Browse Norco, CA candidates and local races for the 2026 elections. City council, mayor, and ballot measures.
Norco is known as 'Horsetown USA' — one of the last remaining equestrian communities in Southern California. With mandatory horse trail easements, minimum half-acre lots, and an animal-friendly culture, Norco's politics center on preserving its unique semi-rural character against urban encroachment.
Norco's 5-member council is elected at-large. The equestrian identity creates a clear litmus test for candidates — anyone perceived as anti-animal-keeping or pro-densification faces steep opposition. CNUSD school board races are shared with Corona and engage parents across both cities. The Norco Animal Rescue Team (NART) endorsement matters.
Norco is predominantly white and conservative — one of the most Republican-leaning cities in Riverside County. Voters are property owners on large lots, many with horses and livestock. The equestrian community is politically organized and votes as a bloc on animal-keeping and zoning issues. Household incomes are above the county median. Turnout is strong (55-65%).
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