West Carson, California
Quick Statistics
West Carson is a community in Los Angeles County, California, home to about 22,143 people spread across 2.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $42,512 a year, and a typical home is worth about $689,700. About 46.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 2 percent over the past decade.
See how West Carson has changed over the past 15 years »
Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, West Carson ranks number 330 of 1,570 in population, number 634 in median household income, number 515 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around West Carson typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 45°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lomita, CA | 2.5 mi. | 20,225 |
| 2. | Carson, CA | 2.8 mi. | 92,871 |
| 3. | Rolling Hills Estates, CA | 3.6 mi. | 8,131 |
| 4. | Torrance, CA | 3.6 mi. | 142,130 |
| 5. | Gardena, CA | 5.0 mi. | 59,422 |
| 6. | Alondra Park, CA | 5.2 mi. | 8,373 |
| 7. | Rolling Hills, CA | 5.3 mi. | 1,509 |
| 8. | Lawndale, CA | 5.7 mi. | 30,781 |
What is the population of West Carson, California?
West Carson has a population of about 22,143 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is West Carson, California in?
West Carson is located in Los Angeles County, California.
What is the median home value in West Carson, California?
The median home value in West Carson is about $689,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in West Carson, California?
The median personal income in West Carson is about $42,512 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near West Carson, 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 West Carson, California?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 45 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
Use the menu on the left to find more detailed statistics on West Carson, California.