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Glendora is a city located in the San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles County, California. As of 2021, the population of Glendora was 52,777 according to the Wikipedia page for the city.

History

The city was named after George and Ada Morgan's hometown of Glendora, New Jersey and incorporated in 1911. The downtown Glendora Village street layout was designed by Fred Merrill. The city has a long history dating back to the indigenous Tongva people and later Spanish missionaries. Glendora's modern history began with the arrival of settlers, gold miners, and citrus farmers in the mid-1800s. Learn more about Glendora's history at the Glendora Historical Society website.

Population

According to the 2020 census, the population of Glendora was 52,777. The racial makeup of Glendora was 28,395 (53.8%) White, 983 (1.9%) African American, 562 (1.1%) Native American, 8,449 (16.0%) Asian, 74 (0.1%) Pacific Islander, 11,104 (21.0%) from other races, and 3,210 (6.1%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race made up 30,394 persons (57.6%).

Economy

Some of the major employers in Glendora include:

• Citrus Valley Medical Center - Queen of the Valley Campus (800 West Arden Avenue, Glendora, CA 91741, (626) 963-8411) - hospital
• Glendora Unified School District (500 N. Loraine Ave, Glendora, CA 91741, (626) 914-8200) - public schools
• Skyline Homes (140 Ivy Glen, Glendora, CA 91741, (626) 914-1919) - home builder
• Athens Services (14048 E. Valley Blvd, La Puente, CA 91746, (888) 336-6100) - waste collection

Historically, Glendora was home to many citrus orchards and groves. While the citrus industry is not as prominent today, much of Glendora's economy is still tied to retail, healthcare, education, and construction. For more information on Glendora's business climate, visit the Glendora Economic Development website.

Landmarks

Rubel Castle

One unique Glendora landmark is Rubel Castle, located at 844 W. Live Oak Ave, Glendora, CA 91741. Rubel Castle is a folk art castle created entirely of scrap steel, rocks, bedsprings, and other found objects. Construction began in 1959 by Michael Rubel and is still a work in progress. Tours of Rubel Castle are available.

Glendora Bougainvillea

Glendora is known for its vibrant bougainvillea plants that bloom in the spring and summer. Many of these plants are located downtown along Glendora Ave and surrounding streets. The bougainvillea and other landscaping create an attractive environment in the downtown village area.

Public Library

The Glendora Public Library serves the city with locations at the Bidwell Forum, 140 S. Glendora Avenue, Glendora, CA 91741 and the Library Annex, 105 N. Wabash Avenue, Glendora, CA 91741. Learn more at the Glendora Public Library website.

Museums

Glendora is home to the California Citrus State Historic Park which preserves the history of the citrus industry in California. The park includes a museum, historic packing house, and citrus grove. The address is 942 W. Cienega Ave, Glendora, CA 91740.

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Glendora is provided by Foothill Transit. The 490, 495, and 499 routes connect Glendora to other cities in the San Gabriel Valley. Glendora also has access to Metro and Metrolink regional rail services from downtown Glendora station.

Major Employers

Some of the top employers in Glendora include:

• Citrus Valley Medical Center (800 W. Arden Ave, Glendora, CA 91741 - (626) 963-8411)
• Glendora Unified School District (500 N. Loraine Ave, Glendora, CA 91741 - (626) 914-8200)
• Athens Services (14048 E. Valley Blvd, City of Industry, CA 91746 - (888) 336-6100)
• Skyline Homes (140 Ivy Glen, Glendora, CA 91741 - (626) 914-1919)

County

Glendora is located in Los Angeles County. The county seat is located in the city of Los Angeles. Learn more at the Los Angeles County website or contact them at 500 W. Temple St. Los Angeles, CA 90012, (213) 974-1411.

School Districts

Glendora is served by the Glendora Unified School District. The district operates 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 1 high school, 1 continuation high school, and 1 community day school. Learn more at the Glendora Unified School District website or (626) 914-8200.

Local Resources

Here are some other useful resources for those living in or visiting Glendora:

• City of Glendora - 116 E. Foothill Blvd. Glendora, CA 91741, (626) 914-8200
• Glendora Tourism Website - Ideas for things to do in Glendora
• City of Glendora Facebook - Get updates from the city on Facebook
• Glendora High School Athletics - Home of the Glendora Chargers sports teams

GPS Coordinates

Here are the GPS coordinates for three landmarks in Glendora:

• Glendora City Hall - 34°8'42.6"N 117°51'30.5"W (116 E. Foothill Blvd.)
• Glendora Library - 34°08'22.9"N 117°52'06.4"W (140 S. Glendora Ave.)
• California Citrus State Historic Park - 34°07'26.8"N 117°52'30.6"W (942 W. Cienega Ave.)

Map of Glendora

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