Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles
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| Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles | |
|---|---|
| Name | Pacific Palisades |
| Settlement type | Neighborhood of Los Angeles |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | California |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Los Angeles County |
| Subdivision type3 | City |
| Subdivision name3 | Los Angeles |
| Leader title | City Council |
| Leader name | Traci Park (District 11) |
| Area total sq mi | 25.0 |
| Population total | 22980 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density sq mi | auto |
| Timezone | PST |
| Utc offset | -8 |
| Timezone DST | PDT |
| Utc offset DST | -7 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 90272 |
| Area code | 310/424 |
| Blank name | Median household income |
| Blank info | $188,125 |
| Blank1 name | City Council Districts |
| Blank1 info | 11 |
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles is an affluent coastal neighborhood within the Westside region of the city of Los Angeles, California. Bordered by Brentwood to the east, Malibu to the west, and the Santa Monica Mountains to the north, it is renowned for its dramatic oceanfront bluffs, expansive canyon parks, and secluded residential character. The community is a notable enclave for prominent figures in entertainment, academia, and business.
History
The area was originally inhabited by the Chumash and Tongva peoples before becoming part of the Rancho Boca de Santa Monica Spanish land grant. Modern development began in the 1920s, spearheaded by a Methodist organization, the Southern California Methodist Episcopal Church, which envisioned a religious colony. The Palisades Park development company, led by Charles H. Cheney, laid out the street plan and restrictive covenants. The Getty Villa, a reconstruction of the Villa of the Papyri from Herculaneum, was opened by J. Paul Getty in 1974, cementing the area's cultural prestige. The neighborhood has been impacted by events like the 1994 Northridge earthquake and periodic wildfires in the surrounding mountains.
Geography
Pacific Palisades is defined by its rugged topography within the Santa Monica Mountains and its approximately three-mile coastline along the Pacific Ocean. Key natural features include Santa Monica Canyon, Rustic Canyon, and Sullivan Canyon, with much of the area preserved within Topanga State Park and Will Rogers State Historic Park. The main commercial village is centered on Sunset Boulevard, while the exclusive oceanfront enclave of the Riviera sits atop the bluffs. The community is traversed by Pacific Coast Highway.
Demographics
According to the 2020 United States Census, the population was approximately 22,980. The racial makeup is predominantly non-Hispanic white, with significant Asian American and Hispanic communities. It is one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in Los Angeles County, with a high median household income and a large percentage of residents holding graduate or professional degrees. Many residents work in fields such as law, medicine, and management.
Economy
The local economy is primarily service-oriented, supporting the residential community with upscale retail, dining, and professional services concentrated in the Palisades Village center. There is no major industrial or corporate base within the neighborhood. Major employers include local schools, medical practices, and the Getty Villa museum. The entertainment industry provides significant employment, with many residents working for major studios and networks in nearby Century City and Burbank.
Culture and recreation
The community is home to the Getty Villa, which houses an extensive collection of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman antiquities. Outdoor recreation is centered on the extensive trail networks in Topanga State Park and Will Rogers State Historic Park, the latter featuring the historic ranch of humorist Will Rogers. The Palisades-Malibu YMCA and the Palisades Recreation Center offer community programs. The Palisades Charter High School football team, the Palisades Dolphins, is a local sports focus.
Education
Public schools are operated by the Los Angeles Unified School District and include the high-performing Palisades Charter High School and Paul Revere Charter Middle School. Notable private institutions are St. Matthew's Parish School and the Palisades Presbyterian preschool and elementary. The neighborhood is within the service area of Santa Monica College and is proximate to major universities like the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the University of Southern California.
Notable people
The neighborhood has long been a residence for celebrities and leaders. Historic and current residents include former U.S. President Ronald Reagan, actors Steven Spielberg, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Goldie Hawn, musicians Bob Dylan and Sting, and television host Conan O'Brien. Other notable figures include scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer, who lived in the area while directing the Los Alamos National Laboratory, and author Ray Bradbury.
Category:Neighborhoods in Los Angeles Category:Populated coastal places in California Category:Westside (Los Angeles County)