A snapshot of the Valley's people, neighborhoods, and households.
According to the Los Angeles Times:
1,435,854 population in 2000, according to the U.S. Census.
224.56 square miles, divided into 34 neighborhoods.
6,394 people per square mile. The most dense neighborhood is Panorama City, and the least dense is Shadow Hills.
The most diverse neighborhood is Winnetka, and the least diverse neighborhood is San Fernando.
Household income in thousands of 2000 dollars. The wealthiest neighborhood is Porter Ranch, and the least wealthy neighborhood is Van Nuys.
26.3% of residents 25 and older have a four-year degree. The neighborhood with the highest rate is Porter Ranch, and the neighborhood with the lowest rate is Pacoima.
The neighborhood with the oldest population is Encino, and the neighborhood with the youngest population is Pacoima.
49.1% of households are renters. The neighborhood with the highest rental rate is North Hollywood, and the neighborhood with the lowest rental rate is Porter Ranch.