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East Los Angeles is an unincorporated area and census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California. With a population of 126,496 as of the 2010 census, East Los Angeles is the most populous unincorporated area and census-designated place in the United States.

History

East Los Angeles has a long history going back to the original Spanish colonization of California. It was part of the Mexican land grants given to early settlers during the Spanish and Mexican periods. After the Mexican-American War, it became part of the United States. The expansion of the intercontinental railway and the discovery of oil brought many new residents to East Los Angeles in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

For more information on the history of East Los Angeles, visit the East Los Angeles Wikipedia page.

Population and Demographics

As of the 2020 census, East Los Angeles had a population of 131,118. It is one of the most densely populated and youthful areas of Los Angeles County. About 95% of residents are Hispanic/Latino. The major ancestries are Mexican (87.4%), Salvadoran (0.8%), and Guatemalan (0.7%).

The median household income in East Los Angeles is $37,982, which is lower than the county median of $61,015. About 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Attractions and Landmarks

East Los Angeles Civic Center

The East Los Angeles Civic Center is located at 4801 E. 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022. It houses the East Los Angeles Library as well as Los Angeles County services and departments. Phone: (323) 260-2951

East Los Angeles Public Library

The East Los Angeles Public Library is part of the County of Los Angeles Public Library system. It is located inside the East Los Angeles Civic Center. Phone: (323) 264-0155. Address: 4837 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church is a Roman Catholic church built in 1908. It plays an important role in the culture and history of Mexican-Americans in Southern California. Address: 711 S. New Hampshire, Los Angeles, CA 90005. Phone: (323) 268-7388.

East Los Angeles College

East Los Angeles College is a public community college founded in 1945. It offers associate degrees, occupational certificates, and career preparation. Phone: (323) 265-8650. Address: 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park, CA 91754.

Economy and Major Employers

The major industries providing employment in East Los Angeles are health care, social services, manufacturing, retail, and construction. The largest employers are:

• County of Los Angeles Health Services - 1000 S Fremont Ave #10, Alhambra, CA 91803 - (855) 744-2666
• Kaiser Permanente Hospital - 4867 E. Telegraph Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90022 - (323) 268-5000
• East Los Angeles Doctors' Hospital - 4060 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023 - (323) 260-5800
• White Memorial Medical Center - 1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033 - (323) 268-5000
• Citadel Outlets - 100 Citadel Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90040 - (323) 881-4700

For more details on employment and the economy in East Los Angeles, visit the East Los Angeles Economic Development Alliance website.

Transportation

East Los Angeles is served by multiple freeways including I-5, I-10, US 101, SR 60, and I-710. Public transportation is provided by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) bus and rail services.

The Metro Gold Line runs through East Los Angeles, with stops including East LA Civic Center Station and Atlantic Station. Major bus routes include 30, 70, 71, 106, 254, 260, 605, and 705. For complete Metro route and schedule information, visit metro.net.

Education

East Los Angeles is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District. Public schools include:

• Garfield High School - 5101 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90022 - (323) 981-5500
• Abraham Lincoln High School - 3501 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031 - (323) 224-1400
• Theodore Roosevelt High School - 456 Mathews St, Los Angeles, CA 90033 - (323) 263-2101

Higher education institutions include East Los Angeles College and East Los Angeles Skills Center.

For more on East LA schools, visit the LAUSD East LA directory.

Additional Local Resources

Looking for more local info? Check out these East LA resources:

• East Los Angeles Facebook page
• East Los Angeles Veterans Association
• LA County website - East LA is an unincorporated area within LA County
• Los Angeles Brewers Athletic Club - Local sports club and supporters of the LA Wolves soccer team

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