Diamond Bar

About Diamond Bar

Diamond Bar lies at the junction of the Orange and Pomona freeways, among the hills and valleys of Brea Canyon in Los Angeles County. Its neighboring communities include Walnut, Pomona, Yorba Linda and Rowland Heights, and Los Angeles is 27 miles to the west.

Diamond Bar now has more than 55,800 residents. There always seems to be something happening in the city, from its city birthday celebrations in April to Winter Snow Fest in December. Its Independence Day fireworks displays and free outdoor concerts in Sycamore Canyon Park also attract big crowds.

The History of Diamond Bar

The area where Diamond Bar now sits was originally part of Rancho Los Nogales. The ranch changed hands several times before Frederich E. Lewis took ownership in 1918. He named it Diamond Bar Ranch, after the branding iron he created featuring a diamond over a bar. The Transamerica Corporation assumed ownership of the ranch in 1956 and set about transforming it into a master-planned community. Its first homes were constructed in 1960, kick-starting a development boom that continues today. Diamond Bar was officially incorporated in 1989 and has continued to grow ever since.

Jobs in Diamond Bar

Diamond Bar's unemployment rate is significantly lower than the national average, and jobs continue to grow in this dynamic coastal city. It's consistently rated as one of America's best cities for business for its streamlined permit process, low taxes and business fees, and excellent location. You'll find a number of local jobs in sales, management and administration support roles. The city's top employers include South Coast Air Quality Management, Travelers Insurance, Southcoast Cabinet, AAA Auto Club of Southern California, and the Walnut Valley and Pomona Unified School Districts.

Diamond Bar Schools

Diamond Bar's public schools belong to one of two school districts: Walnut Valley Unified School District and Pomona Unified School District. There are also a few private schools in the area, most of them faith-based.

Resources for Moving to Diamond Bar

Here are a few resources that can help you plan your transition to Diamond Bar:

• Utilities: The Walnut Valley Water District manages water and sewer services in Diamond Bar. Most areas of the city use Southern California Edison or Southern California Gas as their main energy provider.
• Garbage and Recycling: Most areas in Diamond Bar have curbside collection of trash and recyclables.
• Transportation: The MTA Bus and MetroLink Rail provide public transportation in and around Diamond Bar. The city also offers Dial-a-Ride services for local senior citizens.

Diamond Bar Housing

Diamond Bar is known for its attractive homes, ranging from cozy single-family dwellings and townhouses to sprawling luxury residences. The majority of local properties are not new, but they have a retro charm that locals find appealing. Median home prices are significantly higher than the California average, due in part to the city's central location.