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Beverly Hills, CA

Beverly Hills is a city located in Los Angeles County, California, United States. A notable and historic suburb of Los Angeles, it is located immediately southwest of the Hollywood Hills, approximately 12.2 miles (19.6 km) northwest of downtown Los Angeles. Beverly Hills' land area totals to 5.71 square miles (14.8 km2), and (together with the neighboring smaller city of West Hollywood to the east) is surrounded by the city of Los Angeles. According to the 2020 census, the city has a population of 32,701; marking a decrease of 1,408 from the 2010 census count of 34,109.

In American popular culture, Beverly Hills has been known primarily as an affluent location within Greater Los Angeles, which corresponds to higher property values and taxes in the area. The city is well known for its Rodeo Drive shopping district which includes many designer brands. Throughout its history, the city has been home to many celebrities. It is also home to numerous hotels and resorts, including the Beverly Hilton and the Beverly Hills Hotel. The city has been featured in many movies, television series, music, and media, in the United States and internationally.

After its initial settlement in 1828, Beverly Hills first developed primarily as an agricultural community, originally centered around Rancho Rodeo de las Aguas, a Mexican-era rancho grant. Beverly Hills was first incorporated as a city in September 1914 by a group of investors who had failed to find oil but found water instead and eventually decided to develop it into a town.

Beverly Hills and the neighboring city of West Hollywood are together entirely surrounded by the city of Los Angeles. Beverly Hills is bordered on the northwest by the Los Angeles neighborhood of Bel-Air and the Santa Monica Mountains, on the east by West Hollywood, the Carthay neighborhood of Los Angeles, and the Fairfax District of Los Angeles, and on the south by the Beverlywood neighborhood of Los Angeles. The area's "Platinum Triangle" is formed by the city of Beverly Hills and the Los Angeles neighborhoods of Bel Air and Holmby Hills.

Gaspar de Portolá arrived in the area that would later become Beverly Hills on August 3, 1769, traveling along native trails that followed the present-day route of Wilshire Boulevard. The area was settled by Californio ranchera María Rita Quinteros de Valdez and her husband in 1828. They called their 4,500 acres (18 km2) of property the Rancho Rodeo de las Aguas. In 1854, she sold the ranch to Benjamin Davis Wilson (1811–1878) and Henry Hancock (1822–1883). By the 1880s, the ranch had been subdivided into parcels of 75 acres (0.30 km2) and was being rapidly bought up by Anglos from Los Angeles and the East Coast.

Beverly Hills emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Beverly Hills  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 Equinox, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, and Employee Fitness Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Beverly Hills, such as Franklin Canyon Park and Coldwater Canyon Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Beverly Hills, CA are Rodeo Drive, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Greystone Mansion & Gardens: The Doheny Estate.

Population: 30,974 (2023). ZIP codes: 90209–90213. Area code: 310. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Area: 6.2 square miles (16 km2).

FAQs

Is Beverly Hills, CA expensive?

Beverly Hills, California's cost of living is 159% higher than the national average. Beverly Hills's housing expenses are 570% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 11% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 28% higher than the national average.

Is Beverly Hills, CA a good place to live?

Beverly Hills is in Los Angeles County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Beverly Hills offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Beverly Hills, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Beverly Hills and residents tend to be liberal. 

What is the crime rate in Beverly Hills, CA?

With a crime rate of 49 per one thousand residents, Beverly Hills has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 21. Within California, more than 96% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Beverly Hills.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Beverly Hills

Los Angeles County

Beverly Hills  Recreation and Community Services Department

Equinox

Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills 

Employee Fitness Center

Franklin Canyon Park 

Coldwater Canyon Park

Rodeo Drive

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Greystone Mansion & Gardens: The Doheny Estate

Payscale

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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