Huntington Beach,California
Why People Love Huntington Beach, CA
Parks & Recreation
Huntington Beach's 10-mile coast, Huntington City Beach, Huntington Central Park, Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, bike routes, surfing and beach recreation define its outdoor identity. One feature of Huntington Beach's local setting is that that mix gives Huntington Beach residents choices ranging from everyday outdoor time to larger recreation outings. Within Huntington Beach's surrounding area, the variety supports both quick neighborhood recreation and more planned outdoor trips.
Shopping & Dining
Main Street and Pacific City anchor oceanfront dining and shopping, while Bella Terra provides a major inland retail, dining and entertainment center. One feature of Huntington Beach's local setting is that the result is a practical mix of stores, restaurants, and commercial destinations available from Huntington Beach. Within Huntington Beach's surrounding area, the mix is useful for both ordinary errands and occasions when residents want a broader restaurant or retail choice.
Employment & Economy
Tourism and hospitality are prominent, joined by retail, health care, professional services, manufacturing and broader Orange County employment; Census data shows substantial retail and accommodation activity. One feature of Huntington Beach's local setting is that people living in Huntington Beach can therefore look across several of the employers and sectors that shape the surrounding economy.
Education & Schools
Huntington Beach City School District, Ocean View School District and Huntington Beach Union High School District serve public schools; Golden West College adds local higher education. One feature of Huntington Beach's local setting is that the education picture for Huntington Beach includes both the schools serving local addresses and higher-education institutions in the region.
Culture & Entertainment
Surf City USA culture centers on the Huntington Beach Pier, International Surfing Museum, U.S. Open of Surfing, Surfing Walk of Fame, beach events and community festivals. One feature of Huntington Beach's local setting is that those destinations give Huntington Beach households a varied set of arts, entertainment, heritage, and event choices. Within Huntington Beach's surrounding area, the variety allows residents to choose among different kinds of outings throughout the year.
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- Population198,711 (2020 Census)
- County / CountiesOrange County
- County Seat(s)Santa Ana
- Area Codes714, 657
- Major HighwaysPacific Coast Highway (CA 1); Beach Boulevard (CA 39); I-405