- Home
- Our Community
- About La Habra
About La Habra
Located at Orange County’s northernmost corner, La Habra is 7.3 square miles with a population of nearly 62,000 and approximately 21,000 households. A quiet residential community, it is conveniently located within an hour’s drive of many beaches, mountain, and desert recreation areas.
Schools, Careers & City Focus
A full-service city employing over 220 people on a full-time basis, La Habra provides a full range of services, including police protection, water and sanitation services, street maintenance, animal control, permit processing, and recreation programs. Within the City are 3 outstanding school districts, which combined operate 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 public high schools. A number of private and specialty schools also exist including preschools and those for the developmentally challenged. The City continues to focus on public safety, capital improvements, economic development, customer service, and beautification.
Community Programs
La Habra also offers a distinctive and well-rounded program of civic, recreational, social and cultural services to its residents, including 20 parks, a Children’s Museum, Community Theater, Tennis Center, and diverse Community Center. Community services include senior citizen programs, recreation classes, youth and adult sports programs, facility rentals, and an active volunteer program.
-
Lifestyle in La Habra
-
Local Points of Interest
La Habra is home to many points of interest, including the La Habra Children's Museum, which inspires and educates children, and the La Habra Host Lions Club Corn Festival, an annual event that has been celebrated since 1947. Many of these sites are described here.
-
History
Located at Orange County's northernmost corner, La Habra today is 7.3 square miles, with a population of nearly 62,000. A quiet bedroom community, it is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountain, and desert recreation areas. Information on the City's history, City Tree, City Flower, and Mission Statement can be found here.
-
Schools
La Habra youth are served by three public school districts. Within the City's boundaries, there are 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 public high schools, and 1 private high school. Links to each of the school district's websites are listed here.
-
Demographics
-
Move More, Eat Healthy Campaign
The Move More, Eat Healthy La Habra Campaign recognizes that healthy eating and regular physical activity are key ingredients to good health at any age.
-
Veterans & Military Programs
Contact Us
-
City Council
James Gomez, Mayor
Daren Nigsarian, Mayor Pro Tem
Rose Espinoza, Councilmember
Jose Medrano, Councilmember
Steve Simonian, Councilmember
City Hall
110 East La Habra Boulevard
La Habra, CA 90631
Phone: 562-383-4000
Hours
Monday through Thursday
7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed Every Friday
Mayor Available by Appointment
The Mayor's Office does not have set hours. Hours are held by appointment at City Hall, located at 110 East La Habra Boulevard. Members of the public that wish to schedule an appointment with the Mayor may do so by calling 562-383-4010.