Hemet
City in Riverside County, California
Hemet is a city in Riverside County, California, with 89,833 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,594 ft (486 m) above sea level. The nearest town is East Hemet, 3.2 miles E.
- 89,833residents (2020 Census)
- 1,594 ftelevation · 486 m
- 29.3 sq miland area · 75.8 km²
- 3,070 / sq mipopulation density
- 92545main ZIP code (2 in total)
About Hemet
Hemet is a city in the San Jacinto Valley in Riverside County, California, United States. It covers a total area of 29.3 square miles (76 km2), about half of the valley, which it shares with the neighboring city of San Jacinto. The population was 89,833 at the 2020 census. It borders San Jacinto to the north, East Hemet to the east, Polly Butte and Diamond Valley Lake to the south, and Green Acres to the west.
The founding of Hemet predates the formation of Riverside County. This area was then still part of San Diego County. The formation of Lake Hemet helped the city to grow and stimulated agriculture in the area.
The city is known for being the home of The Ramona Pageant, California's official outdoor play. Started in 1923, the play is one of the longest-running outdoor plays in the United States.
Hemet has been named a Tree City USA for 20 years by the Arbor Day Foundation for its dedication to the local forest. The city is home to the Hemet Valley Medical Center, a 320-bed general hospital.
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Living in Hemet
- Median household income
- $57,719
- Median home value
- $352,200
- Median rent
- $1,575/mo
- Median age
- 39.8
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Hemet had 89,833 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 89,833 |
|---|---|
| Density | 3,070 per sq mi (1,185 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Hemet at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Riverside County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 89,833 (2020) |
| Land area | 29.26 sq mi (75.8 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.7341° N, 116.9968° W |
| ZIP codes | 92545, 92543 |
| Official website | cityofhemet.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0633182 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Hemet
- East Hemet3.2 mi E
- San Jacinto4.5 mi N
- Green Acres4.7 mi W
- Winchester4.8 mi W
- Homeland6.7 mi W
- Valle Vista6.7 mi E
- Romoland9.5 mi W
- Nuevo9.5 mi NW
- Lakeview9.8 mi NW
- Sage10.5 mi SE
- Beaumont10.7 mi N
- Menifee11.2 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Hemet
What county is Hemet in?
Hemet is in Riverside County, California.
What is the population of Hemet, CA?
89,833 people lived in Hemet at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Hemet, CA?
The main ZIP code is 92545. Other ZIP codes: 92543.
What is the elevation of Hemet?
1,594 feet (486 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Hemet?
East Hemet (3.2 mi), San Jacinto (4.5 mi), Green Acres (4.7 mi), Winchester (4.8 mi), Homeland (6.7 mi).
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