Rubidoux, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Rubidoux
Neighborhood of Jurupa Valley Former census-designated place
Mount Rubidoux, named after Louis Robidoux
Location in Riverside County and the state of California
Rubidoux, California Location in the United States
Country	United States
State	California
County	Riverside
Incorporated into Jurupa Valley	July 1, 2011
Area
• Total	9.945 sq mi (25.757 km2)
• Land	9.659 sq mi (25.017 km2)
• Water	0.286 sq mi (0.740 km2)  2.87%
Elevation	774 ft (236 m)
Population  (2010)
• Total	34,280
• Density	3,447.0/sq mi (1,330.90/km2)
Time zone	UTC-8 (PST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-7 (PDT)
ZIP code	92509
Area code(s)	951
FIPS code	06-63260
GNIS feature ID	1661345

Rubidoux (pronounced ROO-bid-oh) is a neighborhood in the city of Jurupa Valley. It is located in Riverside County, California, which is part of the Southern California region. Before July 1, 2011, Rubidoux was its own separate community.

Over the years, Rubidoux has changed a lot. It used to be a rural area with farms and quarries. Now, it is a busy suburb, meaning it's a residential area near a larger city. In 2010, about 34,280 people lived there.

Rubidoux is right next to the city of Riverside. The Santa Ana River and Mount Rubidoux separate the two areas. Mount Rubidoux is a famous landmark and a park in Riverside.

The area also has Flabob Airport, which has a runway about 3,200 feet long. California State Route 60 is a major road that goes through Rubidoux, helping people travel around.

Where is Rubidoux Located?

Rubidoux is found in Riverside County, California. It covers an area of about 9.9 square miles. Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.

What is the History of Rubidoux?

The name Rubidoux comes from Louis Robidoux. He was an important person who settled in this area in 1843.

Who was Louis Robidoux?

Louis Robidoux came from a French-Canadian family. His grandfather moved from Quebec, Canada, to St. Louis, Missouri. There, the family became involved in the fur trade.

After 1803, when St. Louis became part of the United States, Louis and his brothers became US citizens. Louis Robidoux also became a citizen of Mexico. He even served as the mayor (called an Alcalde) of Santa Fe, New Mexico.

The town of Rubidoux is built on land that was once part of the Robidoux family's ranch, called Rancho Jurupa. Today, many of Louis Robidoux's family members spell their last name "Rubidoux."

When Did Rubidoux Become Part of Jurupa Valley?

On March 8, 2011, people living in Rubidoux and nearby towns voted on a special plan. They voted to combine their areas into a new city called Jurupa Valley.

The vote passed, and Rubidoux officially became a neighborhood of Jurupa Valley on July 1, 2011. Other communities that joined Jurupa Valley at the same time included Mira Loma, Pedley, Glen Avon, and Sunnyslope.

How Many People Live in Rubidoux?

The number of people living in Rubidoux has grown a lot over the years.

Population in 2010

In 2010, the population of Rubidoux was 34,280 people. About half of the people were White. There were also significant numbers of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. A large portion of the population, about 68%, identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Most people in Rubidoux lived in family homes. About 32% of the population was under 18 years old. The average age of people living in Rubidoux was about 29 years old.

Many homes in Rubidoux were owned by the people living in them. About 65% of homes were owner-occupied, while the rest were rented.

Population in 2000

In 2000, Rubidoux had 29,180 people. The racial makeup was similar to 2010, with about 51.8% White residents. About 54.3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Many households had children under 18. The average household had about 3.6 people. The median age in 2000 was 28 years.

The average income for families in Rubidoux was around $40,019 per year. However, about 20.8% of the population lived below the poverty line. This included many children under 18.

See also

In Spanish: Rubidoux para niños