Ontario is a city located in the San Bernardino County of California. It has an estimated population of 173,118 according to the 2019 census. According to BestPlaces, Ontario ranks well in many aspects. It has an overall rank of 31 out of 645 metro areas in the U.S., having high rankings for housing (27) and cost of living (108). Additionally, its commute time ranks at 107/645 which is lower than the national average of 61/100. Although it has a slightly elevated crime rate (418/645), its livability score is still above average at 60/100. All these factors make Ontario a safe, affordable and desirable place to live with easy access to amenities and services.
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