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Inglewood
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Inglewood is a city of about 108,000 in southwestern Los Angeles County, roughly 15 miles south of downtown LA and close to LAX. Incorporated in 1908, it has evolved from a small bedroom community into a dense urban center with a mix of residential neighborhoods, commercial strips, and ongoing development. The city sits in the South Bay region and has seen significant reinvestment in recent years, including the opening of new sports and entertainment venues.
The city is organized around a walkable urban grid in many areas, with shopping, dining, and services distributed throughout. You'll find chain grocery stores like Ralphs and Vons alongside independent markets like El Super, casual restaurants and fast-food options, and gyms scattered across town. Parks like Ashwood Park, Rogers Park, and Center Park offer green space for residents, though these are modest in scale compared to larger regional parks.
Living here
Day-to-day life in Inglewood revolves around a car. While some errands can be done on foot in denser pockets, you will need a vehicle for most shopping, work commutes, and leisure trips. The city sits in an above-average traffic corridor, and air quality ranks in the middle range for California, so traffic noise and diesel particulate exposure are realities of living here. The walkability score is slightly above the regional median, meaning sidewalk infrastructure exists but is uneven.
Inglewood is relatively compact and dense for the area, making it feel more urban than some nearby suburbs. Neighbors tend to be families, working professionals, and long-term residents. The cultural character is diverse, with strong Latino, Black, and immigrant communities reflected in local businesses, restaurants, and street life. Expect an active, working-class feel rather than a quiet residential retreat.
Who it's for
Inglewood works best for renters who need affordable proximity to LAX, the South Bay, or jobs in central LA, and who are comfortable driving. It suits families and individuals seeking an urban, mixed-income neighborhood with walkable pockets and genuine local character over a polished, car-free vibe. If you depend heavily on public transit, look elsewhere; rail access is effectively zero. If you prioritize air quality or quiet, the location near major corridors and the airport is a drawback.
Environment & livability
Air quality: moderate diesel PM exposure for California.
Above the state median, linked to mild long-term respiratory risk in some studies. Worth considering for sensitive households.
Traffic exposure: above-average traffic corridor exposure.
Higher traffic proximity correlates with elevated noise, diesel emissions, and reduced pedestrian comfort on nearby streets.
Tree cover: very limited tree cover, predominantly concrete.
Low canopy areas tend to run hotter and feel more exposed. Research links tree cover to lower ambient temperatures and improved pedestrian comfort.
Walkability: walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
A mixed walkability area. Good for quick trips on foot, but some destinations will require driving or transit.
Transit: minimal transit access, car strongly recommended.
Very infrequent or no meaningful transit nearby. Car dependency is high in this area.
Environmental data from CalEnviroScreen 4.0 and the EPA Smart Location Database. Informational only, not professional advice for a housing decision.
Who lives in Inglewood
Population
98,448
Renters
64%
of households rent
Median age
38
Median income
$69k
per household
Census ACS 5-year estimates.
Schools in Inglewood
20 public schools sit inside this area · 17 with published results. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.
| School | Grades | English | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett/Kew Leadership Academy of Excellence Elementary | K-8 | 35% | 31% |
| Beulah Payne STEAM Academy Elementary | K-8 | 30% | 18% |
| Centinela Elementary | K-8 | 34% | 29% |
| ICEF Inglewood Elementary Charter AcademyCharter Elementary | K-5 | 53% | 44% |
| Kelso (William H.) Elementary | K-7 | 20% | 13% |
| Oak Street Elementary | K-8 | 31% | 16% |
| Wilder's Preparatory Academy CharterCharter Elementary | K-5 | 76% | 64% |
| Woodworth-Monroe Academy Elementary | K-8 | 19% | 12% |
| Century Community CharterCharter Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 50% | 29% |
| Environmental Charter Middle - InglewoodCharter Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 50% | 39% |
| Grace Hopper STEM AcademyCharter Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 29% | 14% |
| Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter MiddleCharter Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 76% | 55% |
| Animo City of Champions Charter HighCharter High School | 9-12 | 46% | 4% |
| Animo Inglewood Charter HighCharter High School | 9-12 | 74% | 19% |
| City Honors International Preparatory HighCharter High School | 9-12 | 78% | 32% |
| Inglewood Continuation High High School | 11-12 | 10% | 0% |
| Inglewood High High School | 9-12 | 35% | 5% |
| Iovine and Young Center Inglewood High School | No Data | — | — |
| New Opportunities CharterCharter High School | 9-12 | — | — |
| Inglewood Adult Adult | No Data | — | — |
Source: California Dept. of Education (directory) and CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2025. We publish these figures as the state reports them and show the same table for every neighborhood. Saktoo does not rate schools, and school data is never part of a neighborhood match score. Attendance boundaries change — confirm the assigned school with the district before relying on it.
Around Inglewood
ALDI · El Super Mexican Supermarket · Food 4 Less · Ralphs
Starbucks
Arby's · Astro Burgers · Brolly Hut · Burger King
Ashwood Park · Center Park · Circle Park · Darby Park
Iconix Fitness · LA Fitness
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What the census says about Inglewood
Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Inglewood; none of them feed the scores above.
- Typical commute
- 36 min
- one way, residents who work
- Settled households
- 76%
- moved in before 2018
- Housing built
- ~1959
- average year of construction
- Above 1 per room
- 12%
- a measure of housing pressure
- Vacant units
- 7%
- of all housing units
- Broadband
- 90%
- of households subscribe
- Detached houses
- 45%
- the rest are attached or apartments
- Typical size
- 2 bed
- median across all homes here
- Homes here
- 16,074
- total housing units
Averaged across 29 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.
Inglewood in the regional index
How Inglewood places when every neighborhood in LA and Orange County is scored the same way.
- Where rent goes furthest
Ranks #67 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
- Cheap rent without needing a car
Ranks #78 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
- Low rent and clean air together
Ranks #80 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there public transit in Inglewood?+
Inglewood has no rail stations nearby and minimal bus coverage compared to the regional average. You will need a car for most trips. If transit access is essential to your lifestyle, this city is not a good fit.
What is the walkability like?+
Inglewood is walkable for some errands, comparable to the regional median. You can reach coffee shops, restaurants, and grocers on foot in some neighborhoods, but a car is useful or necessary for most shopping and all work commutes. It ranks 157th of 319 areas in the region for walkability.
How is the traffic and air quality?+
Inglewood sits in an above-average traffic corridor (ranks 145th of 317 for traffic exposure) and has moderate air quality by California standards, with some diesel PM exposure. Proximity to major routes and LAX means traffic noise and congestion are regular features of living here.
What kinds of amenities are nearby?+
You'll find about 1 coffee shop, 4-5 restaurants, 1 grocery store, 1 gym, and 1 park within a short walk on average, depending on your exact location. Major chains like Starbucks, LA Fitness, Ralphs, and Vons are distributed throughout the city, along with independent eateries and markets reflecting the local community.
Is Inglewood walkable?+
Inglewood ranks #144 of 346 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
What is the average rent in Inglewood?+
Current residents of Inglewood pay a median rent of about $1,776 per month (Census ACS). Asking rents for new leases typically run higher.
How is the air quality in Inglewood?+
Inglewood has moderate diesel PM exposure for California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 60 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Inglewood?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Inglewood are East Rancho Dominguez, West Anaheim, Bell and Bell Gardens.