Los Angeles
- City in California
City
Los Angeles
- grade B+Overall Grade
- City in California
- Rating 4.06 out of 5 1,619 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B
- Crime & Safetygrade C
- Housinggrade D minus
- Nightlifegrade A+
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Diversitygrade A+
- Jobsgrade C
- Weathergrade A+
- Cost of Livinggrade D
- Health & Fitnessgrade A
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A+
- Commutegrade B+
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$636,900
National
$217,500Median Rent
$1,450
National
$1,062Area Feel
Urban
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Los Angeles Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
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Top Public Schools Serving Los Angeles
- grade A+
Milken Community School
- Rating 4.43 out of 5 53 reviews
- grade A+
Granada Hills Charter
- Rating 4.05 out of 5 1,434 reviews
- grade A+
High Tech Los Angeles
- Rating 4.28 out of 5 171 reviews
- grade A+
Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies
- Rating 3.61 out of 5 435 reviews
- grade A+
Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy
- Rating 3.76 out of 5 276 reviews
Top Private Schools Near Los Angeles
- grade A+
Harvard-Westlake School
- Rating 4.45 out of 5 155 reviews
- grade A+
Flintridge Preparatory School
- Rating 4.66 out of 5 102 reviews
- grade A+
Polytechnic School
- Rating 4.19 out of 5 104 reviews
- grade A+
Westridge School
- Rating 4.38 out of 5 126 reviews
- grade A+
Windward School
- Rating 4.51 out of 5 78 reviews
Top Neighborhoods in Los Angeles
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault463.3national 282.7
- Murder8.8national 6.1
- Rape49.6national 40.7
- Robbery200.3national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary344.3national 500.1
- Theft1,274.6national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft529.1national 284
Residents
Working in Los Angeles
Jobs
grade C
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$62,142
National
$62,843Similar Places
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Los Angeles Reviews
Rating 4.06 out of 5 1,619 reviews
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LA has something for everyone - concerts, theme parks, regular parks, restaurant, night life, sports and all those venues that go with them! If I could change any one thing about LA, it would be the addition of viable and comprehensive public transit - it really pales in comparison to other cities of a similar size, like New York City or London. Another thing to consider is the weather. Most people love LA for its mild climate. Personally, I'm a fan of changing weather and seasons - having grown up in the midwest, it's something that I really miss about home. So if you like a variety from day to day (and also like to wear a variety of outfits), then Los Angeles may not be the place for you. However, even for someone like me who really hates the never-changing weather, there are still so many opportunities here - from jobs to recreation - that the cons are widely outshone by the pros.
There are many things I love about Los Angeles. The number one thing that comes to mind is the diversity. You can find any ethnic town you could think of; from Chinatown to Olvera street, Thai Town and Little Armenia, you will be encompassed by the culture and don't even get me started on the amazing authentic food! Nothing beats the diversity that comes with Los Angeles. Aside from this there is so much opportunity here. Born and raised in Sacramento, I didn't know how interesting life could really be. Dreams do come true in Los Angeles as long as you have the right attitude. As with everything else though, there are some major problems here. The homeless community in LA is the hardest part. Skid Row is notoriously known for it's homeless community, the area's hardship's date back to the 1880's. If I could help to change one thing about LA, it would be this.
Life is beautiful in LA. Weather is great and people are nice. But, the poor people, the homeless people, say people are kind of hearbreaking and kill the city vibe. Sometimes, it's hard to see both the wealth of certain people and the dying one in the street. As an International student, it's hard to cope with such a gap. I was told it was inevitable to have a car in LA, I personally think it's not true. I've been using public transportation since I've arrived and I'm pretty much satisfied with it! I like living in LA, even if many things have to be improved.