About Victorville

Aerial photo of the City of Victorville

Welcome to Victorville!

Located in Southern California at the high-point between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, Victorville is the leading city for both industry and retail in the High Desert region.  Victorville is a growing, vibrant community that is home to approximately 137,000 residents and some of the area's largest employers.  Clean air, abundant mountain vistas, family-friendly recreational activities, spectacular sunsets and breathtaking night skies entice locals and visitors alike to fall in love with our City.  We're within a few hours of SoCal beaches, National Parks, mountain retreats, and other major attractions; and Ontario International Airport is less than an hour away.

Demographics

A crowd of people at the 2025 Victorville Fall Festival

 

In 2020, the residential population of Victorville was approximately 128,000 residents. Since then, Victorville has seen an 11.5% increase in population with a new population of approximately 136,000 residents. Estimates suggest that this figure more than doubles during business hours to accommodate the needs of more than 400,000 people who call the Victor Valley home. Victorville is the economic engine of the Victor Valley and the largest commercial center between San Bernardino and the Nevada border. Victorville draws consumers from well beyond the immediate area, including those traveling to Nevada and residents located in neighboring communities.  

Victorville’s demographic composition reflects a balanced gender distribution, with 50.1% female and 49.9% male residents.  

Victorville has a strong workforce with a total of 57,767 individuals. The occupational landscape encompasses a diverse spectrum, as 37% of residents engage in blue-collar professions, while 63% are employed in white-collar roles.  

The community’s median age stands at 31, underscoring a youthful and dynamic population. Educational achievements are noteworthy, with 78% of Victorville residents holding a high school degree of higher, and 22% possessing an associate degree or advanced credentials.  

Highlighting the cultural diversity, Victorville is home to a diverse group of ethnicities, including 54% Hispanic, 19% African American, 18% Caucasian, and 10% from various other backgrounds. This demographic variety contributes to the City’s vibrant and inclusive character. 

Dine

Restaurant row sign at night in Victorville.

 

Restaurant Row is the High Desert's premiere dining destination featuring 19 eateries including California's first Cracker Barrel. Options for sit-down meals include BJ's Restaurant and Brew House, Pancho Villa's, Panera Bread, Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steak Burgers, the Original Roadhouse Grill, Chili's, Applebee's, Johnny Carino's and Mimi's Cafe. Quick bites are offered by Starbucks, Angry Chickz, The Habit Burger Grill, The Don Kabob, Ono Hawaiian BBQ, and Sonic Drive-In. Nekter Juice Bar offers healthy options. Whatever your palate craves, you'll find it at our Restaurant Row.

Explore

Aerial image of mojave riverbed and Victorville

Victorville is located within a few hours of SoCal beaches, Mountain Retreats, and National Parks. Making it a convenient hub for exploring a wide range of landscapes.

Here is a quick list of some of the more popular destinations for the perfect day trip if you're in the mood to explore:

Mountains

  • Big Bear
  • Wrightwood
  • Lake Arrowhead

Beaches

  • Huntington Beach
  • San Diego

National Parks

  • Sequioa & Kings Canyon

Visit one of our museums to learn more about Victorville and our surrounding area: 

Play

There is plenty to do in the City of Victorville! Between activities hosted by our Recreation Department, playing a round of golf at the Green Tree Golf Course, or fishing at Mojave Narrows Regional Park there is something for everyone!

Visit one of our 19 Victorville Parks.

Bright green grass, swing set, bright colored slide and a shade structure at Victorville's Brentwood Park.

Give it your best swing at the Green Tree Golf Course.

Vibrant green grass at the Green Tree Golf Course, with a flagstick marking the hole. With large green trees in the far distance.

Enjoy nature at Mojave Narrows Regional Park.

Body of water reflecting big, fluffy trees.

Or get your nature walk in and visit Victorville Mojave Riverwalk.

Victorville Mojave Riverwalk brick sign with Joshua Tree and a flagpole in the distance.

 

Shop

Aerial image of the Mall of Victor Valley

Victorville offers an array of department specialty stores, supermarkets, and discounts stores and is also home to the Mall of Victor Valley. The only mall in the High Desert! 

From Auto Parks to high profile shopping centers, Victorville truly caters to residents and all their shopping needs. 

Our major retail centers are:

  • Desert Plazas
  • Dunia Plaza
  • The Auto Park at Valley Center 
  • The Crossroads @ 395 
  • The Mall of Victor Valley