Torrance, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 143,747
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Average

Climate

Ocean breezes keep this town’s temperatures mild year-round.  <br>

Cultural Attractions

The Torrance Certified Farmers Market operates twice a week at the Charles H. Wilson Park.

Recreation

Movie screenings, dance lessons, and ceramics workshops are among the activities provided by the city for active adults.

Historical

Torrance has been a home to industry from its inception; city planners originally wanted to name the town “Industrial.”

Economy

The city is dubbed a financial and commercial center of the area.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
143,747
Population under 55:
73.3%
Population over 55:
26.7%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Long Beach

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
91°F July High, 37°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$57,538
Median home price:
$550,000
Average property tax:
$21

Income & Jobs

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

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
26
Middle schools:
17
High schools:
12

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
30
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
49

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
4/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
116/8
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
147/8

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
360

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