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Information on Riverside, Riverside County

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Riverside, located in the state of California, Riverside County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Riverside, Riverside County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Riverside City HALL, Riverside County

Riverside City Hall's addressRiverside Riverside Municipal Building
3900 Main Street
Riverside CA 92522
United States
Phone number of Riverside City Hall+1 951-826-5311
Riverside, CA emailLoading...
Riverside official websiteriversideca.gov
Mayor of RiversideRonald O. Loveridge
Riverside County, California: Vital Records Riverside vital records
Birth Certificate Order your California birth certificate online

Common questions about Riverside

What county is Riverside CA in?

Riverside, CA is located in Riverside County

Where is Riverside, California ?

Riverside lies in Riverside County, within the Inland Empire region of Southern California, USA. Geographically, it is situated about 50 miles east of Los Angeles and is part of the Greater Los Angeles area. The city is also near notable landmarks such as the Santa Ana River and the San Bernardino Mountains.

What is the cost of living in Riverside CA ?

The cost of living in Riverside, California (Riverside County) is relatively high, with median home prices around $500,000. Monthly transportation costs average about $130, while groceries can total around $400 for a household. Overall, Riverside offers a balance of affordability in some areas while maintaining higher housing costs compared to national averages.

Riverside administrative division

Riverside building department, CA

If you're planning a construction project in Riverside, CA, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential step to ensure compliance with local regulations. To begin this process, you should contact the City of Riverside's Building and Safety Division. This office will provide you with detailed information on how to apply, including the various fees involved and the expected processing times. By reaching out to them, you can ensure that your project adheres to all city codes and requirements, allowing for a smooth and lawful construction experience.
OfficeRiverside Building & Safety Division
CityRiverside
StateCalifornia
Address3900 Main St, Riverside, CA 92522
Phone951-826-5800
Websitehttps://riversideca.gov

Demography of Riverside

Name of Riverside inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population303 871 inhabitants /
Population density in Riverside3 744,2 pop/sq mi (1 445,6 pop/km²)

Air quality

Riverside Air Quality Today52 (Moderate)

List of Passport Facilities in Riverside, CA

Where to apply for a passport in Riverside, CA? There are 4 passport offices in Riverside, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
ARLINGTON STATION10275 HOLE AVE8008019801
CITY OF RIVERSIDE - CITY CLERKS OFFICE3025 MADISON STREET9518265557
DOWNTOWN RIVERSIDE POST OFFICE3890 ORANGE STREET9512766252
RIVERSIDE MAIN POST OFFICE4150 CHICAGO AVE9517885371

Top 3 most popular banks in Riverside

There are 54 bank branches in Riverside.
Bank of America, National Association is the most popular bank in Riverside with 8 branch offices, followed by Wells Fargo Bank, National Association with 8 branch offices and then JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 7 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Riverside:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Bank of America, National Association8Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association8Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association7Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
U.S. Bank National Association6Full Service Retail Office
Provident Savings Bank, F.S.B.5Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Compass Bank4Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Citibank, National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
MUFG Union Bank, National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Banner Bank2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
HomeStreet Bank2Limited Service Loan Production Office
Pacific Premier Bank2Limited Service Messenger Office
AltaPacific Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Citizens Business Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
City National Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
The Bank of Hemet1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office


Riverside administrative numbers

Riverside City code0662000
Riverside City postcode92522

Toponymy and translation of Riverside

Arabic: ريفرسايدBulgarian: РивърсайдGreek: Ριβερσάιντ
Persian: ریورسایدJapanese: リバーサイドKorean: 리버사이드
Latvian: RiversaidaRussian: РиверсайдSerbian: Риверсајд
Ukrainian: РіверсайдChinese: 里弗赛德 

Transportation modes in Riverside

Airport
Riverside Municipal Airport 3.1 miles
Flabob Airport 3.6 miles
March Air Reserve Base 8.7 miles

Riverside territory

Riverside area81,16 sq mi (210,20 km²)
Riverside altitude896 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 33.9381
Longitude: -117.393
Latitude: 33° 56' 17'' North
Longitude: 117° 23' 35'' West
Time zone
UTC -8:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Summer time : UTC -7:00
Winter time : UTC -8:00
Local time
Namesake of Riverside
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  • Riverside, Saskatchewan, Canada
Natural parks

What is Riverside close to?

Nearby cities include: Jurupa Valley, Grand Terrace, Colton and Norco
Jurupa ValleyJurupa ValleyGrand Terrace
Jurupa ValleyNeighbouring townsGrand Terrace
NorcoNorcoMoreno Valley
Jurupa Valley 6.3 milesGrand Terrace 7.9 milesColton 9 miles
Norco 9.2 milesEastvale 10 milesMoreno Valley 10.8 miles
Loma Linda 11 milesCorona 11.1 milesRialto 12 miles
Fontana 12.5 milesOntario 14.2 milesPerris 14.3 miles
Redlands 15 milesSan Bernardino 15 milesChino 15.4 miles
Rancho Cucamonga 16.1 milesHighland 17.7 milesLake Elsinore 18 miles
Canyon Lake 18.8 milesChino Hills 19.1 milesUpland 19.7 miles

Distance between Riverside and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 59 miles closestHouston : 1322 milesPhiladelphia : 2351 miles
Phoenix : 306 milesSan Antonio : 1151 milesSan Diego : 79 miles
Dallas : 1193 milesSan Jose : 340 milesJacksonville : 2098 miles
Indianapolis : 1767 milesSan Francisco : 411 milesAustin : 1176 miles
Columbus : 1935 milesFort Worth : 1159 milesCharlotte : 2073 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Riverside, CA

Elementary schools in Riverside

Adams Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 536

Alcott Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 809

Allan Orrenmaa Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 585

Arlanza Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 550

Benjamin Franklin Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 807

Bryant Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 437

Camino Real Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 810

Castle View Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 661

Collett Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 614

Emerson Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 832

Foothill Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 567

Fremont Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 545

Glen Avon Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 621

Granite Hill Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 636

Harrison Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 514

Hawthorne Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 801

Highgrove Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 776

Highland Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 778

Ina Arbuckle Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 542

Indian Hills Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 622

Jackson Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 831

John F. Kennedy Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 1094

La Granada Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 640

Lake Hills Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 849

Lake Mathews Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 875

Liberty Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 750

Longfellow Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 777

Louis VanderMolen Fundamental Elementary

District of Corona-Norco Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 975

Madison Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 711

Magnolia Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 645

Mark Twain Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 1113

Mission Bell Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 432

Monroe Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 679

Mountain View Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 757

Myra Linn Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 575

Pachappa Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 761

Pacific Avenue Academy of Music

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 332

Patricia Beatty Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 674

Pedley Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 529

Peralta Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 549

Phillip M. Stokoe Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 707

REACH Leadership STEAM Academy

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 441

Rosemary Kennedy Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 514

Rustic Lane Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 686

S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 806

Sky Country Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 856

Stone Avenue Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 754

Summit Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5

Sunnyslope Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 787

Terrace Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 655

Tomas Rivera Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 741

Troth Street Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 793

Twinhill Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 536

Valley View Elementary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 477

Van Buren Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 578

Victoria Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 601

Washington Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 860

West Riverside Elementary

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 754

William Howard Taft Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 661

Woodcrest Elementary

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 666

Middle schools in Riverside

Amelia Earhart Middle

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1023

Arizona Middle

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1036

Central Middle

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 643

Chemawa Middle

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 883

Frank Augustus Miller Middle

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1001

Jurupa Middle

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1205

Loma Vista Middle

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1033

Matthew Gage Middle

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 894

Mira Loma Middle

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 884

Mission Middle

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 863

Sierra Middle

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 808

University Heights Middle

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 801

Wells Middle

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 989

Ysmael Villegas Middle

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1362

High schools in Riverside

Abraham Lincoln Continuation

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 152

Alvord Alternative Continuation High

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 121

Alvord Continuation High

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 129

Arlington High

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1955

Come Back Kids

District of Riverside County Office Of Education
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 598

Encore High School for the Arts - Riverside

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Students : 707

Gateway College and Career Academy

District of Riverside County Office Of Education
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 168

Hillcrest High

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1790

John W. North High

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2259

Jurupa Valley High

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1640

La Sierra High

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1767

Martin Luther King Junior High

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 3242

Norte Vista High

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2213

Nueva Vista Continuation High

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 323

Opportunity Program

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Students : 49

Patriot High

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2265

Polytechnic High

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2747

Raincross High (Continuation)

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 186

Ramona High

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2142

Rivercrest Preparatory

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Students : 83

Riverside County Community

District of Riverside County Office Of Education
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Students : 302

Riverside County Regional Occupational Program

Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12

Rubidoux High

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1578

Steps Community Day

District of Jurupa Unified
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Students : 17

Alternative schools in Riverside

California School for the Deaf-Riverside

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 352

Gateway

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12

Riverside County Juvenile Court

District of Riverside County Office Of Education
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 177

Riverside County Special Education

District of Riverside County Office Of Education
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 713

Riverside STEM Academy

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 12
Students : 641

Riverside Virtual

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 92

Summit Secondary

District of Alvord Unified
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 3

Summit View Independent Study

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 246

Sunshine Special Education

District of Riverside Unified
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 75

Private schools in Riverside

All Saints Carden Academy

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 7
Students : 46

Bethel Christian Schools

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 263

Cottonwood Montessori

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 30

Cottonwood Montessori

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 60

Growing Place

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 119

Immanuel Lutheran Schools

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 283

La Sierra Academy

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 558

Montessori Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 3
Students : 78

Notre Dame High School

Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 485

Riverside Christian Schools

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 326

Riverside Christian Schools

Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 38

Riverside Montessori Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 4
Students : 108

Somerset Educational Services

Lowest grade : 2, Highest grade : 12
Students : 65

St Catherine Of Alexandria School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 242

St Francis De Sales School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 220

St Thomas The Apostle School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 186

Starting Gate Educational Services

Lowest grade : 1, Highest grade : 12
Students : 106

Woodcrest Christian School System

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 966

schools in Riverside

Educational Options Center State Preschool

District of Riverside Unified