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Apple Valley, California Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Apple Valley is 74,000, with 48% male and 52% female. The population has grown steadily in recent years, largely due to its location within the Inland Empire and its appeal as a suburban and affordable desert community.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1948
  • County: San Bernardino County
  • Land area: 73.5 square miles
  • Population density: 1,007 people per square mile
  • Area code: 760
  • Zip code: 92307, 92308

Geography and Location

Apple Valley is located in the High Desert region of Southern California, within San Bernardino County. The town is part of the Victor Valley area, along with Victorville and Hesperia, and is situated about 90 miles northeast of Los Angeles. Apple Valley is bordered by the San Bernardino Mountains to the south and the Mojave Desert to the north, providing a stark and scenic desert landscape. The town experiences an arid desert climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters. Apple Valley’s location along State Route 18 and close proximity to Interstate 15 provides easy access to the Inland Empire, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. The local economy is primarily based on retail, services, and healthcare, with residents often commuting to nearby Victorville or other parts of the region for work. Apple Valley is known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere, outdoor recreational opportunities, and large residential lots, which attract families and retirees. The nearby San Bernardino National Forest and Mojave National Preserve offer ample opportunities for hiking, camping, and exploring the desert environment.

Demographics

Median resident age: 35.4 years
Median household income: $40,421
Median house value: $112,700

Population by Race

Races in Apple Valley:

  • White Non-Hispanic (67.7%)
  • Hispanic (18.6%)
  • Other race (7.9%)
  • Black (7.9%)
  • Two or more races (4.4%)
  • American Indian (2.3%)
  • Filipino (0.8%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: German (16.5%), Irish (11.4%), English (10.7%), United States (6.1%), Italian (6.0%), French (3.2%).

Elevation: 2947 feet

Land area: 73.3 square miles

Map of Apple Valley, CA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Apple Valley

  • High school or higher: 82.4%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 16.4%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.6%
  • Unemployed: 8.9%
  • Mean travel time to work: 33.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Apple Valley town

  • Never married: 22.7%
  • Now married: 58.0%
  • Separated: 2.5%
  • Widowed: 6.5%
  • Divorced: 10.2%

7.6% Foreign born (3.8% Latin America, 1.8% Asia, 1.3% Europe).

Population change in the 1990s: +7,476 (+16.0%).

Hospitals

Hospital/medical center in Apple Valley:

  • ST MARY MEDICAL CENTER (18300 HIGHWAY 18)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Apple Valley:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Apple Valley:

  • SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LOGISTICS (about 12 miles; VICTORVILLE, CA; Abbreviation: VCV)
  • SAN BERNARDINO INTERNATIONAL (about 30 miles; SAN BERNARDINO, CA; Abbreviation: SBD)
  • ONTARIO INTL (about 42 miles; ONTARIO, CA; Abbreviation: ONT)

Other public-use airports nearest to Apple Valley:

Amtrak station near Apple Valley:

  • 6 miles: VICTORVILLE (16858 D ST.). Services: fully wheelchair accessible, public payphones, free short-term parking, taxi stand, intercity bus service.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Apple Valley:

  • VICTOR VALLEY COLLEGE (about 10 miles; VICTORVILLE, CA; Full-time enrollment: 4,963)
  • CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-SAN BERNARDINO (about 24 miles; SAN BERNARDINO, CA; Full-time enrollment: 11,953)
  • SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE (about 29 miles; SAN BERNARDINO, CA; Full-time enrollment: 6,100)
  • UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS (about 33 miles; REDLANDS, CA; Full-time enrollment: 4,106)
  • CRAFTON HILLS COLLEGE (about 35 miles; YUCAIPA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 2,722)
  • CHAFFEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 36 miles; RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 7,749)
  • RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 41 miles; RIVERSIDE, CA; Full-time enrollment: 10,798)

Schools

Public high schools in Apple Valley:

  • GRANITE HILLS HIGH (Students: 2,078; Location: 2290 ESAWS; Grades: 08 – 12)
  • APPLE VALLEY HIGH (Students: 1,952; Location: 11837 NAVAJO; Grades: 08 – 12)
  • WILLOW PARK HIGH (CONT.) (Students: 146; Location: 21950 NISQUALLY ROAD; Grades: 09 – 12)

Private high schools in Apple Valley:

  • APPLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 441; Location: 22434 NISQUALLY ROAD; Grades: PK – 12)
  • APPLE VALLEY VILLAGE SCHOOL (Students: 52; Location: 21482 YUCCA LOMA ROAD; Grades: PK – 12)
  • DESERT SPRINGS (Students: 14; Location: PO BOX 1662/12935 CENTRAL ROAD; Grades: 8 – 12)

Biggest public primary/middle schools in Apple Valley:

  • VISTA CAMPANA MIDDLE (Students: 1,652; Location: 20700 THUNDERBIRD; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • ACADEMY FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE (Students: 940; Location: 17500 MANA ROAD; Grades: KG – 12)
  • YUCCA LOMA ELEMENTARY (Students: 840; Location: 21351 YUCCA LOMA ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)
  • RIO VISTA ELEMENTARY (Students: 717; Location: 13590 HAVASU ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)
  • SYCAMORE ROCKS ELEMENTARY (Students: 676; Location: 23450 SOUTH ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)
  • DESERT KNOLLS ELEMENTARY (Students: 674; Location: 18213 SYMERON DR.; Grades: KG – 05)
  • RANCHO VERDE ELEMENTARY (Students: 667; Location: 14334 PIONEER ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)
  • MARIANA ELEMENTARY (Students: 628; Location: 10601 MANHASSET ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)
  • MOJAVE MESA ELEMENTARY (Students: 591; Location: 15552 WITCHITA ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)
  • MESQUITE ELEMENTARY (Students: 582; Location: 12951 MESQUITE ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)

Private primary/middle schools in Apple Valley:

  • ST MARY S REGIONAL CATHOLIC SC (Students: 287; Location: 18350 HIGHWAY 18; Grades: PK – 8)
  • ST TIMOTHY’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (Students: 140; Location: 15757 ST TIMTHY RD; Grades: PK – 8)
  • APPLE VALLEY CHILD CARE CENTER (Students: 36; Location: 18609 CORWIN RD; Grades: PK – KG)
  • VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (Students: 32; Location: 19923 BEAR VALLEY ROAD; Grades: PK – 6)
  • HIGH DESERT HAVEN (Students: 19; Location: 20601 HIGHWAY 18; Grades: UG – UG)
  • APPLE VALLEY PVT SCH LEARN CNT (Students: 14; Location: PO BOX 2697; Grades: KG – 10)
  • CAROL SMILLIE LEARNING OPPORT (Students: 9; Location: 22840 PAH-UTE RD.; Grades: PK – 8)

 

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