Los Angeles County, county in California, United States of America. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 9,943,046 inhabitants. The county was created 174 years ago in 1850. Its county seat is Los Angeles.
With over 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the United States. The county covers 4,751 square miles and contains 88 incorporated cities, many of which are well known across the globe. From the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the surf and sand of coastal cities like Santa Monica, the diversity of cities and neighborhoods across LA County is astounding.
The city of Los Angeles serves as the county seat and is the second largest city in the US after New York City. LA propelled itself onto the world stage when it hosted the 1932 and 1984 Summer Olympics. Iconic sites like the Hollywood Sign, Staples Center, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Griffith Observatory have made LA one of the most famous cities in the world.
Just south of LA, Long Beach stretches along the coast. It is home to the popular Aquarium of the Pacific and the historic Queen Mary ship. Going further south, beach cities like Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, and Torrance offer laidback vibes.
On the eastern end of the county, Pasadena is known for its annual Rose Parade and Rose Bowl game. Continuing east, Glendale houses the Disney Imagineering headquarters while Burbank is home to several movie studios.
The San Gabriel Valley contains cities like Pasadena, Glendale and Pomona. The South Bay region includes Torrance, Carson, Inglewood, Hawthorne and other cities. The Westside is home to Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, and several affluent neighborhoods in the city of Los Angeles.
With such diversity among the many cities and communities, LA County has something to offer everyone. The mix of culture, entertainment, innovation, and natural beauty make it one of the most dynamic regions in the United States.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Los Angeles County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Santa Fe Springs | City in Los Angeles County, California, United States | 17,349 |
Santa Maria | The third most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California. | 105,851 |
Santa Monica | A city in Los Angeles County, California. | 90,024 |
Sierra Madre | City in California | 10,621 |
Signal Hill | City in Orange County, California, USA | 11,280 |
South El Monte | City in Los Angeles County, California, United States | 21,126 |
South Gate | A city in Los Angeles County, California. | 93,134 |
South Pasadena | City in Los Angeles County, California, United States | 24,995 |
South San Gabriel | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California | 8,070 |
South San Jose Hills | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California | 20,551 |
South Whittier | Census designated place | 57,156 |
Temple City | City in California USA | 35,811 |
Torrance | The third most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. | 141,553 |
Val Verde | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California | 2,468 |
Valinda | Census designated place | 22,822 |
Venice | Beachfront neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, USA | 40,885 |
Vernon | City five miles (8. | 285 |
Vincent | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County | 15,922 |
Walnut | Village in California, USA | 29,324 |
Walnut Park | Census designated place | 15,966 |
West Athens | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California | 8,729 |
West Carson | Census designated place | 21,699 |
West Covina | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. | 103,656 |
West Hollywood | City in California | 35,111 |
West Puente Valley | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California | 22,636 |
West Rancho Dominguez | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California | 5,669 |
Westlake Village | Community in California, USA | 8,031 |
Westmont | City in DuPage County, Illinois, United States of America | 31,853 |
Whittier | A city in Los Angeles County, California. | 83,194 |
Willowbrook | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California | 35,983 |