Duarte, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 21,870
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Average

Climate

Duarte has the mild temperatures typical of Southern California weather.

Geography

The city sits northeast of Los Angeles at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains.

Cultural Attractions

The Duarte Historical Museum mounts displays on the history of the small town, which was established in 1957, and hosts craft and art fairs.

Recreation

The San Gabriel Mountains and 13 city parks provide ample opportunities for recreation.

Historical

City of Hope was founded in Duarte in 1913 by the Jewish Relief Association to treat tuberculosis.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
21,870
Population under 55:
75.8%
Population over 55:
24.2%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Anaheim

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
76°F July High, 36°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$51,425
Median home price:
$290,250
Average property tax:
N/A

Income & Jobs

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

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
5
Middle schools:
3
High schools:
2

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
36
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
54

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
111/7
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
162/8

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
180

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