Banning is a city in Riverside County, California, located in the San Gorgonio Pass between the San Bernardino and San Jacinto mountains. This strategic location has historically made it a key transportation corridor, once a significant stagecoach and railroad stop between Los Angeles and Arizona. Today, it is known as the "Gateway to the Desert" for travelers heading to Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley.
With a population of around 31,000, Banning offers a small-town atmosphere with a rich history, which it celebrates with an annual "Stagecoach Days" festival. Its geography provides stunning mountain views and a semi-arid climate.
Key points of interest in and around Banning include the Gilman Historic Ranch and Wagon Museum, the Malki Museum, and its proximity to major attractions like the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and the Desert Hills Premium Outlets. It also serves as a gateway to outdoor recreation, with easy access to the San Bernardino National Forest, Mount San Jacinto State Park, and Joshua Tree National Park.
Banning has 12,194 households, with an average household size of 2.65. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Banning do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 33,428 people call Banning home. The population density is 236.51 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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