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Population (year 2000): 128,929

Est. population in July 2002: 143,607 (+11.4% change)

Males: 63,982 (49.6%)

Females: 64,947 (50.4%)

Elevation: 1232 feet

County: San Bernardino

Land area: 36.1 square miles

Zip codes: 92335, 92336, 92337


The City of Fontana is located in southern California, in the USA. We sit at the intersection of two major freeways. Metrolink rail service to the greater Los Angeles area runs through the center of town, and we are only 10 minutes away from Ontario International Airport.


The present population is estimated at 151,965 (Source: Claritas, Inc. 2005). The City's incorporated area is 36 square miles, with a sphere of influence of 56 square miles.


The City of Fontana was incorporated in 1952. There are currently 39 park/recreation locations available to use within the City. Many classes and sports programs are available and 23 other sports organizations are currently active in the City.

The City is fortunate to have a major hospital within its boundaries. It is also home to many major distribution centers, just to name a few:

  • Target Warehouse & Distribution

  • Sears

  • Mercedes-Benz

  • Big 5 Sporting Goods

  • Southern California Edison

  • Home Shopping Network

  • Avery Dennison


The City provides a full range of services for its citizens. These services include police, paramedic, recreation and parks, planning and development, street improvements and lighting and general administration. In addition, the City's Housing and Business Development Department has numerous programs for residential and commercial rehabilitation loans and economic development programs.