Norwalk City Center, Norwalk, CA
Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Norwalk, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe379
Medium367
Low526
Other1565
186 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape34
Child involved136
Assault20
Other20
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported dispute between neighbors near Verdura Ave, where one person was reportedly yelling and getting in the other’s face during an argument about pets. | Verdura Ave, Paramount, CA | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 34 is staging in Cerritos for a reported assault near Bloomfield Avenue and Eckleson Street. | Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, CA 90703 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported assault at a sports complex near Bloomfield Avenue in Cerritos. Radio traffic indicated that four males allegedly assaulted the reporting party and an 18-year-old male. The suspects were described as wearing dark gray shirts, light gray pants, and Dodger hats, and the reporting party was said to be in the park area. | Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, CA 90703 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person required basic life support near Rosecrans Avenue and South Gridley Road. Engine 20 was dispatched for the response. | Rosecrans Ave, Norwalk, CA 90650 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a reported smoke detector activation at a high school on Cerritos Avenue in Cerritos. | 183rd St, Cerritos, CA 90703 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported the situation was under control after a possible vandalism call near Adams Street and Paramount Boulevard in Paramount, California. | Adams St & Paramount Blvd, Paramount, CA 90723 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies and medical units respond to a possible overdose involving a man in his 20s in a rear alley near Adams Street and Georgia Avenue in Paramount. | Adams St & Georgia Ave, Paramount, CA 90723 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a possible overdose involving a man in his twenties near Adams Street and Georgia Avenue in Paramount, with units responding emergency code 3 to the rear alley area by a bicycle. | Adams St & Georgia Ave, Paramount, CA 90723 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies received a report of about five gunshots heard from the alley behind a location near Rosecrans Ave near Madrid Ave in Norwalk. A second caller reported a male wearing a dark hoodie and shorts on a scooter possibly involved, last seen heading toward the “Disney” area. | Rosecrans Ave, Norwalk, CA 90650 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was reported near East Firestone Boulevard close to Valley View Avenue. Engine 49 was dispatched to the scene. | Firestone Blvd, La Mirada, CA 90638 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$724,061
Average Rent
$2,114
Vacancy Rate
3.6%
Overview
Norwalk City Center is an urban neighborhood in Norwalk, CA, with homes mostly built between 1940 and 1969.
The neighborhood has a strong Mexican ancestry presence at 60.8% and a moderate vacancy rate indicating steady housing demand.
UrbanEstablished HomesStrong Mexican Heritage
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Urban |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Norwalk City Center's housing stock consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, occupied by a mix of owners and renters, mostly built 1940-1969.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed ownership and rental |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Majority built 1940-1969 |
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes date from the Baby Boom era, reflecting a historic character.
Vacancy rate suggests steady demand and supply balance.
Families & Lifestyle
Norwalk City Center is a moderate income neighborhood with diverse occupations and a moderate childhood poverty rate.
Occupational diversity includes clerical, executive, sales, and manufacturing workers.
The neighborhood supports a balanced community lifestyle.
Occupational Mix — 30.7% clerical/tech support; 28.0% executive/professional; 23.8% sales/service; 17.2% manufacturing/labor.
| Middle Income | Higher income than 51.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 28.0% |
|---|---|
| Middle Income | Higher income than 51.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| Mexican Ancestry | 60.8% |
| Foreign Born | 34.4% |
| Korean Speakers | 5.3% |
| Top Languages | ["Spanish","English","Tagalog","Korean"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with many commuting 15-30 minutes, shorter than average for the U.S.
Norwalk City Center offers relatively short commutes with high car usage, reflecting urban-suburban connectivity.
Short Commutes — 32.1% of workers commute 15-30 minutes, less than typical U.S. neighborhoods.
Car Dependent — Majority drive alone, with significant carpooling.
| Drive Alone Rate | 76.3% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 12.6% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 90650
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $724,061.
How diverse is the neighborhood?
It has a strong Mexican ancestry presence at 60.8% and notable linguistic diversity including Korean speakers.