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Compton, California

Introduction to Compton, California

The urban city of Compton, considered a suburb of Los Angeles, is situated southeast of downtown Los Angeles. Incorporated as a city in 1888, Compton is one of the oldest communities in Los Angeles County. Named after one of its founders, Compton is often referred to as the “Hub City” due to its geographical position within the county.

Compton is served by interstate highways 710, 105, 405, and 110, along with state highway 91. The Alameda Corridor, a major international trade water route, runs through the city.

Attractions in and around Compton

Visitors to Compton are afforded easy access to several major attractions in the nearby Los Angeles and Anaheim areas. Among these are: Universal Studios (Hollywood), Disneyland (Anaheim), Knott’s Berry Farm (Buena Park), Long Beach Aquarium, and Catalina Island. In addition, some of the attractions located within the boundaries of Compton itself include:

  • Tomorrow’s Aeronautical Museum
  • Heritage House
  • Angeles Abbey Mausoleum
  • The Major League Baseball Academy (providing free baseball instruction to local youth)

Many professional sports teams play within easy driving distance of Compton. Among these are the following:

  • Basketball:
    • Los Angeles Lakers (NBA)
    • Los Angeles Clippers (NBA)
    • Los Angeles Sparks (WNBA)
  • Major League Baseball (MLB):
    • Los Angeles Dodgers (National League)
    • Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (American League)
  • Football:
    • Arena Football League (AFL) - Los Angeles Avengers
  • Hockey:
    • Los Angeles Kings (NHL)
  • Soccer:
    • Los Angeles Galaxy (MLS)
  • Lacrosse:
    • Los Angeles Riptide (MLL)

High Points

Compton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyCompton Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Compton Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Compton, CA

Comparing Compton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Racial Diversity1010
Male Share of the Population75
Female Share of the Population46
Senior Citizens22
Age of the Population11
Well-Paid Single Men11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married43

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income12
People Above Poverty11
People in Middle Class or Better11
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use910
Walking and Biking to Work75
Working at Home42
Short Commute Times34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Affordability of Property Taxes77
Affordability of Rents78
Housing Recently Built32
People Living Alone12
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime77
Low Violent Crime11

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