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West Covina, CA

West Covina is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. Located 19 miles (31 km) east of Downtown Los Angeles in the eastern San Gabriel Valley, it is part of Greater Los Angeles. The population of the city was 106,098 at the 2010 census.

West Covina is bordered by Covina to the northeast, Baldwin Park and Irwindale to the northwest, La Puente and Valinda to the southwest, Industry to the south, Ramona to the east, and Walnut to the southeast.

The San Gabriel Valley region has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate, with summer temperatures averaging above 23 °C (73 °F).

The Tongva were the earliest inhabitants of the San Gabriel Valley. Governor Pío Pico sold much of the land of West Covina to John Rowland and William Workman in 1845.

The first permanent settlers arrived in West Covina in 1905. Most famous among them were William Payne, Bob Dancer, Bender, Robinson, and Larsen. They cleared the land of sagebrush and cactus. They also planted the first walnut trees in the area.

West Covina was incorporated as an independent city in 1923 to prevent the city of Covina from building a sewage farm in the area. Benjamin Franklin Maxson Jr. (1897–1928) initiated the incorporation process and was the first mayor. Walnut groves and orange groves continued to flourish. The population in 1930 was 769 and blossomed to 1,549 in 1940. As a result of remarkable expansion during the post–World War II building boom, West Covina became one of the fastest-growing U.S. cities between 1950 and 1960, experiencing a growth in population of 1,025.69%, going from less than 5,000 to more than 50,000 citizens. The decades 1960 and 2000 demonstrated steady growth for West Covina, which had slowed significantly by the time of the 2010 census.

West Covina focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the West Covina’s 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 Planet Fitness, The Exercise Coach, and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around West Covina, such as the Schabarum Grand Spur Trail and the Antonovich Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in West Covina, CA are California Botanic Garden, The Getty, and Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Population: 106,920 (2025). ZIP codes: 91790–91793. Area codes: 626, 909. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Area: 16.09 sq mi (41.67 km2)

FAQs

Is West Covina, CA a good area to live in?

Living in Covina offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Covina, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Covina and residents tend to be liberal. 

Is it expensive to live in West Covina, CA?

In Covina, California's cost of living is 45% higher than the national average. Covina'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.

What is West Covina, CA famous for?

The name Covina is a combination of cove and vine. This speaks to the way the coves form around the San Gabriel Mountains. The city prospered on the production of oranges and grapefruit – it was the 3rd largest producer of oranges in 1909.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of West Covina

Los Angeles County

West Covina’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Planet Fitness

The Exercise Coach 

Anytime Fitness

Schabarum Grand Spur Trail 

Antonovich Trail

California Botanic Garden

The Getty

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Niche

Payscale

5acres.org

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