Rialto is a city in the southwest corner of San Bernardino County, right on the outskirts of what is the largest metropolitan area in the United States, the Southern California Metropolitan Area. The town is somewhat close (as the crow flies, not as the car drives) to Los Angeles, and is known for being a regional shipment and retail center. It is a great place to live and is right outside one of the great American cities.
Rialto is home to four major regional distribution centers: Staples, Inc. which serves stores across the entire West Coast of the United States, Toys "R" Us, FedEx and Target in the northern region of the city, in the Las Colinas community. One of the United States' largest fireworks companies, Pyro Spectaclars, is also headquartered in Rialto.
Although the City of Rialto is located in the middle of one of the nation's fastest growing regions, Rialto has retained a small town atmosphere and similar quality of life. Rialto is an ethnically diverse and progressive community, which boasts several unique community assets including its own Police and Fire Departments, a Municipal Airport, a City owned Racquet and Fitness Center, Performing Arts Theater, a Community Center and a brand new Senior Center. Rialto is conveniently located to various recreational pursuits from the mountains, beaches and desert.
The cost of living and quality of life play a major role in determining a company's ability to attract and retain the best employees. Working people at every level want to own homes, especially close to where they work. Rialto's housing mix and home costs are some of the most affordable in the southern California region. First-time home buyers find Rialto more affordable than almost any other comparable community in the region. Executives and those seeking high-end homes also find they can purchase much more home for their money here in Rialto. This lower cost of living in Rialto also translates into more discretionary income for residents, which is good for retailers and service providers.
Rialto is an ethnically diverse and family oriented community. Home and family are very important in Rialto.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2008: $292,100
Demographics
Population in July 2009: 98,702. Rialto covers 21.9 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,240 feet above sea level. Zip codes: 92376, 92377 - Area code: 909
Weather
Rialto, CA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.
The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 96.20 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is December with an average minimum temperature of 41.20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be relatively big during summer with a difference that can reach 33 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 25 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Rialto is 24.49 Inches. Winter months tend to be wetter than summer months. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 5.89 Inches.
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