San Gabriel, California
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| Name | San Gabriel |
| Settlement type | City |
| Pushpin label | San Gabriel |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | California |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Los Angeles |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | September 8, 1771 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated |
| Established date2 | April 24, 1913 |
| Government type | Council–manager |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Tony Ding |
| Leader title1 | City manager |
| Leader name1 | Robert Clute |
| Unit pref | Imperial |
| Area total sq mi | 4.14 |
| Area land sq mi | 4.14 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.00 |
| Elevation ft | 420 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population total | 39968 |
| Population density sq mi | auto |
| Timezone | PST |
| Utc offset | -8 |
| Timezone DST | PDT |
| Utc offset DST | -7 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 91775–91778 |
| Area code | 626 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 06-67042 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1661390, 2411780 |
| Website | https://www.sangabrielcity.com/ |
San Gabriel, California. San Gabriel is a city in the San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles County, California. Located approximately ten miles east of Downtown Los Angeles, it is one of the oldest settlements in the county, founded around the historic San Gabriel Mission. The city is a key hub in the San Gabriel Valley and is known for its significant Asian American population and vibrant commercial districts.
History
The area was originally inhabited by the Tongva people, known to the Spanish as the Gabrieleño. The modern history of the city began with the establishment of the San Gabriel Mission on September 8, 1771, by Father Junípero Serra and Father Pedro Cambón of the Franciscan order. This mission became one of the most prosperous in Alta California, playing a pivotal role in the Spanish colonization of the Americas. Following the Mexican secularization act of 1833, the mission lands were divided into Rancho San Gabriel and other grants. After the American Conquest of California and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, the area saw increased American settlement. The city was officially incorporated on April 24, 1913, and evolved from an agricultural community centered on citrus and nuts into a residential suburb. Key historical structures include the Mission Playhouse, built by John Steven McGroarty.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city encompasses a total area of 4.14 square miles, all of it land. It is bordered by Alhambra to the west, Rosemead to the east, San Marino to the northwest, and Temple City to the northeast. The city lies within the Los Angeles Basin and is part of the larger Los Angeles metropolitan area. The area is seismically active, situated near the San Andreas Fault and the Puente Hills Thrust.
Demographics
The 2020 United States Census reported a population of 39,968. The city is notable for its large Asian American community, which constitutes a majority of the population, with significant numbers of residents of Chinese, Taiwanese, and Vietnamese American descent. The Hispanic or Latino population also represents a substantial portion of residents. Languages spoken at home include Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and English. The median household income is above the average for Los Angeles County.
Economy
San Gabriel's economy is heavily driven by retail and services, centered around the bustling San Gabriel Square (also known as "The Marketplace") and the extensive commercial corridors along Valley Boulevard and Las Tunas Drive. These areas are renowned for a high concentration of Chinese and Asian cuisine restaurants, supermarkets like 99 Ranch Market, bakeries, and specialty shops. The city serves as a regional dining and shopping destination for the entire San Gabriel Valley. Other significant employers include the San Gabriel Mission High School, San Gabriel Unified School District, and various healthcare facilities.
Culture and landmarks
The city's cultural identity is deeply tied to the San Gabriel Mission, a National Historic Landmark and a cornerstone of the California mission system. The adjacent Mission District features historic sites and the Mission Playhouse, a historic venue now home to San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. Annual events include the San Gabriel Lunar New Year Festival and the Mission District Summer Concerts. The city is a well-known culinary hotspot, often cited as the birthplace of the Fortune cookie in America and a center for Cantonese cuisine, Taiwanese cuisine, and Vietnamese cuisine. Notable institutions include the San Gabriel Historical Society and the Vincent Price Art Museum located at nearby East Los Angeles College.
Government
San Gabriel operates under a council–manager form of government. The city council consists of a mayor and four council members elected at-large to staggered four-year terms; the current mayor is Tony Ding. The council appoints a professional city manager, currently Robert Clute, to oversee daily municipal operations. The city provides police services through the San Gabriel Police Department and fire and rescue services via a contract with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The city is within the boundaries of California's 28th congressional district, represented in the United States House of Representatives by Judy Chu, and in the California State Legislature by members including Susan Rubio.
Category:Cities in Los Angeles County, California Category:Populated places established in 1771 Category:San Gabriel Valley