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Renter's guide to Corona, CA

Located in the county of Riverside, Corona, CA is just 50 miles East of Los Angeles and 80 miles East of Orange County.

The weather in Corona is pleasant to say the least. In July, the temperature reaches a summer high of 93°F. In winter, it reaches a still pleasant low of just 42°F in January. As if that wasn’t good enough, you’ll be happy to learn that the area only gets 12 inches of rain per year and no snow. Residents of Corona get to enjoy 275 sunny days every year. Furthermore, this warm Mediterranean climate makes it the perfect place in California to grow citrus.

Originally called South Riverside, Corona, CA was founded during the height of the citrus boom in 1886 by the South Riverside Land and Water Company (originally a citrus growers’ organization). This area was so well-known for producing citrus fruits that it was dubbed the lemon capital of the world.

According to census data, Corona now has a population of about 163,585 people. Nowadays, it’s commonly referred to by locals as the “circle city” because the standard grid of streets is enclosed by a circular Grand Boulevard.

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Things to do in Corona, CA

Since the area has great weather, many of Corona’s attractions and points of interest involve the great outdoors.

For the outdoor enthusiasts in the family, Chino Hills State Park is a must-see destination. The park is home to many animal habitats and botanical residents. Visitors can enjoy the park on foot or even take a horseback ride. For the mountain bikers, Chino Hills State Park is a dream come true. The mountain biking trail features a variety of different terrain including valleys, scenic ridge tops, challenging woodlands, sage scrub and grassland.

On a related note, Santiago Peak (sometimes called saddleback mountain) is known for its trails and campsites with phenomenal city views.

In terms of fun things to do with family in Corona, check out Tom’s Farms. It’s a park with restaurants and a farmer’s market. On weekends and holidays, they feature free live music, events, and even train and pony rides.

Corona, CA employment & economy

Departing from its past as a hotbed of citrus farming, today’s Corona is dominated by three major industries: manufacturing (making up 14.6% of all employment), retail (11.7%), and healthcare and social work (10.4%).

Top employers in Corona are the Corona-Norco Unified School District, the Corona Regional Medical Center, and health insurance company Kaiser Permanente.

Although employment opportunities in Corona are rather limited, the proximity to Los Angeles and other major cities make Corona a popular commuter niche.

Education in Corona, CA

The city of Corona is part of the Corona-Norco Unified School District which manages 5 high schools, 5 middle schools, and 28 elementary schools in the city. The 2 private schools in Corona include St. Edwards Catholic School and Crossroads Christian School.

Top universities in the Corona area are the University of California (UCLA) and the University of Southern California (USC). UCLA is considered the 2nd best public university in the United States and 9th in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings in 2018. It offers 150 graduate degree programs with a focus on management and health sciences, over 125 majors and over 90 minors.

The top high school in Corona is Santiago High which is ranked 243rd in California and high achieving students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement courses and exams. In addition to its strong academic performance, the school has 55% minority enrollment and 24% of students are economically disadvantaged.

The top middle school in Corona is El Cerrito which ranks better than 78.8% of California schools in statewide test performance.

For younger families, the best elementary school in Corona is Temescal Valley. The school ranks better than 94.4% of elementary schools in California when it comes to statewide test performance.