Inland Empire
Region Overview


The Inland Empire covers more than 27,000 square miles of both Riverside and San Bernardino counties, with a population of approximately 4 million people. The region is growing rapidly with residents migrating in search of affordable housing in Southern California. It is an area full of opportunities for economic growth and innovation. The landscape consists of vast mountain ranges, large metropolitan areas, a handful of National Parks and Preserves, rural communities, several lakes and reservoirs – it is a true hidden gem. When joining forces, an equitable and sustainable plan for the future of the region can be created.
Inland Empire is the birthplace of . . .
Innovation


Carousel Mall Renovation Project


The Palm Desert iHub


Tunnel to Ontario International Airport

Innovation


Carousel Mall Renovation Project

The Palm Desert iHub

Tunnel to Ontario International Airport
Inspiration


Salton Sea North Lake Pilot Demonstration Project


The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art, Culture & Inland Southern California


Mission Heritage Plaza: Civil Rights Institute

Inspiration


Salton Sea North Lake Pilot Demonstration Project

The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art, Culture & Inland Southern California

Mission Heritage Plaza: Civil Rights Institute

The Inland Empire is home to some of the most resilient communities within the state. I’m happy to serve our region and help to create equitable opportunities that we deserve.
Aaron Dill, Inland Empire RERC
Region By Numbers

Explore these numbers and additional key Inland Empire demographic, economic, and business data on the Community & Place-Based Data Tool. Uncover other data tools, regional plans, and resources on the Data & Knowledge Library Page.
Population
4,621,370
Total Households
1,449,874
Total Establishments
134,468
Educational Attainment
Associate
|
8% |
Bachelor’s
|
15% |
Graduate
|
8% |
Labor Force
2,158,908
Regional Contacts

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HRTC Contacts
The Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) will support an inclusive High Road Training Collaborative (HRTC) in this region, in charge of creating economic development recovery and transition strategies. To be a part of this region’s processes to advance economic prosperity and equity, contact the HRTC conveners.
California Community & Place-Based Solutions
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Sacramento, CA 95814
Tel: 877-345-4633
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