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Moving to Acton, California

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The current estimated population of Acton is 7,700, with a gender distribution of 49% male and 51% female. The population has experienced modest growth, driven by its appeal as a rural community with access to larger urban areas, particularly Los Angeles.

City Facts

  • Founded: 1887
  • County: Los Angeles County
  • Land Area: 39.3 square miles
  • Population Density: 196 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 661
  • Zip Code: 93510

Geography and Location

Acton is a rural, unincorporated community located in northern Los Angeles County, about 50 miles north of downtown Los Angeles. Nestled in the Sierra Pelona Mountains, Acton offers a serene, country lifestyle with easy access to major highways, including State Route 14, which connects the town to the Antelope Valley and the greater Los Angeles area. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, open desert, and small farms, with equestrian activities being popular among residents. Acton is known for its ranch-style homes and large plots of land, which offer a quiet, rural setting while being within commuting distance to urban centers. The area is also home to several parks, hiking trails, and historical landmarks, making it a desirable location for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to escape the hustle of city life. Its proximity to larger cities like Palmdale and Santa Clarita adds convenience while maintaining a peaceful, small-town atmosphere.

Demographics

Median resident age: 38.6 years
Median household income: $63,156
Median house value: $241,800

Population by Race

Races in Acton:

  • White Non-Hispanic (84.3%)
  • Hispanic (11.0%)
  • Other race (5.3%)
  • Two or more races (2.9%)
  • American Indian (1.4%)
  • Black (0.7%)
  • Filipino (0.5%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: Irish (13.5%), German (12.8%), English (9.9%), Scottish (6.3%), Italian (4.8%), Norwegian (4.6%).

Elevation: 2720 feet

Land area: 4.6 square miles

Map of Acton, CA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Acton

  • High school or higher: 88.5%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 16.9%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 7.7%
  • Unemployed: 5.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 43.2 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Acton CDP

  • Never married: 17.1%
  • Now married: 62.4%
  • Separated: 0.5%
  • Widowed: 4.3%
  • Divorced: 15.7%

8.9% Foreign born (3.9% Latin America, 1.9% Asia, 1.7% North America, 1.4% Europe).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Acton:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Acton:

  • PALMDALE PRODN FLT/TEST INSTLN AF PLANT 42 (about 13 miles; PALMDALE, CA; Abbreviation: PMD)
  • BURBANK-GLENDALE-PASADENA (about 22 miles; BURBANK, CA; Abbreviation: BUR)
  • EDWARDS AFB (about 36 miles; EDWARDS, CA; Abbreviation: EDW)

Other public-use airports nearest to Acton:

  • AGUA DULCE AIRPARK (about 9 miles; AGUA DULCE, CA; Abbreviation: L70)
  • GENERAL WM J FOX AIRFIELD (about 19 miles; LANCASTER, CA; Abbreviation: WJF)
  • WHITEMAN (about 22 miles; LOS ANGELES, CA; Abbreviation: WHP)

Amtrak stations near Acton:

  • 9 miles: PALMDALE (120 E. PALMDALE BLVD.) – Bus Station. Services: fully wheelchair accessible, public payphones, full-service food facilities, free short-term parking, call for taxi service.
  • 16 miles: LANCASTER (44742 SIERRA HWY.) – Bus Station. Services: fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, taxi stand, public transit connection.
  • 18 miles: LA CRESCENTA (PARK & RIDE LOT (STREET), I-210 AT LOWEL) – Bus Station

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Acton:

  • LARRY H LAYTON SCHOOL OF LAW (Location: 3807 W SIERRA HWY STE 206; Private, for-profit)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Acton:

  • GLENDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 20 miles; GLENDALE, CA; Full-time enrollment: 7,964)
  • ANTELOPE VALLEY COLLEGE (about 21 miles; LANCASTER, CA; Full-time enrollment: 5,308)
  • LOS ANGELES MISSION COLLEGE (about 21 miles; Sylmar, CA; Full-time enrollment: 3,449)
  • PASADENA CITY COLLEGE (about 24 miles; PASADENA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 11,867)
  • COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS (about 27 miles; SANTA CLARITA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 6,024)
  • LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE (about 27 miles; Valley Glen, CA; Full-time enrollment: 8,900)
  • CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-LOS ANGELES (about 27 miles; LOS ANGELES, CA; Full-time enrollment: 14,556)

Schools

Public high school in Acton:

  • VASQUEZ HIGH (Students: 552; Location: 3620 ANTELOPE WOODS ROAD; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Acton:

  • ACTON ELEMENTARY (Students: 470; Location: 32248 N. CROWN VALLEY ROAD; Grades: KG – 06)
  • HIGH DESERT (Students: 411; Location: 3620 ANTELOPE WOODS ROAD; Grades: 07 – 08)
  • MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY (Students: 271; Location: 3015 W SACRAMENTO ST.; Grades: KG – 02)

 

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