Pomona, California
Pomona: The sixth most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
About
Pomona is a city located in the county of Los Angeles in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 149,058. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 149,212 inhabitants.
The city was created 138 years ago in 1887.
Pomona is a city in eastern Los Angeles County, California. With a population of over 150,000 residents, it is the seventh largest city in L.A. County. Pomona is located between the Inland Empire and Greater Los Angeles.
History
Pomona was founded in 1875 and named after the Roman goddess of fruit trees. The first settlers were attracted by the area's fertile soil and agricultural promise. Pomona quickly became known for its fruit orchards and vegetable farms.
The city incorporated in 1888 just before the arrival of the transcontinental railroad which accelerated Pomona's growth. The California Polytechnic State University was established in Pomona in 1938.
Local Economy
Though no longer focused on agriculture, two major California State Universities - Cal Poly Pomona and Western University - drive Pomona's local economy through employment and the student population.
Pomona also contains pharmaceutical companies, manufacturing plants, and retail centers that provide jobs. However, Pomona struggles with higher than average unemployment and poverty rates compared to surrounding areas.
Tourism and Sights
Popular attractions include:
- The historic Fox Theater Pomona arts venue
- LA County Fair held annually at the Fairplex in Pomona
- The Ganesha Park containing the Pomona Ebell Museum of History
- Auto Club Raceway for racing events
Pomona is an ethnically diverse working-class city that balances an industrial heritage with education and suburban living between two major regions.
Quick Facts about Pomona
| Population | 149,212 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Postal code | 91766–91768 |
| Phone Area Codes | 909 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.05% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.95% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.0553,-117.7523 |
| Altitude | 850 feet / 259 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1888 (138 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time | 13:28:09 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 0.1% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 50℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Pomona is located at 34°3'19"N 117°45'8"W (34.0552900, -117.7522800).
Pomona map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 50.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Pomona increased by 0.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 149,058 | - | census |
| 2011 | 149,693 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 150,453 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 151,072 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 152,225 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 152,407 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 152,445 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 152,468 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 151,925 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 151,691 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 149,212 | -1.66% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Pomona
1Fairplex RV Park
2200 N White Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, United States View details
Phone: +19095938915 | Website available
Where to Eat in Pomona
1Subway
68 Rio Rancho Rd, Pomona, CA 91766 View details
Phone: +19098651410 | Website available
Where to Stay in Pomona
1Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center
601 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, United States View details
Phone: +19096222220 | Website available
2Motel 6 Pomona, CA - Los Angeles
2470 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, United States View details
Phone: +19095911871 | Website available
3La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pomona
3200 W Temple Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, United States View details
Phone: +19095980073 | Website available
4DoubleTree by Hilton Pomona
3101 W Temple Ave, Pomona, CA 91768, United States View details
Phone: +19095940600 | Website available
5Comfort Inn Pomona Near Fairplex
1421 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91766, United States View details
Phone: +19096200099 | Website available
People born in Pomona (126)
People born in Pomona, including computer scientist Robert Tarjan, singer-songwriter and actor Tom Waits, retired movie actress Jill Kelly, .
More notable people
- Celeste Star (American movie actress) she was born in 28/12/1985
- Ben Harper (American singer-songwriter and musician) he was born in 28/10/1969
- Loren Leman (American politician) he was born in 02/12/1950
- Britney Gallivan (American mathematician) she was born in 01/01/1985
- Mark McGwire (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 01/10/1963
- Bob Seagren (athletics competitor) he was born in 17/10/1946
- Andy Evans (British racing driver) he was born in 27/06/1951
- Kenneth Pitzer (American chemist) he was born in 06/01/1914
- Rozz Williams (American singer) he was born in 06/11/1963
- Todd Field (American actor) he was born in 24/02/1964
- Dan Cortes (American baseball player) he was born in 04/03/1987
- Mr. Marcus (American movie actor) he was born in 04/09/1970
- DJ Quik (American rapper) he was born in 18/01/1970
- Trevor Wright (American actor) he was born in 23/08/1982
- Jeanne Black (American musician) she was born in 25/10/1937
- James Tarjan (American chess grandmaster) he was born in 22/02/1952
- Richard F. Post (American physicist) he was born in 14/11/1918
- Jerry Green (American basketball player) he was born in 12/02/1980
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Pomona, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112525 | Western University of Health Sciences | Pomona (CA) | 91766-1854 |
| 120069 | North-West College-Pomona | Pomona (CA) | 91768 |
| 372082 | Pomona Unified School District Adult and Career Education | Pomona (CA) | 91766-1233 |
| 117140 | University of La Verne | La Verne (CA) | 91750-4401 |
| 440031 | Keck Graduate Institute | Claremont (CA) | 91711 |
Nearby Transit Stations (50)
Rail and bus stations connected to Pomona, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| POS | Pomona station | 100 West Commercial Street | RAIL |
| CLM | Claremont, California | 200 West First St. | BUS |
| ONA | Ontario | 228 South Plum Street | RAIL |
| FUL | Fullerton Transportation Center | 120 East Santa Fe Avenue | RAIL |
| ANA | Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center | 2150 East Katella Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Pomona.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pomona Post Office | Pomona (CA) | 91769 |
| Claremon Post Office | Claremont (CA) | 91711 |
| La Vern Post Office | La Verne (CA) | 91750 |
| Montclair Post Office | Montclair (CA) | 91763 |
| Chin Post Office | Chino (CA) | 91708 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Pomona, New York village in New York with a population of 3,273 people.
- Pomona, Kansas city in Franklin County, Kansas, United States of America with a population of 969 people.
- Pomona, Kansas city in Franklin County, Kansas, United States of America with a population of 837 people.
- Pomona, Illinois township of Illinois with a population of 755 people.
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| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,970,219 | The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. |
| Long Beach | 454,681 | The second most populous city in California, Long Beach is a major center for business, manufacturing, and tourism. |
| Santa Clarita | 209,990 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Glendale | 197,747 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Lancaster | 155,822 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Palmdale | 150,498 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Torrance | 141,553 | The third most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Pasadena | 141,045 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| East Los Angeles | 126,496 | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, United States |
| El Monte | 112,344 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Downey | 109,202 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Inglewood | 107,203 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Santa Maria | 105,851 | The third most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California. |
| West Covina | 103,656 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Norwalk | 102,635 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Burbank | 101,866 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
Distance to Other Cities
Pomona distances to largest California cities