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Rancho Cucamonga, California

Rancho Cucamonga, located in San Bernardino County, and has a population of about 150,000 people. In 2006, it was rated number 42 in American as a 'Best Place to Live' by Money Magazine. Rancho Cucamonga’s weather is sunny and dry, with warm summers and very moderate winters. It boasts excellent schools, friendly neighborhoods and its proximity to Los Angeles and many beaches and wonderful things to do. If you are considering moving to Rancho Cucamonga, you will be impressed by its many unique neighborhoods, its lovely parks and its many things to do.

Economy:
The economy in Rancho Cucamonga, California is quite good. A booming city, it is experiencing growth, and the median income is much higher than in other areas of both California and the Nation.  The cost of living there is higher than average as well. Due to its location, Rancho Cucamonga is a major distribution center. It is also the site of the only steel mill in California. Amphastar Pharmaceuticals and Frito-Lay are also major employers there. The future outlook for the economy of Rancho Cucamonga is considered to be quite good.

History:
Rancho Cucamonga was inhabited by many different Indian Tribes for over 3,000 years. The area was controlled first by Spain and then Mexico, establishing a strong heritage that is still evident there. In 1839, Tubercio Tapia was given 13,000 acres of land around Cucamonga by the Mexican Government. He built a home and started a winery there. After California became a state in 1850, and the winery was purchased by John Rains and his wife, who expanded the winery and vineyards. Disputes over water rights caused many problems in the area.

The area changed hands many times, but eventually in 1913, the community had homes, businesses and paved streets. During the 1970s, the area experienced tremendous growth as people from Los Angeles where moving out. Concern for the future of the area made the citizens incorporate as a city in 1977.

Tourism:
Any visit to Rancho Cucamonga should include wine tasting and touring the Joseph Fillipi Winery. You can play golf on a course designed by Arnold Palmer. In the winter, there is skiing and snowboarding at the Big Bear Mountain Resort. The Louis Family Playhouse has plays all year long. See NASCAR events at the Auto Club Speedway. Minor League baseball team the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes play at the Epicenter during the baseball season. The North Etiwanda Preserve has nature trails to hike. It is also important to note that Rancho Cucamonga is very close to Los Angeles, Anaheim and the ocean. You can see all that those cities have to offer quite easily from here.

Colleges and Universities:

• Chaffey College
• San Joaquin Valley College
• University of LaVerne
• University of Redlands

Interesting Facts:

• Rancho Cucamonga means ‘Sandy Ranch.’
• The local baseball team is called the ‘Quakes’

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