Arleta California Map

About Arleta, California

Arleta is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 40,000. The population density is 4800.0 people per km². Arleta is located at 34.2481°N, 118.4324°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 91331.

Arleta rests upon a flat expanse of the San Fernando Valley, defined by a landscape that stretches toward the distant, hazy silhouette of the Santa Monica Mountains. It lies 1.0 miles south-southwest of Pacoima, CA (from Pacoima, CA: bearing 197°T), and is situated 4.3 miles north-northeast of Van Nuys. The Pacoima Diversion Channel cuts a functional path through the terrain, managing the seasonal runoff that characterizes this inland basin. Nearby, the Pacoima Spreading Grounds provide a quiet, utilitarian relief to the neighborhood's structured grid. During the late afternoon, the sun casts a long, amber glow over the dry, sun-baked earth, imbuing the suburban streets with a temporary, golden warmth. Residents often find solace in the open space of Devonshire Arleta Park, where the horizon remains wide and unobstructed by more imposing geological features. Arleta grew from the transformation of agricultural land into a residential enclave, reflecting the mid-century expansion that defined much of the surrounding valley. The local economy relies on a mixture of light industry and small-scale commercial enterprise, with many residents commuting to larger employment hubs beyond the immediate vicinity. Businesses here operate with a steady, pragmatic rhythm, supporting the daily needs of families who have chosen to settle in these quiet, predictable blocks. While the region lacks the heavy manufacturing of its industrial past, the infrastructure remains geared toward movement and utility. The proximity to regional transit arteries keeps Arleta connected to the broader economic life of the state, even as the neighborhood maintains its own distinct, modest pace of commerce. Cultural life in Arleta finds its expression in the daily interactions of a diverse, hardworking population that values steady neighborhood stability. Community gatherings often center around local schools and the shaded lawns of Devonshire Arleta Park, serving as the primary anchors for social life. The area maintains an unpretentious character, where the architecture is primarily functional and the atmosphere is defined by the hum of suburban activity. While the distant peaks of the Santa Monica Mountains provide a permanent backdrop, the true landmarks here are the neighborhood schools and the well-traveled roads that link the residents to their work. Notable individuals who have spent time in or near this vicinity include the actor Danny Trejo, whose career trajectory reflects the grit often found in the surrounding valley culture. Life in Arleta persists with a quiet dignity, grounded by the reality of its inland geography and the persistent, dry heat of the summer months.

About This Arleta Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Arleta, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.248058, -118.432404. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Arleta and Los Angeles County.

Detailed location data for Arleta includes the ZIP code (91331), telephone area code (626), county seat of Los Angeles County (Los Angeles), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Arleta is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.