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Site Selection It's all about location. Query available commercial properties and pick the right spot for you. | Calling all entrepreneurs: The Fontana Economic Development Department is your one-stop shop for starting a business in Fontana. | View information regarding ongoing projects taking place across the City. |
All businesses operating within the City of Fontana (even if not located within the City) must obtain a business license. | View a map of vacant properties and their distance from the City sewer systems. | From preliminary to construction, view the step-by-step development process. | Booklet (PDF) This includes a Step-by-Step Sidewalk Vending Checklist and other information on how to get approved to be a side-walk vendor in the City of Fontana |
Citywide Demographics
If you are interested in obtaining demographics for a specific area within the City of Fontana, please email Economic Development Analyst, Rhonesia Perry with your request.
Population
Fontana Population | 213,739 |
2010 Census | 196,472 |
2000 Census | 165,065 |
1990 Census | 114,167 |
Population Growth 2010-2018 | 8.8% |
Median Age | 29.6 |
Households
2021 Projection | 52,004 |
2016 Survey | 50,557 |
2010 Census | 49,116 |
2000 Census | 42,601 |
Growth 2010-2016 | 2.93% |
2019 Tenure of Occupied Housing Units
Owner Occupied | 38,590 |
Renter Occupied | 20,843 |
Total Units | 59,433 |
2018 Estimated Household Averages
Average Household Size | 4.10 |
Average Household Income | $76,910 |
Median Household Income | $68,304 |
Per Capita Income | $19,619 |
2018 Estimated Households by Household Income
Income less than $15,000 | 7,122 | 8.1% |
Income $15,000-$24,999 | 7,519 | 8.5% |
Income $25,000-$34,999 | 8,144 | 9.2% |
Income $35,000-$49,999 | 12,613 | 14.3% |
Income $50,000-$74,999 | 17,183 | 19.5% |
Income $75,000-$99,999 | 13,649 | 15.5% |
Income $100,000-$149,999 | 13,532 | 15.3% |
Income $150,000-$199,999 | 5,048 | 5.7% |
Income more than $200,000 | 3,399 | 3.9% |
Total Estimated Households | 88,209 | 100% |
*All above statistics source: U.S Census Bureau and Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI)
- Development Brochure (PDF) - A brief overview of the City's development process as well as helpful information and tips for developers
- Small Business Resource Packet (PDF) - Provides general information on local departments and organizations related to small business assistance
- Side-Walk Vendor Booklet (PDF) - This includes a Step-by-Step Sidewalk Vending Checklist and other information on how to get approved to be a side-walk vendor in the City of Fontana
The following links are agreements between the City of Fontana and the entities listed below: