La Puente Public RecordsCalifornia

La Puente, Los Angeles, CA, is served primarily by clinics such as AltaMed and the East Valley Community Health Center, with the nearest hospitals being Emanate Health Queen of the Valley and PIH Health Whittier (each ~5 miles away). The city’s 2020 population of ~39,000 is predominantly Hispanic (over 85%). About 14% of residents lack health insurance, higher than the LA County average (9.3%). Common health issues include diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. Healthcare provider-to-patient ratios are lower than the county average, underscoring potential access barriers for this largely low-to-moderate income community.

Transportation in La Puente, Los Angeles, is dominated by personal vehicle use, with around 90% of residents commuting by car and only about 2% using public transit, according to U.S. Census data. The average one-way commute time is about 32 minutes, slightly higher than the national average. Vehicle ownership is high, with approximately 95% of households possessing at least one vehicle. Public transit options are limited, mainly serviced by Metro and Foothill Transit. Major employment hubs nearby include City of Industry and West Covina, accessible via the I-10 and SR-60 freeways, which form the area’s primary transportation infrastructure.

La Puente, CA, features around 17 public schools, including four high schools under the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District. The high school graduation rate is approximately 87%, while around 17% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools like La Puente High School score average (GreatSchools rating: 5/10). The city offers adult education programs at the Hacienda La Puente Adult Education Center. School safety measures include on-campus security and anti-bullying initiatives. Educational programs emphasize STEM, AVID, and vocational training, supporting diverse student needs.

La Puente, a city in Los Angeles County, California, had an estimated population of 38,290 in 2022. The median age is about 36 years. The gender split is roughly even, with 50.6% female and 49.4% male. Racially, 82.5% identify as Hispanic or Latino, 4.1% as non-Hispanic White, 10.5% as Asian, and 1.3% as Black or African American. Other races and multiracial residents make up the remainder.

La Puente, Los Angeles, CA, has a homeownership rate of about 58%, with a median home value of roughly $625,000 in 2024. The median rent is around $2,300 per month. Housing mainly consists of single-family homes and some multi-family units. Notable neighborhoods include Avocado Heights and Valinda. Property values have risen about 6% year-over-year. Property tax rates average 1.16%, resulting in an annual tax of about $7,250 for a median-priced home. The city’s housing market remains competitive due to high Southern California demand.