Stanton, CA

Stanton, California

Introduction to Stanton, California

Stanton, California, in Orange county, is 3 miles N of Westminster, California (center to center) and 5 miles SW of Anaheim, California. It features a large number of townhomes and small residential units constructed before 1960. The city has an ethnically diverse population. Stanton has revitalized commercial and residential districts and includes some industrial areas.

Stanton History

In 1906 the arrival of the Pacific Electric Railway was a significant factor in the growth of Stanton. Agents for the Sterns Rancho Corporation used the railway to bring potential buyers to see available land in the city. It also provided the residents a great opportunity to travel to Los Angeles for business reasons. In 1924 the city abandoned its incorporated status in order for the state of California to build roads in the region. Stanton reincorporated in 1956.

Stanton and nearby Attractions

• Summerfest includes a concert, activities for children and a variety of food.
• Arrowhead Pond Arena offers ice hockey and a variety of popular concerts.
• Bowles House Museum is an attractive red sand brick home.
• The Westminster Mall is a popular shopping location.
• White House Doll Museum is a notable venue.

Stanton Activities

Adventure City offers rides for children, a petting zoo and stage shows. The popular Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm are a short drive away. The Los Alamitos race track is close to Stanton. Golfers enjoy the region's excellent courses including the Los Alamitos Golf Course.

Huntington Beach is popular for sunbathing and surfing. The Huntington Beach Pier attracts a large crowd. There other close by, excellent beaches areas. The Cleveland National Forest is popular for a variety of recreational activities. The Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge attracts nature enthusiasts.

Stanton Higher Education

Cal State Long Beach University, Golden West College and Cypress Community College are close by.

Stanton Transportation

Air travel is provided at the nearby Long Beach Airport.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. Peers)	Top 3%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 9%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 16%

Comparative Profile of Stanton, CA

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home
Short Commute Times

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Stanton Almanac

Stanton Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Stanton Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

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Stanton Colleges

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