Hesperia, California
Hesperia: A city in San Bernardino County, California. It is located in the Mojave Desert in southern California. Hesperia is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Hesperia City Hall and the Hesperia Historical Society.
About
Hesperia is a city located in the county of San Bernardino in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 90,173. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 96,911 inhabitants.
The city was created 37 years ago in 1987.
Hesperia is located in the High Desert region of San Bernardino County. It was incorporated in 1988 and has grown steadily over the decades. Hesperia was named after the Greek word Hesperides, meaning "western land".
Geography
The city covers over 75 square miles of land. Hesperia sits at an elevation of 3,250 feet in the Mojave Desert. The landscape consists of scattered Joshua trees and desert scrub. Winters are cool and summers are hot.
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, Hesperia had 97,000 residents. The population is predominantly white and Hispanic/Latino. Over 22% of residents live below the poverty line. The median household income is $50,817.
Government
Hesperia has a City Council-City Manager form of government. The city council has 5 members who are elected to 4-year terms. Hesperia contracts with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department for law enforcement.
Economy
Hesperia's economy includes light manufacturing, transportation, and retail sectors. Major employers are the Hesperia Unified School District, County of San Bernardino, and Walmart. The city has 4 industrial parks with over 2,000 businesses.
Housing
Most of the housing in Hesperia consists of moderately priced single-family homes. The median home value is $251,500 which is lower than other areas of Southern California. New residential development continues around the southern and eastern edges.
Quick Facts about Hesperia
| Population : | 96,911 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | San Bernardino County |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.16% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.84% |
| Altitude : | 3,186 feet / 971 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1988 (37 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time : | 06:11:06 (20th April 2025) |
| Postal code : | 92344 |
| Population growth : | 6.95% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Hesperia is located at 34°25'35"N 117°18'3"W (34.4263900, -117.3008800).
Hesperia map
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- Official Website
Official website of Hesperia
Demographics
The population of Hesperia increased by 6.95% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 90,173 | - | census |
| 2011 | 91,168 | 1.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 91,568 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 91,777 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 92,071 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 92,653 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 93,251 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 94,473 | 1.29% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 95,013 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 95,750 | 0.77% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 96,911 | 1.2% | estimation process |
People born in Hesperia (4)
People born in Hesperia, including racing driver Joel Miller, martial artist Thomas Denny, mixed martial artist Juan Archuleta, .
List
- Thurston Smith he was born in 01/01/1958
Schools in Hesperia
College & universities near Hesperia, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125091 | Victor Valley College | Victorville (CA) | 92395-5850 |
| 110510 | California State University-San Bernardino | San Bernardino (CA) | 92407-2393 |
| 491543 | San Bernardino Beauty College | San Bernardino (CA) | 92410-4414 |
| 123527 | San Bernardino Valley College | San Bernardino (CA) | 92410-2798 |
| 111744 | CET-Colton | Colton (CA) | 92324 |
Stations (43)
Amtrak & bus stations near Hesperia, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| VRV | Victor Valley Transportation Center | 16858 D St. | RAIL |
| VRB | Victorville, CA | 16838 South D Street | BUS |
| 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 |
Post offices near Hesperia
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hesperia Post Office | Hesperia (CA) | 92345 |
| Spring Valley Lak Post Office | Victorville (CA) | 92395 |
| Victorvill Post Office | Victorville (CA) | 92395 |
| Apple Valley Post Office | Apple Valley (CA) | 92307 |
| Adelan Post Office | Adelanto (CA) | 92301 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Hesperia , Michigan village with a population of 936 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. |
| Fontana | 216,173 | 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. |
| 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
Hesperia distances to largest California cities
