Fontana, California
Fontana: The second most populous city in San Bernardino County, California. It is located east of Los Angeles. Fontana is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Auto Club Speedway and the Etiwanda Auto Club Speedway.
About
Fontana is a city located in the county of San Bernardino in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 196,069. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 216,173 inhabitants.
The city was created 112 years ago in 1912.
Fontana is a city located in southwestern San Bernardino County, California. With over 215,000 residents, it is part of the Greater Los Angeles metro area.
History and Origins
Fontana was founded in 1913 and developed rapidly in the postwar period as Kaiser Steel ramped up production to meet steel demand.
Key historical facts:
- Founded in 1913 and named after the Italian city of Fontana
- Growth driven by Kaiser Steel mill and wartime production needs
- Experienced housing boom as exurbs developed in 1950s and 60s
- Transitioned economy after Kaiser Steel closed in 1983
Economy and Major Industries
Fontana's major sectors today are warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, and retail. Top employers include:
- Target distribution center
- Fontana Unified School District
- California Steel Industries factory
- United Parcel Service hub
Attractions and Things to Do
Popular attractions include:
- Auto Club Speedway motorsports racetrack
- Fontana Park with aquatics center, theater, and community center
- Hot summer events like Fontana NASCAR races
- Hiking and biking along the Pacific Electric Trail
- The Promenade indoor mall with restaurants, shops and entertainment
Fontana provides employment, recreation, and amenities for Inland Empire residents.
Quick Facts about Fontana
| Population : | 216,173 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | San Bernardino County |
| Twitter username : | CityofFontanaCA |
| Postal code : | 92331, 92334–92337 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0% |
| Land as percent of area : | 100% |
| Altitude : | 1,237 feet / 377 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1913 (112 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time : | 14:55:01 (29th April 2025) |
| Population growth : | 9.3% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Fontana is located at 34°5'32"N 117°26'6"W (34.0922300, -117.4350500).
Fontana map
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- Official Website
Official website of Fontana
Fontana has 1 neighbours.
- Glen Avon town in California, United States
Demographics
The population of Fontana increased by 9.3% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 196,069 | - | census |
| 2011 | 199,880 | 1.91% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 201,212 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 202,670 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 203,972 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 206,163 | 1.06% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 208,718 | 1.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 211,122 | 1.14% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 213,202 | 0.98% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 214,547 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 216,173 | 0.75% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in Fontana
1 Motel 6 Fontana, CA
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2 Hilton Garden Inn Fontana
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5 Valley Inn and Suite
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Other Places in Fontana
1 City of Fontana Police Department
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2 Fontana Building & Safety Department
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3 Fontana City Human Resources
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4 City of Fontana Civic Center
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5 Fontana Mayor
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6 City of Fontana
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7 Fontana City Clerk Office
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8 Fontana City Council
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10 City of Fontana Sheriff's Department/ MAYOR/CITY HALL Police Department
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People born in Fontana (80)
People born in Fontana, including Soccer midfielder Shannon Boxx, drummer Travis Barker, sprinter Torri Edwards, .
List
- Maurice Edu (American association football player) he was born in 18/04/1986
- Heath Farwell (American football player, linebacker) he was born in 31/12/1981
- Joe Franchino (American soccer player) he was born in 09/08/1976
- Bill Fagerbakke (American actor) he was born in 04/10/1957
- Chris Stewart (American baseball player) he was born in 19/02/1982
- Mike Davis (American writer, urban theorist, political activist, and historian from Southern California) he was born in 01/01/1946
- Naufahu Tahi (American football player) he was born in 30/10/1981
- Nick Barnett (American football player) he was born in 27/05/1981
- Sharon Jordan (American actress) she was born in 11/03/1960
- Gillian Boxx (American softball player) she was born in 01/09/1973
- Troy Percival (American baseball player) he was born in 09/08/1969
- Hit-Boy (American Producer and Rapper) he was born in 21/03/1987
- Stephanie Rehe (American tennis player) she was born in 05/11/1969
- Tyler Chatwood (baseball player from the United States) he was born in 16/12/1989
- Eric Weddle (All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive back, safety) he was born in 04/01/1985
- Gustavo Ruelas (Mexican-American soccer player) he was born in 18/03/1991
- Jimmy Smith (American football cornerback) he was born in 26/07/1988
- Marvin Jones (American Football player) he was born in 12/03/1990
Schools in Fontana
College & universities near Fontana, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 456588 | Salon Success Academy-Fontana | Fontana (CA) | 92335 |
| 111744 | CET-Colton | Colton (CA) | 92324 |
| 384236 | United Education Institute-Ontario | Ontario (CA) | 91764-5574 |
| 123527 | San Bernardino Valley College | San Bernardino (CA) | 92410-2798 |
| 483230 | The Fab School | Rancho Cucamonga (CA) | 91730 |
Stations (50)
Amtrak & bus stations near Fontana, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNB | San Bernardino Santa Fe Depot | 1170 West Third Street (all Trains and Buses) | RAIL |
| RIV | Riverside–Downtown | 4066 Vine St. | RAIL |
| ONA | Ontario | 228 South Plum Street | RAIL |
| MOV | Moreno Valley, California | 2650 East Alessandro Blvd. | BUS |
| CLM | Claremont, California | 200 West First St. | BUS |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Fontana , Kansas city in Kansas, United States with a population of 242 people.
Other cities in San Bernardino County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in San Bernardino County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino | 217,491 | The second most populous city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Ontario | 183,393 | The second most populous city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Rancho Cucamonga | 178,849 | The sixth most populous city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Victorville | 124,982 | The most populous city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Rialto | 104,132 | The most populous city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Hesperia | 96,911 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Chino | 92,290 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Chino Hills | 84,586 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Upland | 77,850 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Apple Valley | 74,061 | Town in San Bernardino County, California, United States |
| Redlands | 72,271 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Highland | 55,696 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Yucaipa | 54,833 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Colton | 54,661 | A city in San Bernardino County, California. |
| Montclair | 40,600 | A city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Adelanto | 34,537 | City in San Bernardino County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Fontana distances to largest California cities
