Suburb
Altadena
- A-Overall Grade
- Suburb of Los Angeles, CA
- 97 reviews
- Public SchoolsB
- Crime & SafetyNG
- HousingD+
- NightlifeB
- Good for FamiliesB+
- DiversityA+
- JobsB-
- WeatherA+
- Cost of LivingD+
- Health & FitnessA+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteB
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$692,800
National
$184,700Median Rent
$1,602
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Altadena Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
NG
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Working in Altadena
Jobs
B-
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$94,507
National
$55,322Altadena Reviews
97 reviews
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Living across Los Angeles, I have found a place to call home. For the past 6 years of my life, I have grown to not only love, but truly appreciate the authenticity and beauty in Altadena. Specifically, I cherish how diversity and expression is celebrated with open arms. The diversity of people, businesses, homes, and cultures is fascinating. Cities and towns among Los Angeles County are divided, all easily identifiable by societal characteristics. Altadena's extraordinary mixture of financial, racial, religious, and career backgrounds brings a true sense of community and home. Driving down a single street, you cannot miss the diversity simply by seeing the mixture of large and local businesses. On one corner, you see a drum circle outside the African Thrift Store, while on another corner, you see a group dancing to Stevie Wonder beside a local food truck. I love Altadena most in the summer, when everyone gathers at the local park once a week to eat, drink, and dance to live music.
I love living in Altadena, California. It is located near the mountains and has so much beautiful wildlife surrounding the area. The atmosphere is quiet and serene. Our neighbors are all very friendly and community oriented. It feels safe to walk my dog in our neighborhood. All the homes are historic and charming, adding to the beautiful backdrop of the mountains. There are so many lush plants and trees, thriving with birds and sweet smells. I feel at home in Altadena and thankful for the serenity it provides. There are several independent retail shops and restaurants that are great if you enjoy supporting small businesses. I like that Altadena feels far away from the hustle and bustle of the "big city", but is really only 20 minutes away from Downtown Los Angeles. Altadena has a wonderful public library, several public parks, and is a great entrance for hikers. I truly love Altadena and am happy to call it home!
I think Altadena is popular among people who want a quiet neighborhood and that find the city too expensive. Altadena is one of the few places that you can find affordable housing but it has gone up in recent years.
The schools in Altadena are part of PUSD, which are Pasadena schools. Altarena public schools are poor and it is reflected in stats and student behavior. Pasadena’s only middle school in Altadena is made up of heavily the low-class and immigrants. I did not like the school when I was a student there. It was the most depressing couple of years of my life. I too out like a sore thumb because I was part of a handful of students with academic integrity and self-discipline. You will find about 10 kids in each grade who behave, have academic I eternity, and are polite.
The schools in Altadena are part of PUSD, which are Pasadena schools. Altarena public schools are poor and it is reflected in stats and student behavior. Pasadena’s only middle school in Altadena is made up of heavily the low-class and immigrants. I did not like the school when I was a student there. It was the most depressing couple of years of my life. I too out like a sore thumb because I was part of a handful of students with academic integrity and self-discipline. You will find about 10 kids in each grade who behave, have academic I eternity, and are polite.