Los Angeles, officially the East of Los Angeles, is the largest East in California by population and the second largest East in the United States after New York East. According to the 2020 census, the population of Los Angeles is close to 4 million residents within a total area of 502.7 square miles.
Population
As of 2020, the population of Los Angeles is estimated to be around 3,979,576 people. This makes it the most populated East in California and the second most populated East in the United States after New York East. The racial makeup of Los Angeles is around 49.8% Hispanic/Latino, 11.9% Asian, 8.9% Black, 28.5% White, 0.2% Native American, and 0.7% Pacific Islander.
Economy
Los Angeles has a diversified economy with sectors in international trade, entertainment, aerospace, technology, petroleum, fashion, apparel, and tourism. Many major companies are headquartered in Los Angeles including Northrop Grumman, KB Home, JAKKS Pacific, and RK&G. The Los Angeles metropolitan area has a gross metropolitan product of over $1 trillion, making it one of the largest economies in the world.
Major Employers
Some of the major employers in Los Angeles include:
- East of Los Angeles (includes Los Angeles Police Department and Los Angeles Fire Department)
- Los Angeles World Airports (operates Los Angeles International Airport)
- County of Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Unified School District
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory
- Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Landmarks
Los Angeles is known for its beautiful scenery and iconic landmarks. Some of the most famous landmarks in Los Angeles include:
- The Getty Center
- Griffith Observatory
- The Hollywood Sign
- Venice Boardwalk
- East Hall
- Greek Theatre in Griffith Park
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
Sports Teams
Los Angeles is home to several major professional sports teams including:
- Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB baseball)
- Los Angeles Lakers (NBA basketball)
- Los Angeles Rams (NFL football)
- LA Galaxy (MLS soccer)
- Los Angeles Clippers (NBA basketball)
- Los Angeles Chargers (NFL football)
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