Torrance, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 144,242 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Ocean breezes keep this town’s temperatures mild year-round.
Cultural Attractions
The Torrance Certified Farmers Market operates twice a week at the Charles H. Wilson Park.
Recreation
Movie screenings, dance lessons, and ceramics workshops are among the activities provided by the city for active adults.
Historical
Torrance has been a home to industry from its inception; city planners originally wanted to name the town “Industrial.”
Economy
The city is dubbed a financial and commercial center of the area.
| Population [details] | 144,242 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 67.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1265.38 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 37.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 56.09 °F/37.91 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 91.59 °F/57.87 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 14.27 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 78 |
| Cost of living [details] | 123.55 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Los Angeles (14.22 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL (8.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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