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Lawndale, CA

Lawndale is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. The population was 32,769 at the 2010 census, up from 31,712 according to the 2000 census. The city is in the South Bay region of the Greater Los Angeles Area.

From the 1780s onward, the area that is now Lawndale was part of the Rancho Sausal Redondo, a land grant given by the Spanish colonial government that includes much of what is now the South Bayshore region. In 1905, Charles B. Hopper first subdivided the area and named it after the Chicago neighborhood of the same name. Lots sold slowly and different promotions were tried, such as promoting Lawndale as a chicken-raising area. The first railway to run through Lawndale was the Inglewood Division of the Redondo Railway which would later become part of the Pacific Electric "Red Car" system. It ran down the middle of Railway Avenue (now Hawthorne Boulevard) until 1933. In 1927, the Santa Fe railroad arrived. After World War II, the immense demand for housing from returning veterans and California newcomers resulted in Lawndale's formation as a bedroom community. On December 28, 1959, it was incorporated as a city.

Starting in the 1970s, Lawndale's relatively low housing prices but more desirable location relative to its neighboring cities attracted absentee landlords and a substantial portion of its residents increasingly became renters.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.0 square miles (5.2 km2), all land. Lawndale is bordered by Redondo Beach on the west and southwest, Hawthorne on the north, Torrance on the southeast, and the unincorporated area of El Camino Village (also known as Alondra Park) on the east. Lawndale is serviced by Interstate 405, Hawthorne Boulevard (State Route 107), and Artesia Boulevard (State Route 91), which becomes a freeway farther east. Lawndale is 5.7 miles southeast of Los Angeles International Airport. Lawndale is serviced by the following public transit: the Lawndale Beat, the Gardena Bus 1, Metro Green Line, and Metro buses 211, 40, and 740, the latter two of which are operated by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The Lawndale Beat bus has been suspended until further notice.

Lawndale emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs Lawndale 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 Senior Health & Wellness, NextStep Fitness, and Legendary Fitness Training. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lawndale, such as the Lawndale Trail and Rudolph Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Lawndale, CA are Alondra Park, Wonder of Dinosaurs, and ESMoA. 

Population: 32,769 (2010). ZIP code: 90260. Area: 1.97 mi². Elevation: 59′. Area code: 310.

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Is Lawndale, CA a good area to live in?

Living in Lawndale offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Lawndale, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families live in Lawndale and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Lawndale are above average.

What is the crime rate in Lawndale, CA?

The crime rate in Lawndale is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 21 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 Lawndale is 1 in 47. Based on FBI crime data, Lawndale is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Lawndale has a crime rate that is higher than 63% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Lawndale, CA expensive to live in?

Lawndale, California's cost of living is 46% higher than the national average. Lawndale's housing expenses are 110% 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.

Sources
Wikipedia

City of Lawndale

Lawndale Recreation and Community Services Department

Senior Health & Wellness

NextStep Fitness

Legendary Fitness Training

Lawndale Trail 

Rudolph Park

Alondra Park

Wonder of Dinosaurs

AdventurePlex

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

Payscale

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