Alhambra, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 87,435
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

Climate

Alhambra enjoys warm summers and mild winters with moderate rainfall.

Geography

The city is located ninety minutes from the beach, desert, or mountains.

Cultural Attractions

The San Gabriel Lunar New Year Parade, which celebrates the Chinese New Year, attracts 50,000 people annually.

Recreation

The Staples Center, home to the NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers, is a short drive from Alhambra.

Historical

The San Gabriel Wine Co., Alhambra’s oldest business, could hold a million and a half gallons in its oak barrels in the late 1800s.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
87,435
Population under 55:
75.2%
Population over 55:
24.8%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Los Angeles

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
78°F July High, 35°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$40,996
Median home price:
$419,000
Average property tax:
$187

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
12.7%
High
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
14
Middle schools:
14
High schools:
5

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
41
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
54

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
132/8
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
154/8

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
222

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