Rialto, California facts for kids
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Rialto, California
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| Motto(s):
Bridge to Progress
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Location of Rialto in San Bernardino County, California
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 Rialto, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | California | ||
| County | San Bernardino | ||
| Incorporated | November 17, 1911 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 24.09 sq mi (62.41 km2) | ||
| • Land | 24.09 sq mi (62.41 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0.06% | ||
| Elevation | 1,257 ft (383 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 104,026 | ||
| • Rank | 67th in California 319th in the United States |
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| • Density | 4,318.2/sq mi (1,666.82/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−8 (Pacific Standard Time) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−7 (PDT) | ||
| ZIP codes |
92376–92377
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| Area code | 909 | ||
| FIPS code | 06-60466 | ||
| GNIS feature IDs | 1661306, 2410931 | ||
Rialto is a city in San Bernardino County, California. It is about 56 miles east of Los Angeles. The city is close to important roads like Interstate 15 and Interstate 10. It is also near the Cajon Pass and Metrolink train routes.
In 2020, Rialto had a population of 104,026 people. This number has grown a lot recently. Many large warehouses and shipping centers have been built here. These centers help deliver goods across the entire West Coast of the United States.
Rialto is home to big companies like Staples Inc., Amazon, Under Armour, and Target. One of the biggest fireworks companies in the U.S., Pyro Spectaculars, is also based in Rialto. During World War II, the U.S. Army used a special storage point in Rialto for ammunition.
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Rialto's Past: A Look at History
Early Beginnings: Ancient Times to 1800s
Archaeologists have found old items that show people lived in the Rialto area before the year 1500. These items are now kept at the Rialto Historical Society. They tell us that the Serrano Indians lived here between 1500 and 1800 AD.
The oldest building still standing in Rialto is an adobe structure from the early 1800s. It has been used for many things over the years. Today, it is restored and stands near Bud Bender Park.
In 1842, the Lugo family received a large piece of land called Rancho San Bernardino. This land, about 37,700 acres, included the area where Rialto is now. Later, in 1851, the Mountain Family bought part of this land.
Growth and Development: Railroads and Schools
In 1887, the Santa Fe Railroad built a train line connecting San Bernardino and Pasadena. New towns were planned along this line. That same year, a company called Semitropic Land and Water Company was started. It helped buy and sell land and water rights. A group of Methodist settlers formed a community. They named it Rialto, after the famous Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy. This bridge was a central meeting spot.
The first school in Rialto was built in 1888. It was called Brooke School District. The Rialto Unified School District was formed in 1891. It started with two teachers and a principal. Boys and girls had separate play areas.
A cemetery was created in the town in 1901. The City Treasurer manages it.
Becoming a City: Incorporation and Modern Roads
The Chamber of Commerce, a group that helps local businesses, was started in 1907. By 1911, Rialto had grown to 1,500 people and had 40 businesses. On October 31, 1911, people voted to make Rialto an official city. The vote was 135 for and 72 against.
In 1913, Foothill Boulevard was fixed up and became part of U.S. Route 66. This was a famous highway across the United States. In 1914, the Pacific Electric Railway built a train line through Rialto. Today, the old Pacific Electric depot is a restaurant.
A big fire in the 1920s destroyed many buildings in the downtown area.
Environmental Efforts: Cleaning Up the Past
During World War II, the U.S. Army used a 160-acre site in Rialto to store ammunition. After the war, this land was sold. Later, some chemicals from past activities caused issues with the city's drinking water. The United States Environmental Protection Agency stepped in to help. They designed a system to clean the contaminated water. Efforts to clean up the site have been ongoing for many years.
Rialto's Location and Weather
Geography: Where Rialto Is
Rialto covers an area of about 22.4 square miles (62.41 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land. Only a very small part is water.
Climate: Rialto's Weather
Rialto has a Mediterranean climate. This means it has hot, dry summers. The winters are usually mild and not too cold.
People of Rialto: Population and Diversity
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 961 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,642 | 70.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,770 | 7.8% | |
| 1950 | 3,156 | 78.3% | |
| 1960 | 18,567 | 488.3% | |
| 1970 | 28,370 | 52.8% | |
| 1980 | 37,862 | 33.5% | |
| 1990 | 72,388 | 91.2% | |
| 2000 | 91,873 | 26.9% | |
| 2010 | 99,171 | 7.9% | |
| 2020 | 104,026 | 4.9% | |
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Population Changes: From 2000 to 2020
Rialto's population has grown steadily over the years. In 2000, there were 91,873 people. By 2010, it grew to 99,171. The latest count in 2020 showed 104,026 residents.
The city is very diverse. In 2020, about 74% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. Other groups include White, Black or African American, and Asian residents.
Many households in Rialto have children. In 2000, over half of the households had kids under 18. The average household size was about 3.7 people. The median age in Rialto was 26 years old in 2000, showing a younger population.
Learning in Rialto: Schools and Colleges
Most of Rialto is part of the Rialto Unified School District. Some parts of the city are served by other school districts. These include the Fontana Unified School District and the Colton Joint Unified School District.
For higher education, Rialto is served by the San Bernardino Community College District. San Bernardino Valley College is the closest college campus to the city.
Rialto Network: Local Television
Rialto has its own local cable television station called Rialto Network. It started in 1991 as KRTO. In 2012, it was renamed Rialto Network. The station broadcasts daily on Spectrum Cable and AT&T U-verse. It also streams online.
Getting Around Rialto: Transportation
Rialto is located between two major highways: Interstate 10 and State Route 210. Many people who live in Rialto travel to work. About 55% of workers commute more than 10 miles. Some even travel to Los Angeles. The average travel time to work from Rialto is about 33 to 37 minutes.
Rialto also has a Metrolink commuter train station. It's on the San Bernardino Line. Taking the train to Los Angeles takes about an hour and twenty minutes. A car trip can take longer, depending on traffic.
Famous People from Rialto
Many talented people have come from Rialto. Here are a few:
- Alex Acker – A professional basketball player.
- Nick Barnett – A professional football player for the Green Bay Packers.
- Victor Butler – A professional football player for the New Orleans Saints.
- Ryan Clady – A professional football player for the Denver Broncos.
- Kenny Clark – A professional football player for the Green Bay Packers.
- Jeff Conine – A retired professional baseball player.
- Wilson Cruz – An actor known for My So Called Life.
- Kirk Fogg – An actor and game show host.
- Clarence Gilyard Jr. – An actor from Matlock.
- J. J. Fad – A hip hop music group.
- John Longville – A former Mayor of Rialto.
- Ronnie Lott – A Hall of Fame football player for the San Francisco 49ers.
- Ricky Nolasco – A professional baseball player.
- John Singleton – A famous film director and screenwriter.
- Twyla Tharp – A well-known choreographer and dancer.
- Lisa Marie Varon – A professional wrestler.
- Jamaal Williams – A professional football player for the Detroit Lions.
See also
In Spanish: Rialto (California) para niños
