Riviera, Montverde

Riviera is an unincorporated community and planned community located in Emerson County, Montverde. The population was 8,705 in 2016.

History
Riviera was created by MG Homes on land given to the company across the Emerson Bay.

Geography
According to the Union Census Bureau, the place has a total area of 5.11 square miles, of which 2.43 square miles is land and 2.68 square miles are water, particularly parts of the Emerson Bay.

Demographics
As of the census of 2016, there were 8,705 people, and 3,047 households residing in the town. The population density was 3,582 inhabitants per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 77.8% White, 5.1% African American, 0.7% Native American, 14.6% Asian, 1.9% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

Government
The area is not incorporated and thus falls under county rule. Municipal services are provided by Emerson.

Schools
Riviera has it's own schools;
 * Riviera Primary School
 * Riviera High School