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Often simply called “Rancho” by locals, Rancho Cucamonga is a thriving suburban town in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains that has boomed in popularity among families and large companies since the 1970s. Known for its wineries, access to nature, and large outdoor shopping areas, this sunny Southern California city is an ideal setting for an active retirement.

Home care, or in-home care, in Rancho Cucamonga is a service which offers compassion and help to seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and wish to remain in their homes. Levels of care vary according to need, and can include companionship, meal prep, cleaning, transportation, and help with ADLs like bathing and dressing. Home care aides are trained to understand the nuances of senior care but generally aren’t licensed to provide medical services.

A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help find the right home care provider in Rancho Cucamonga for you or your loved one.

Cost of Home Care in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

The median monthly cost of a home health aide is about $5,000 in the Rancho Cucamonga area and around $5,300 in the state of California, according to Genworth.

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Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Rancho Cucamonga are rated 32 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated substantially above average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Grocery	Clothing
132	146	134	131	132	131

Income and Housing

Median income age 45-64	Median income age 65+	Median household income	Average individual income	Median employee salary	Average property tax	One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate
$92,195 per year	$49,485 per year	$80,585 per year	$32,045 per year	$43,577 per year	$4,781 per year	$957 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Rancho Cucamonga, CA include:

Chino Valley Medical Center

• Facility type: corporate, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 110+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, inpatient surgery

Montclair Hospital Medical Center

• Facility type: corporate, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 100+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

San Antonio Regional Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 360+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

Weather and Climate

Rancho Cucamonga, like most of the Los Angeles area, has a type of dry subtropical climate called Mediterranean. This means the city has hot summers with very little rainfall, and cool but not cold winters with slightly more precipitation than the summer months. The average humidity level is 61% and remains steady throughout the year, usually not exceeding 65%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
56.6°F	67.9°F	45.3°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
78.3°F	95°F	61.5°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 127

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average Annual Precipitation: 14.8″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median age	Percent of population over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
36.6	11.1%	177,473	4,446.9 per square mile	3

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.8%	12.9%	9.3%	37.9%	0.3%	5.8%	36.8%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Rancho Cucamonga, CA: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 68/100

2016 Presidential Election

Democratic	Republican	Other
52.1%	41.5%	6.3%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Once an agricultural village with some of the earliest wineries in California, Rancho Cucamonga — often simply referred to as “Rancho” by locals — is a thriving suburban town in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains that has boomed in popularity among families and large companies since incorporating with neighboring Alta Loma and Etiwanda in 1977.

Outdoor shopping centers like Terra Vista Town Center and Victoria Gardens — which includes the Lewis Family Playhouse for live performances — provide spectacular views of Cucamonga Peak and help create centralized retail spots for a city that’s essentially a collection of residential communities in the eastern outskirts of the Greater Los Angeles area. Central Park offers plenty of recreational activities for all ages, including walking paths, playgrounds, and the James L. Brulte Senior Center, where retirees have access to a wide range of social clubs, fitness programs, and entertainment options.

Residents looking to stay active and take advantage of the warm Southern California climate will have their hands full, as the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail runs right through Rancho Cucamonga and gives bicyclists, walkers, and their dogs about 18 miles of paved lanes and well-maintained greenspaces to exercise. If you’re looking to venture into the wilderness, nature trails to Sapphire Falls and Etiwanda Falls allow for moderate mountain hikes. Golf courses in the area include Red Hill Country Club, Upland Hills Country Club, Marshall Canyon, and Sierra Lakes.

Transportation

Public transportation in Rancho Cucamonga is available via the OmniTrans, which provides bus service throughout San Bernardino County and offers discounted passes for seniors as well as a curb-to-curb program called OmniAccess for riders with disabilities. Metrolink, Southern California’s commuter rail service, has a stop in Rancho Cucamonga and also offers discounted rates for seniors.