City of Riverside

About The City of Riverside

With a population of more than 300,000, the City of Riverside is ranked as the 12th largest city in California and the 6th largest city in Southern California. The City is the seat of the 2nd fastest growing county in the nation and leads the region known as the Inland Empire in virtually every measure of economic power.

Riverside’s location positions it as one of Southern California’s major transportation hubs. The City is accessible via Interstate 215, the Riverside (91) and 60 Freeways and BNSF and UPSP railroads. Riverside is home to four nationally recognized higher education institutions, supporting a student population of 50,000. As the home of several exciting events such as The Riverside Festival of Lights, Smithsonian Week and Mariachi Festival, Riverside is the perfect place to live, learn, work and play.

Visit the City of Riverside Website at: http://www.riversideca.gov/