District at a Glance
742K+
Population
2024 Census estimate
105
Square miles
100% urban district
$90.8K
Median household income
17
Communities served
California's 44th Congressional District is centered in South Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Harbor Region. The district's borders are delineated by the 110 Freeway on the west, the 105 Freeway to the north, and the 710 Freeway running along the eastern border until reaching the Pacific Ocean.
Our Diversity
The demographics of California's 44th District reflect the rich mosaic of Southern California. The district has large populations of Latinos, African Americans, Italian-Americans, and Asian-Americans, as well as the largest population of Croatian Americans in California.
Ethnic Composition
61%
Hispanic or Latino
240K
Foreign-born residents
60%
Multilingual households
48.5%
Speak Spanish at home
Our Communities
The 44th District is composed of these cities and communities across Los Angeles County:
Port of Los Angeles — America's Port
The Port of Los Angeles is a vital and critical component of California's 44th Congressional District. It is an economic engine that impacts every single Congressional District in the United States. An indispensable part of our country's economy, the port has moved record-setting volumes of cargo in recent years.
3M+
Jobs supported annually
Education
K-12 School Districts
Higher Education
63.9%
High school graduation rate
13.4%
Bachelor's degree or higher
Landmarks & Institutions
California's 44th District is home to numerous educational institutions, historic sites, and entertainment venues:
Did You Know?
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The district is home to the largest population of Croatian Americans in all of California, centered in the San Pedro community.
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The Port of Los Angeles is the busiest container port in the Western Hemisphere, moving over $300 billion in cargo annually.
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The Korean Friendship Bell in San Pedro was a gift from South Korea in 1976 to mark the U.S. bicentennial — it's one of the largest bells in the world.