Situated in the western part of Riverside County, the city of Corona covers 39.2 square miles and is situated approximately 45 miles southeast of Los Angeles. Presently, the city hosts a population of practically 147,428, with a history that spans more than a century. Many various ethnicities reside here, making an ethnically diverse community. A huge portion of the population are well educated, young families.
There are numerous services and amenities offered to the residents in Corona like for example plenty of basketball courts, sports fields, playgrounds and tennis courts. There are various lovely parks as well as an outdoor swimming pool and two skate parks, all within city limits. Situated in Corona is the Fender Museum of Music and the Arts, that also offers educational music classes. The Public Library in Corona is big and hosts a number of cultural and educational programming. The Senior centre is also a popular place due to the many programs, workshops, and social gatherings that are held there. There is also a recreational airport located
Crime rates have been lessening due to public safety efforts by the Corona Police Department. The Corona Fire Department has also been successful in creating a superior paramedic program.
The financial system is Corona is strong and currently hires over 82,000 individuals. Although the industrial base has played an essential part within the development of the city, office development is growing and the retail and commercial places are starting to expand. Currently, there is over 30 million square feet of industrial area and over 3 million square feet of office area planned, under construction, or already in existence.
Businesses varying from clothing retailers to custom car remodeling have chosen Corona as their headquarters. Among the company include: Anchor Blue Clothing Company, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Hansen Natural Corporation (a soft drinks producer), Watson Pharmaceuticals, and West Coast Customs.