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Moreno Valley is a city located in Riverside County, California. According to adjusted 2000 census figures, the city has a total population of 155,105. A relatively young city, its rapid growth in the 1980s and the 2000s propelled it to its status as second-largest city in Riverside County by population, and one of the Inland Empire's population centers. Neighboring Riverside, California is the county seat and largest city in the county; the two cities are closely tied, sharing March Air Reserve Base, among other things.
Moreno Valley is located at a geographic crossroads. To the east lie the San Gorgonio Pass and Coachella Valley; to the south are Lake Perris, Perris, the San Jacinto Mountains, and the route to San Diego; to the north are the San Bernardino Valley and San Bernardino Mountains. In the west are neighboring Riverside and Los Angeles and Orange Counties. The heavily-traveled routes of California State Highway 60 (locally called the Moreno Valley Freeway) and Interstate 215 both pass through the city. It lies under approach paths for both Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport.
One of the most visible geographical features in Moreno Valley, visible from almost anywhere in the city, is Box Springs Mountain. This mountain at the northwest end of the city towers over the city, providing a concrete landmark. The face of the mountain that faces the city has a large "M" constructed upon it. This was built privately at the encouragement of the City Council, which argued it would foster unity. The letter is located on public land and is maintained entirely by charity. Several Eagle Scout projects have been dedicated to maintaining the letter.
As of the census of 2000 (adjusted), there are 155,105 people, 39,225 households, and 33,380 families residing in the city. The population density is 1,073.1/km2 (2,779.3/mi2). There are 41,431 housing units at an average density of 312.3/km2 (808.7/mi2). The racial makeup of the city is 46.84% White, 19.88% African American, 0.94% Native American, 5.92% Asian, 0.51% Pacific Islander, 20.08% from other races, and 5.83% from two or more races. 38.41% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 39,225 households out of which 54.0% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.6% are married couples living together, 17.1% have a female householder with no husband present, and 14.9% are non-families. 11.0% of all households are made up of individuals and 3.1% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 3.61 and the average family size is 3.86.
In the city the population is spread out with 36.8% under the age of 18, 10.5% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 17.7% from 45 to 64, and 5.5% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 27 years. For every 100 females there are 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 91.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city is $47,387, and the median income for a family is $48,965. Males have a median income of $38,620 versus $26,492 for females. The per capita income for the city is $14,983. 14.2% of the population and 11.6% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 18.1% of those under the age of 18 and 9.7% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
The city has an interesting geographical distribution of demographics. The north of the city (the former community of Moreno) is mostly White and upper-middle class. The most expensive homes are located in this area, including the Sunnymead Ranch, Hidden Springs, and Shadow Mountain housing districts. The north of the city is also mostly residential. As one moves south, the income levels gradually drop, and Hispanics, Latinos, and African-Americans make up a larger percentage of the population. This trend culminates in Edgemont, which is generally lower class and industrial.
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MorenoValleyCalifornia.com
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