Torrance

Torrance is located halfway between Los Angeles and Orange Counties and bound by the Pacific Ocean on the west.

Welcome to Torrance

Torrance is located halfway between Los Angeles and Orange Counties and bound by the Pacific Ocean on the west. Its neighboring cities include Gardena, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills and Carson. It is considered to be the heart of the South Bay area. With 1.5 miles of shore-front beaches on the Pacific Ocean, Torrance is quieter and less well known than others on the Santa Monica Bay, such as those of neighboring Redondo Beach and Manhattan Beach. Torrance enjoys a moderate year-round climate.

Overview for Torrance, CA

147,156 people live in Torrance, where the median age is 42.2 and the average individual income is $49,624. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

147,156

Total Population

42.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$49,624

Average individual Income

Around Torrance, CA

There's plenty to do around Torrance, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

81
Very Walkable
Walking Score
55
Bikeable
Bike Score
43
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Gratitude Healthy Hub, South Bay Judo, and Retreat Yourself Well.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.19 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.8 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.1 miles 22 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.8 miles 30 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.23 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.7 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Torrance, CA

Torrance has 55,585 households, with an average household size of 2.62. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Torrance do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 147,156 people call Torrance home. The population density is 7,172.07 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

147,156

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.2

Median Age

48.8 / 51.2%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9: 11.68%

0-9 Years

10-17: 9.74%

10-17 Years

18-24: 6.04%

18-24 Years

25-64: 55.82%

25-64 Years

65-74: 8.98%

65-74 Years

75+: 7.74%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 5656 (6%)
  • High School Degree 17098 (20%)
  • Associate Degree 12524 (14%)
  • Bachelor Degree 36570 (42%)
  • Graduate Degree 15828 (18%)
55,585

Total Households

2.62

Average Household Size

$49,624

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 17,261 (31%)

Without Children: 38,324 (69%)

Marital Status

Married 42%
Single 25%
Divorced 8%
Separated 3%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 5%

White Collar: 95%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 9%
15 to 29 Minutes 15%
30 to 59 Minutes 12%
60+ Minutes 5%

Schools in Torrance, CA

Primary Schools (20)
Middle Schools (8)
High Schools (7)
Mixed Schools (20)
The following schools are within or nearby Torrance. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Arlington Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Meyler Street Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
2/5
Edison Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Joseph Arnold Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Howard Wood Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5

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