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POPULATION 1980*........ 91,788 1990*........110,658 2000*........128,821 2005**......137,751 2010**......146,950 (estimated) Sources: *U.S. Census Bureau **Center for Demographic Research, CSUF AGE DISTRIBUTION Orange offers experiences for everyone, whether it’s taking high tea in an historic Queen Anne mansion, skating a half-pipe at the skate park, horseback riding, listening to a story at the remodeled main library or watching film stars shoot a movie. According to the official age distribution in Orange, the two largest population groups are comprised of young adults from 20 to 34 years of age and middle-aged adults, from 35 to 54 years. 0 - 14 Years.....................22.5% 15 - 19 Years.....................7.1% 20 - 34 Years....................23.5% 35 - 54 Years....................29.4% 55 - 64 Years.....................7.9% 65 - 74 Years.....................5.4% 75+ Years..........................4.3% Median Age: 33.2 years old Source: 2000 Census BUSINESS IN ORANGE While the City’s original merchants sold farming tools, today’s businesses do everything from manufacture computer chips and dental equipment, provide state-of-the-art medical care, finance anything one can imagine, sell cars and, yes, even farming tools. Its diverse business community has helped shield Orange from some of the far-reaching effects of general economic downturns as well as major industry-specific shifts. Orange businesses serve every imaginable business sector. While some are stronger than others, they rely on each other, and all are stronger for it. The ability to utilize local businesses for everything from accounting to shipping to employee health care makes Orange a particularly strong business location. The City Council realizes that maintaining an environment conducive to business growth is good business for all concerned. About two-thirds of the City’s General Fund revenue comes from the business community through sales taxes generated and property taxes, licenses and fees paid. Businesses also provide nearly 100,000 jobs, enabling residents from Orange and neighboring communities to enjoy an enviable quality of life. The City of Orange is accessible from five freeways, a toll road, rail line, buses, etc. – virtually any mode of transportation will take you to Orange.
MAKING SPACE The City of Orange Economic Development Department also works to assist businesses in locating or expanding in Orange. The Department has assisted in facilitating many developments including corporate headquarters, major manufacturing facilities, single retail locations and large retail centers such as The Block at Orange and The Village at Orange.
EMPLOYMENT (2005) Businesses choose Orange for yet another reason—its residents. Orange residents provide an accessible, talented labor pool that enable businesses to recruit from their own community, rather than conduct nationwide searches or spend valuable resources training new-hires. The presence of Santiago Canyon College, a two-year community college; Chapman University, a comprehensive four-year university, with a Business School and Law School; and numerous trade and higher learning institutions, enable companies to draw from an educated work force that meet the needs of almost any business.
HOUSING The diversity of its neighborhoods has continued to make Orange a sought-after community. Singles, seniors, executives, and families can all find neighborhoods to suit their lifestyles. The breadth of activities offered in and around Orange, combined with a solid reputation as a safe Orange County community, make it a choice residential location. More than 118 years after its founding, Orange continues to grow. Not only in size, but in response to changing conditions within and around its borders. By being responsive to changing markets conditions in the real estate and business community, Orange will continue to flourish.
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