Hacienda Heights, California facts for kids
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Hacienda Heights, California
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The view of Hacienda Heights, with Hsi Lai Temple and Puente Hills in the background
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| Nickname(s):
The Heights
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| Motto(s):
"Growing with Pride"
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Location of Hacienda Heights in Los Angeles County, California.
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 Hacienda Heights, California
Location in the Los Angeles metropolitan area
Hacienda Heights, California
Location in California
Hacienda Heights, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Area | |
| • Total | 11.182 sq mi (28.962 km2) |
| • Land | 11.175 sq mi (28.944 km2) |
| • Water | 0.007 sq mi (0.018 km2) 0.06% |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 54,191 |
| • Density | 4,846.27/sq mi (1,871.11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
91745
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| Area code(s) | 626, 562 |
| FIPS code | 06-31596 |
Hacienda Heights is a suburban community in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It's a place where many people live and travel to nearby cities for work, often called a "bedroom community." In 2020, about 54,191 people lived here. It's one of the largest communities of its kind in Los Angeles County.
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History of Hacienda Heights
Hacienda Heights is built on land that was once part of a large area called Rancho La Puente. This land was first managed by a nearby Spanish mission.
From Farms to Homes
In 1845, the Rancho was given to John A. Rowland and William Workman. Later, in the 1870s, a man named Elias "Lucky" Baldwin bought it. His family then sold the land in 1912.
In 1913, the area was divided up and named North Whittier Heights. It became known for growing avocados, citrus fruits, and walnuts. However, farming became difficult in the 1930s and early 1940s. This led to the area changing from farms to a place where people built homes.
Becoming a Community
Starting in the 1950s, more and more houses were built. Hacienda Heights became a residential area. In 1960, a public library branch opened. The next year, in 1961, the area was officially renamed Hacienda Heights. A local newspaper, the Hacienda Heights Highlander, started in 1964.
The hills around Hacienda Heights have sometimes had large brush fires. This happened in 1978, 1989, and 2020.
Geography and Climate
Hacienda Heights is located in the eastern part of the San Gabriel Valley. It shares borders with the City of Industry to the north, Whittier to the west, La Habra Heights to the south, and Rowland Heights to the east. The Pomona Freeway runs along its eastern side. Most of Hacienda Heights is made up of homes.
Area and Natural Features
The community covers about 11.2 square miles (28.9 square kilometers). Only a tiny part of this area is water.
The Puente Hills form a "green belt" along the southern and western edges of Hacienda Heights. A green belt is an area of natural land kept free from buildings. The highest point in the area is Workman Hill, which is about 1,391 feet (424 meters) tall. Residents sometimes see coyotes in the area.
| Climate data for Hacienda Heights, California | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 90 (32) |
89 (32) |
97 (36) |
110 (43) |
107 (42) |
114 (46) |
114 (46) |
114 (46) |
112 (44) |
110 (43) |
95 (35) |
99 (37) |
114 (46) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 68 (20) |
70 (21) |
70 (21) |
75 (24) |
77 (25) |
83 (28) |
88 (31) |
89 (32) |
87 (31) |
82 (28) |
74 (23) |
69 (21) |
78 (26) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 43 (6) |
45 (7) |
46 (8) |
49 (9) |
53 (12) |
57 (14) |
60 (16) |
61 (16) |
60 (16) |
54 (12) |
47 (8) |
43 (6) |
52 (11) |
| Record low °F (°C) | 25 (−4) |
29 (−2) |
30 (−1) |
35 (2) |
38 (3) |
43 (6) |
52 (11) |
51 (11) |
47 (8) |
40 (4) |
31 (−1) |
24 (−4) |
24 (−4) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.49 (89) |
3.74 (95) |
3.03 (77) |
0.82 (21) |
0.30 (7.6) |
0.09 (2.3) |
0.02 (0.51) |
0.15 (3.8) |
0.31 (7.9) |
0.46 (12) |
1.19 (30) |
1.90 (48) |
15.49 (393) |
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 35,969 | — | |
| 1980 | 49,422 | 37.4% | |
| 1990 | 52,354 | 5.9% | |
| 2000 | 53,122 | 1.5% | |
| 2010 | 54,038 | 1.7% | |
| 2020 | 54,191 | 0.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Hacienda Heights has grown steadily over the years.
Population in 2020
The 2020 United States Census showed that Hacienda Heights had a population of 54,191 people. The community is diverse, with many different backgrounds. About 41.7% of the people were Asian, 26.6% were White, and 9.6% were from two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 43.2% of the population.
Population in 2010
In 2010, the population was 54,038. At that time, about 39.3% of the people were Asian, 38% were White, and 2.8% were from two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 46% of the population.
Fun Places and Landmarks
West of Hacienda Heights is the former Puente Hills Landfill. This used to be a very large landfill, but it closed in 2013. Now, it's used to create energy from gas. It's also part of the Puente Hills Habitat Authority.
The "Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority" helps people enjoy the nearby parkland in the Puente Hills. They offer many hiking trails, including Hacienda Hills, Sycamore Canyon, Turnbull Canyon, and Hellman Park.
Hsi Lai Temple
Hsi Lai Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in North America. Its name means "Coming West." The temple was finished in 1988. It covers 15 acres (6 hectares) and has a floor area of 102,432 square feet (9,516 square meters). The temple's design looks like traditional Chinese buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Hsi Lai Temple was built to be a spiritual and cultural center for Buddhism and Chinese culture.
Schools in Hacienda Heights
The Hacienda La Puente Unified School District serves the city.
High Schools
- Los Altos High School
- Glen A. Wilson High School
- Valley Alternative High School
Middle Schools
- Newton Middle School
- Orange Grove Middle School
- Cedarlane Academy
K-8 Schools (Kindergarten to 8th Grade)
- Mesa Robles School
- Cedarlane Academy
- St. Marks Lutheran School
Elementary Schools
- Bixby Elementary
- Grazide Elementary
- Kwis Elementary
- Los Altos Elementary
- Los Molinos Elementary
- Los Robles Academy
- Palm Elementary
- Wedgeworth Elementary
Famous People from Hacienda Heights
- Phillip Bladh, Sound Engineer, won an Oscar for the movie Sound of Metal
- Caprice Bourret, actress and model
- Ralph Brown, football player
- Shaun Cody, football player
- Andy DeMize, rock musician
- Fergie, singer and actress
- Jeff Garcia, voice actor and comedian
- Rob Hertel, football player
- Gary Jones, former national champion motocross racer
- Josh Keaton, actor and singer, known for The Spectacular Spider-Man
- Dong Kim, neurosurgeon
- David Lee, photographer and film director
- Sona Movsesian, executive assistant and television personality
- Shane del Rosario, MMA fighter
- Ryan Sakoda, professional wrestler
- Michael Smith, former basketball player for BYU and the Boston Celtics
- Jill Sterkel, 2-time Olympic champion swimmer
- Kevin Song, professional poker player
- Troy Tanner, professional volleyball player
- Brian Tee, actor
- Scott Williams, professional NBA basketball player
- Marc Yu, child musician
Community Events
Since 1966, St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Hacienda Heights has hosted a carnival called "Early California Days." It's also known as 'Harvest in the Heights.' This event usually happens for a week each summer. It features rides, games, food, music, and a raffle.
Since the 1970s, there has been an annual football game between the rival high schools, Los Altos and Glen A. Wilson. They play for a trophy that looks like a wagon wheel.
See also
In Spanish: Hacienda Heights para niños
