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Azusa, CA

Azusa is a city in the San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles County, California United States at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains located 20 miles (32 km) east of downtown Los Angeles. Its population was 50,000 in 2020, an increase from 46,361 at the 2010 census. Azusa is located along historic Route 66, which passes through the city on Foothill Boulevard and Alosta Avenue.

Azusa is bordered by the San Gabriel Mountains range to the north, Irwindale to the west, the unincorporated community of Vincent to the southwest, Glendora and the unincorporated community of Citrus to the east, and Covina to the south.

The city is located at the entrance to the San Gabriel Canyon, giving the city its nickname "The Canyon City." It is on the east side of the San Gabriel River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.7 square miles (25 km2); over 99% of it is land.

The place name Azusa dates to the Mexican Alta California era in the 19th century when Azusa was used to refer to the San Gabriel Valley and the San Gabriel River. It appears to have been derived from the Tongva place name Asuksa-nga. The area was part of the homeland of the indigenous Tongva people (Gabrieleño Indians) since at least 55 BC. A backronym, "Azusa stands for everything from A to Z in the U.S.A.", has been a phrase used to promote the city by organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce for many years.

The first Mexican settlement in Azusa was at the Rancho el Susa in 1841, a Mexican land grant from the Alta California Governor Juan Bautista Alvarado to Luis Arenas. In 1844, Arenas sold the rancho's land to Henry Dalton, an English immigrant and wealthy merchant from the Pueblo of Los Angeles, for $7,000. He renamed it Rancho Azusa de Dalton and built a winery, distillery, vinegar house, meat smokehouse, and flour mill. Also, a vineyard was planted. Dalton built a house here on a place known as Dalton Hill, near 6th Street and Cerritos Avenue in Azusa.

Azusa emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Azusa Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Triad Fitness, Athletics For All, and Azusa Pacific University. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Azusa, such as the Azusa BikeTrail Head and the San Gabriel River Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Azusa, CA are Azusa Wilderness Park, Slauson Park, and Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area. 

Population: 48,383 (2024). ZIP code: 91702. Area code: 626. Elevation: 610 ft (186 m). Area: 9.7 square miles (25 km2).

FAQs

What is Azusa, CA famous for?

Azusa is probably best known for its parks, entertainment options, and being home to one of the few universities in the San Gabriel Valley. The Azusa Wilderness Park is in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. The park is known for its hiking trails and San Gabriel River lookout.
 

Is Azusa, CA a good place to live?

Living in Azusa offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Azusa, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Azusa and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Azusa are above average.

What is the crime rate in Azusa, CA?

The crime rate in Azusa is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 23 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Azusa is 1 in 43. Based on FBI crime data, Azusa is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Azusa has a crime rate that is higher than 68% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Azusa

Los Angeles County

Azusa’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Triad Fitness

Athletics For All 

Azusa Pacific University

Azusa BikeTrail Head 

San Gabriel River Trail

Azusa Wilderness Park

Slauson Park

Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area

Sgvintime

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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