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Altadena

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  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of Pasadena, CA
  • 87 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      D+
    4. Nightlife
      B
    5. Good for Families
      B+
    6. Diversity
      A+
    7. Jobs
      B-
    8. Weather
      A+
    9. Cost of Living
      D
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B
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    Altadena is a suburb of Pasadena with a population of 45,236. Altadena is in Los Angeles County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Altadena offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Altadena there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many young professionals live in Altadena and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Altadena are above average.
    About Altadena...
    Population
    45,236

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $649,800
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,556
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      29%
    • Own
      71%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      10%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      11%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      17%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      17%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      21%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      23%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      29%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      16%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      10%
      13%

    Working in Altadena

    Jobs
    B-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $88,774
    National
    $55,322
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    Altadena Reviews

    87 reviews
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    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!
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    Altadena is a great city full of wonderful people! It’s pretty diverse and it is a nice community! There are many activities going on during the weekend that is super family oriented. The Altadena library serves as a main hub of events going on during the month. They have events for teenagers, little kids, young adults, and even the elderly.
    Altadena is a nice town situated near the mountains. The neighborhood is pretty peaceful, and is home to Eaton Canyon!