308 |
Corona Employment Statistics
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Around Corona.
North Corona
The north part of the city of Corona borders the city of Norco. This area (north of the 91 Freeway) is primarily residential and commercial. The makeup is primarily middle and upper-middle income, with most housing being built after the late 1990s, and is known for being well maintained and very safe. Ethnically, this part of the city is primarily white, with a significant Asian American population as well. This area is home to well rated schools as well as shopping including Costco, Home Depot, and others.
Central Corona
The central city area includes the inner circle of Grand Avenue as well as all areas south of the 91 Freeway and north of Ontario Avenue. This is the oldest area of the city by far, with most housing having been built around 1910. This part of the city has a mixed Hispanic and white population.
South Corona
South Corona is the newest and most upscale part of the city, and is located south of Ontario Avenue. Most housing stock was built between the early 2000s to the present, and ranges from suburban neighborhoods to custom built mansions in the foothills. This area has the highest rated schools in the city (as well as some of the highest in the region) and is known for being very clean, safe, and well maintained. It is primarily upper-middle class and upper class income levels. Most of the residents of south Corona are of Caucasian descent, and it is the most expensive part of the city. Many professional athletes and celebrities call this area home. The south Corona area also extends into west Corona.