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Los Angeles is the largest city in California and one of the most influential cultural and economic centers in the world. The city has a population estimated at 3,868,680 inhabitants (2026 estimate). Founded in 1781 by Spanish settlers, Los Angeles remained a relatively small town until the late 19th century, when the arrival of the railroad and the growth of the oil and film industries transformed it into a major metropolis.
Today, it is globally recognized as the heart of the entertainment industry, particularly through Hollywood. Notable landmarks include the iconic Hollywood Sign, the Griffith Observatory, and the famous Santa Monica Pier. Los Angeles has also produced many internationally renowned figures, including tennis champion Venus Williams, actor Leonardo DiCaprio, and actress Marilyn Monroe. Today, the city stands as a global hub for entertainment, technology, and international trade.
Los Angeles in United States
118.2° W
Los Angeles Population Evolution
The population of Los Angeles in 2026 is estimated to 3,868,680 inhabitants. This estimate is taken from our extrapolation of available data and not an official estimate.
Population Summary
| Year | Population | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1850 | 1,610 | |
| 1900 | 102,479 | +6,265.2% |
| 1950 | 1,970,358 | +1,822.7% |
| 2000 | 3,694,820 | +87.5% |
| 2024 | 3,878,704 | +5.0% |
Interactive Map of Los Angeles
What to see in Los Angeles
University of California, Los Angeles
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Dolby Theatre
Crypto.com Arena
Hollywood Sign
Getty Center
U.S. Bank Tower
J. Paul Getty Museum
Venice Beach
beachFamous People Born in Los Angeles
Marilyn Monroe
actorLiza Minnelli
actorAmerican actress and singer
Jennifer Aniston
executive producerAmerican actress
Leonardo DiCaprio
screenwriterAmerican actor and producer
Venus Williams
writerAmerican tennis player
Kendrick Lamar
singerAmerican rapper
Sister Cities of Los Angeles
Sister cities, also known as twin cities, are formal partnerships between cities in different countries to promote cultural and commercial ties.
This list is based on publicly available structured data and may differ slightly from official municipal publications.
| City | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou | 🇨🇳 People's Republic of China | 18,676,605 |
| Mumbai | 🇮🇳 India | 15,414,288 |
| Jakarta | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 11,135,191 |
| Mexico City | 🇲🇽 Mexico | 9,209,944 |
| Tehran | 🇮🇷 Iran | 8,693,706 |
| Saint Petersburg | 🇷🇺 Russia | 5,652,922 |
| Giza | 🇪🇬 Egypt | 4,458,135 |
| Berlin | 🇩🇪 Germany | 3,782,202 |
| Busan | 🇰🇷 South Korea | 3,453,198 |
| Lusaka | 🇿🇲 Zambia | 2,467,563 |
| Taipei | 🇹🇼 Taiwan | 2,442,991 |
| Beirut | 🇱🇧 Lebanon | 2,421,354 |
| Salvador | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 2,417,678 |
| Nagoya | 🇯🇵 Japan | 2,326,844 |
| Auckland | 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 1,470,100 |
| Yerevan | 🇦🇲 Armenia | 1,106,300 |
| Vancouver | 🇨🇦 Canada | 662,248 |
| Athens | 🇬🇷 Greece | 643,452 |
| San Salvador | 🇸🇻 El Salvador | 330,543 |
| Makati | 🇵🇭 Philippines | 309,770 |
| Kaunas | 🇱🇹 Lithuania | 305,120 |
| Bordeaux | 🇫🇷 France | 267,991 |
| Split | 🇭🇷 Croatia | 160,577 |
| Eilat | 🇮🇱 Israel | 51,935 |
| Ischia | 🇮🇹 Italy | 19,598 |
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Sources & References
- Wikidata
- United States Census Bureau (accessed on 16 March 2026)