South Gate, California

Quick Statistics

South Gate is a community in Los Angeles County, California, home to about 91,483 people spread across 7.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $32,021 a year, and a typical home is worth about $636,300. About 17.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 3 percent over the past decade.

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91,483
Total Population
▼ down 3% since 2012
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7.24 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$32,021
Median Personal Income
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$636,300
Median Home Value
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17.2%
College Educated
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91.2%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 17.1 points since 2010
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Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, South Gate ranks number 89 of 1,570 in population, number 906 in median household income, number 576 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around South Gate typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 45°F. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near South Gate
# Town Distance Population
1.Lynwood, CA1.5 mi.64,578
2.Cudahy, CA1.5 mi.22,087
3.Walnut Park, CA2.4 mi.14,958
4.Bell, CA2.6 mi.32,476
5.Bell Gardens, CA2.6 mi.38,229
6.Huntington Park, CA2.8 mi.53,108
7.Willowbrook, CA3.0 mi.21,681
8.Maywood, CA3.1 mi.24,317
Frequently Asked Questions About South Gate

What is the population of South Gate, California?
South Gate has a population of about 91,483 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is South Gate, California in?
South Gate is located in Los Angeles County, California.

What is the median home value in South Gate, California?
The median home value in South Gate is about $636,300, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in South Gate, California?
The median personal income in South Gate is about $32,021 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near South Gate, California?
Since 1950, 48 tornadoes have been recorded in Los Angeles County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in South Gate, California?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 45 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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