Los Angeles County

Los Angeles County, CA, has a population of approximately 10.04 million people. The racial composition includes 48.6% Hispanic or Latino, 26.1% White (non-Hispanic), 15% Asian, 9% African American, and 1.3% other races. The median household income is around $72,797, and about 12.6% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county features a diverse age distribution with approximately 23% under 18, 63% between 18-64, and 14% aged 65 and older. The education attainment shows about 32.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 data.

As of 2023, the median home price in Los Angeles County, CA is approximately $850,000, with a year-over-year increase of around 7%. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is about $2,400 per month. The homeownership rate is 46.5%, lower than the national average. Property taxes typically range between 1% and 1.2% of assessed home value. Affordability continues to be a major issue, with over 50% of renters spending more than 30% of their income on housing. Inventory remains tight with an average market time of 45 days.

Los Angeles County, CA, oversees a vast electorate with over 5.6 million registered voters as of 2023. Recent high-profile elections have included races for Mayor of Los Angeles, County Supervisors, and various city council seats.

In the 2022 Los Angeles mayoral race, Rick Caruso and Karen Bass vied for the position, with Karen Bass ultimately winning. For County Board of Supervisors, Hilda Solis (1st District), Holly Mitchell (2nd District), Sheila Kuehl (3rd District, replaced by Lindsey Horvath in 2022), Janice Hahn (4th District), and Kathryn Barger (5th District) serve staggered terms.

The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) board elections also draw significant attention, with multiple candidates focusing on education reforms.

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s office administers these elections, ensuring compliance and accessibility through both in-person and mail-in voting options.

As of the latest data, Los Angeles County, CA, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 83%, compared to the national average of around 88% and the California state average of 85%. About 33% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, slightly below the national average of 35% but close to the California state average of 34%. While these figures indicate that Los Angeles County lags behind national averages in educational attainment, it closely aligns with state trends in higher education degrees. The county’s diverse population and varying socioeconomic conditions contribute to these educational statistics.

As of the latest data, Los Angeles County, CA, has a workforce of approximately 5 million people. The top industries include entertainment, trade, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. In 2022, the largest sector was trade, transportation, and utilities, with around 900,000 employees. Healthcare and social assistance employed about 800,000 people, while the entertainment industry supported roughly 250,000 jobs.

Compared to national averages, Los Angeles has a higher concentration in entertainment and trade sectors. Nationally, the median sector percentages have less emphasis on entertainment and higher in sectors like government and professional services. California overall also reflects higher employment in tech sectors, especially in regions like Silicon Valley, as compared to Los Angeles.

Los Angeles:

• Trade, Transportation, and Utilities: 900,000
• Healthcare: 800,000
• Entertainment: 250,000

Nationally:

• Professional Services: 20%
• Government: 15%

California:

• Technology: Significant in regions like Silicon Valley.

(All figures approximate and based on the latest available data).

As of the latest available data, Los Angeles County, CA has a median household income of approximately $72,797. This is slightly below the California state median household income, which stands at around $80,440. Both figures are, however, above the national median household income, which is approximately $68,703.

Statistics Table

These figures suggest that while Los Angeles County has a higher median income compared to the national average, it falls short when compared to the state average of California.

As of the latest available data, Los Angeles County, CA, has a mixed crime landscape. In 2022, the overall violent crime rate was 732 per 100,000 residents, while property crimes stood at 2,502 per 100,000 residents. The following table provides a breakdown of specific crime types:

Please note that these values are subject to change as new data becomes available. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official local government or law enforcement reports.