Logan Heights, San Diego facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Logan Heights, San Diego
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Logan Heights is located in the central portion of the city of San Diego and part of the Southeastern Planning Area.
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 Logan Heights, San Diego
Location in Southern San Diego
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| Country |  United States of America |
| State |  California |
| County |  San Diego |
| City |  San Diego |
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Logan Heights is a lively urban neighborhood in central San Diego, California. It is surrounded by major highways like Interstate 5 and Interstate 15. This area is part of the larger Southeastern Planning Area of San Diego.
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History of Logan Heights
In 1871, a Congressman named John A. Logan helped create a law. This law offered federal land and money for a transcontinental railroad that would end in San Diego. A street was named Logan Heights after him in 1881. Soon, the entire area became known by this name.
The railroad plans never fully happened. By the early 1900s, Logan Heights was mostly a place where people lived. It became one of San Diego's oldest communities. Around 1910, many people moved here from Mexico. They were seeking safety from the Mexican Revolution. These new residents soon became the main group living in the area. Because of this, the southern part of Logan Heights became known as Barrio Logan.
Who Lives in Logan Heights?
Logan Heights is known for having one of the largest groups of Latino people in San Diego. Most residents are of Hispanic or Latino heritage, making up about 87.6% of the population. African-Americans make up 7.1%, while non-Hispanic Whites are 3.7%. About 1.4% of residents are Asian, and 0.1% are from other backgrounds.
Local Government and Leadership
Logan Heights is part of City Council District 8. This district is currently represented by Councilwoman Vivian Moreno. The city government is working to update the community plan for Logan Heights. This plan helps guide how the neighborhood will grow and change in the future.
Culture and Community Life
The nearby area of Barrio Logan is famous for Chicano Park. This park is known for its amazing murals and strong cultural meaning. Logan Heights also has its own modern San Diego Public Library branch. It opened in 2007, giving residents a great place to learn and read.
See also
In Spanish: Logan Heights para niños
