The city of Duarte, California, CA

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About The City of Duarte, California, CA

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About Duarte, California

There is a small city called Duarte, CA, located on the foothills of the surrounding mountains. The native Tomgva people first inhabited it. In the 1700s, the Spanish colonized the area and set up a mission in the San Gabriel Valley. 

Roughly a century later, the area was now controlled by the Mexican government and was parceled out to Mexican corporal Andrés Avelino Duarte. 

After the Mexican-American war, Corporal Duarte sold portions of his land to ease his debts. The people he sold his land to start building the foundations of a city, such as water lines, schools, and a post office. 

In the 1930s, Duarte was known for its medical advancements. In modern times Duarte is known as focused on retail development and has been listed in Forbes as one of America’s most expensive zip codes. 

Duarte, CA FAQ 

Is Duarte a nice place to live?

Duarte’s community is great for families and has lots of great places to eat, hang out, walk, and live. On the north side of the city, a cycle route offers enjoyable and convenient opportunities for running, walking, bicycling, hiking, and other activities. The local schools are good and continue to improve in small ways.

What is Duarte known for?

On 40 acres of land south of Duarte Road, the Jewish Relief Association built a tuberculosis sanitarium in 1913. Later on, this developed into the renowned City of Hope Medical Center, a pioneer in the fight against cancer and other grave illnesses.

How do you pronounce Duarte California?

It is pronounced like “Dw-ar-tei”

Is Duarte in LA County?

Yes, Duarte is in Los Angeles County.

Is Duarte expensive?

Housing costs in Duarte are 111% more expensive than the national average, and utility costs are 10% more expensive. Gas prices and transportation costs, such as bus fares, are 27% higher than the national average. Grocery costs in Duarte are 11% more expensive than those nationwide.

How much is tax in Duarte, CA?

What is the Duarte, California sales tax rate? Duarte, California’s minimum combined 2023 sales tax rate is 10.25 percent.

Duarte, California Demographics

Age and Household Statistics in Duarte

Male Population: 9,806

Female Population: 11,593

Duarte Population: 21,399

Median Age: 41.9

Under 5 years old: approx. 5.1%

Under 18 years old: approx. 16.8%

Residents 65 or older: approx. 19.7%

Total Households: 6,982

Average People Per Household: 3

Marital Status Statistics

Never Married: 6,677

Married: 8,719

Separated: 327

Widowed: 1,003

Divorced: 1,896

Racial Statistics (percentages) in Duarte

White: 48.4%

Black or African American: 4.4%

American Indian/Native American: 1.7%

Asian: 17.1%

Two or More Races: 11.4%

Hispanic or Latino: 51.0%

Income Statistics in Duarte

Average Household Income: $96,288

Median Household Income: $82,620

People below Poverty Level: 1,955

Blue Collar Positions: 2,284

White Collar Positions: 8,389

Education Level in Duarte

No High School: 1,409

Some High School: 5,138

Some College: 4,800

Associate Degree: 1,497

Bachelor’s Degree: 3,575

Graduate Degree: 1,817

  • The city is located on the historic route 66.
  • The city is named after the ranchero who founded the community, Andres Duarte.
  • The first known avocado tree planted in California was in Duarte.
  • There have been a number of films and shows shot in Duarte.
    • Grosse Pointe Blank (1997)
    • The Craft (1996)
    • South Of Nowhere (2005-2008)
    • Ghoulies IV (1994)
    • Descendant (2003)

Climate Of Duarte 

Most of the cities in the SGV share a similar weather pattern and climate. 

The particular city of Duarte averages between 45F and 90F, and anything outside of that range is abnormal. 

Overall the weather in the area is Mediterranean in nature. 

During the summer, the average is in the 80s F and is fairly warm and dry.

During the winter months, the average is in the high 60s F to low 70s F. The overall feel is cool, somewhat humid, and has an arid feel.

Duarte, California, CA Points of Interest

City of Hope National Medical Center

Located at 1500 E Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA 91010, they are regarded as a leader in the fight against cancer and other diseases.

Rancho Duarte Golf Course

Located at 1000 Las Lomas Rd, Duarte, CA 91010. This 9-hole golf course has a challenging layout and yet has a bucolic setting that allows golfers to enjoy the outdoors.

Route 66

Visitors can still see remnants of what used to be America’s Main Street at a few of the motor courts on Huntington Drive.

Duarte Historical Museum

Located at 777 Encanto Pkwy, Duarte, CA 91010. The museum highlights the history of the city of Duarte with exhibits and displays.

Justice Brothers Racing Museum

Located at 2734 E Huntington Dr, Duarte, CA 91010. The museum has a collection of vintage gasoline pumps, motorcycles, automobilia, gasoline pump globe collection, and a collection of toy cars.