Altadena, California

Altadena Local Services

43K Residents
12.8 mi from DTLA
9 mi² Area

Altadena at a Glance

👥 42,777 Population
💰 $97,845 Median Household Income
🎂 40.3 Median Age
📐 8.71 mi² Total Area
🏙️ 4,912 People per sq mile
⛰️ 1,211 ft Elevation
🚗 12.8 mi 13 miles from Downtown LA
🌊 Coastal City 🏞️ River Access ⛰️ Mountain Area

Altadena Weather

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59°F
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Altadena, CA
Feels Like 57°
Humidity 46%
Wind 4 mph
Visibility 6.2 mi
Updated at 11:04 AM
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Friday clear sky 🌙 61° 61°
Saturday clear sky 🌙 64° 64°

About Altadena

History

Altadena is an unincorporated community in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. It is known for its diverse population, Victorian-era homes, and access to hiking trails including the Altadena Crest Trail.

Developed in the 1880s by brothers Fred and John Woodbury as an upscale residential community.

City Facts

Incorporated unincorporated
Government Unincorporated CDP (LA County)

Economy

Predominantly residential with local retail and professional services; close ties to Pasadena's economy.

professional services retail education

Landmarks & Attractions

Eaton Canyon Nature Center, Altadena Heritage Park, Christmas Tree Lane

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