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Hacienda Heights, CA

Hacienda Heights is an unincorporated suburban community in Los Angeles County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, the community had a total population of 54,191, up from 54,038 at the 2010 census. For statistical purposes, the Census Bureau has defined Hacienda Heights as a census-designated place (CDP). It is the second largest CDP in Los Angeles County by area, behind Topanga, and the country's fourth largest CDP by population.

Hacienda Heights is in the eastern San Gabriel Valley bordering the City of Industry to the North, Whittier to the West, La Habra Heights to the South, and Rowland Heights to the East along the Pomona Freeway - Route 60. Hacienda Heights is a predominantly residential neighborhood.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the community has a total area of 11.2 square miles (29 km2). 11.2 square miles (29 km2) of it is land and 0.06% is water. Hacienda Heights also has the Puente Hills forming its 'green belt' southern border and much of its western border. The highest point is Workman Hill at 1,391 feet (424 m). Coyotes are a common concern among residents.

Hacienda Heights sits on land that was originally part of Rancho La Puente. During Spanish rule, the land around Hacienda Heights was operated by the nearby Mission San Gabriel Arcángel in San Gabriel. The Rancho was eventually acquired by John A. Rowland and William Workman in 1845 via a Mexican land grant, and eventually acquired by Elias "Lucky" Baldwin in the mid-1870s. In 1912, his descendant, Anita Baldwin, sold the property to Edwin Hart and Jet Torrance. In 1913 the pair subdivided the area and named it North Whittier Heights, which became known for avocado, citrus, and walnut orchards. However, from the Great Depression era to the early 1940s, citrus growing became unprofitable because of pests and diseases, setting the impetus for the area's transformation into a suburb.

Accelerating in the 1950s, suburban residential development transformed Hacienda Heights into a residential or bedroom community. In 1960, the Hacienda Heights Branch of the Los Angeles County Public Library opened. The following year, in 1961, the area was renamed Hacienda Heights. In 1964, the local newspaper, the Hacienda Heights Highlander, was established.

The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services operates the Pomona Health Center in Pomona, serving Hacienda Heights. Hacienda Heights focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Hacienda Heights Recreation and Community Services Department offers. 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 the YMCA and My Gym Mobile. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hacienda Heights, such as the Hacienda Hills Trailhead and the Peter F Schabarum Regional County Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and the enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Hacienda Heights, CA are  Hsi Lai Temple, Workman, Temple Family Homestead Museum, and Peter F. Schabarum Regional Park.

Population: 54,956 (2023). ZIP code: 91745. Area codes: 626, 562. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Area: 11.2 square miles (29 km2).

FAQs

Is Hacienda Heights, CA expensive to live in?

The median home price in Hacienda Heights is $1,000,000 with a median price per sqft of $513. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Hacienda Heights to be 235.2% of the national average. This makes it one of the most expensive cities in the US.

Is Hacienda Heights, CA a nice place to live?

Living in Hacienda Heights offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Hacienda Heights there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Hacienda Heights and residents tend to be liberal. 

What is the Crime Rate in Hacienda Heights, CA?

The crime rate in Hacienda Heights is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 17 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 Hacienda Heights is 1 in 60. Based on FBI crime data, Hacienda Heights is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Hacienda Heights has a crime rate that is higher than 40% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

Los Angeles County

Hacienda Heights’ Recreation and Community Services Department

YMCA 

My Gym Mobile

Hacienda Hills Trailhead

Hsi Lai Temple

Workman, and Temple Family Homestead Museum

Peter F. Schabarum Regional Park

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Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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