Areas of LA that are NOT segregated?

Question

So I may be moving out to LA in August, but I have some reservations. I come from a city in the deep south and, needless to say, race relations here aren't the best. I am trying to get away from all of this and thought LA would be a nice change. However, I've heard that it's a really segregated city and that race relations aren't much better. Apparently all the white people live on the westside, all the black people in south central, and all the hispanic people live on the eastside. Is this true? Are there any communities in the area that are nice as well as integrated? I want to live in a diverse, fun place....I'm really sick of all the nastiness that comes from people hating each other bc of race.

Answer 1

well i lived and grew up in a very integrated area-torrance,lomita,santa monica,venice,san pedro...these are all very integrated as far as race goes,very diverse.....


and k9guy07...pay attention to what he freaking wrote...he wants to be with other races....he doesnt want to be segregated,before you attack him....read what was written dummy!

Answer 2

Funny, I never thought of LA as segregated. But I guess it's somewhat true, if you are lower-income. People of one culture tend to congregate around their own kind.

Once you get to middle-income levels, though, that pretty much goes out the window. People of all races and cultures live next to each other without a problem. In places like Eagle Rock, you'll find many cultures and nationalities: There are a lot of Latinos, Filipinos, Asians, and Caucasions all mixed together. Where I live now, nobody cares what culture you are as long as you keep your lawn mowed.

Interestingly enough, my wife teaches at a school that is in a middle-income area that is primarily African-American. And my daughter attends that school because it's convenient for us... she's the only white kid in that school. I don't think she hates anyone, nor is she hated (in fact, the other kids always want to touch her hair, never having any exposure to another white kid before). It's been a good experience, she gets to see kids that are different racially from her, and it's no big deal. THAT'S what LA is all about: Diversity, acceptance, and celebrating that which makes us unique, as well as that which we have in common.

Good luck!

Answer 3

Our perceptions create our reality.

There was s atory about a traveler who met the Buddha on
the road. The Buddha just asked him where he came from.
"Oh in that city people are full of crime and hatred. It's a horiible
city!" the traveler said. What's is it like in the next town ahead.
he asked the Buddha. The Buddha thought, then said, "the city
ahead is just like the one you came from!" Then the Buddha
smiled and left, and the traveler continued his journey.

Another traveler came upon the Buddha. The Buddha asked
him where he was from and what kind of city it was.
"Oh it's wonderful, people care for and help each other,
they are very kind, loving and generous with each other.
You never have to worry for there is no crime or hatred;
it is peaceful, prosperous and joyous!" he exclaimed.
The Buddha smiled and was happy to hear that. This
traveler then asked the Buddha what the city ahead was
like.

"I have just come from there and it is exactly like the city
you described!" the Buddha answered, smiled and walked
away. The second traveler, now encouraged, went to the city
and found it was just as the Buddha described!

----The point of the story is pretty obvious. And I know
how you feel, having read some of your posts/questions.
I would like to email you privately about being a gay Asian,
if you could, would dare to trust me. No put downs, just a dialogue. But it's up to you...since I can't email or IM you,
will invite you to do so to me. Peace....and belssings.
And I am (for good or bad, this life, Caucasian.)

Answer 4

I don't really see Los Angeles as being segregated as such.
It is true that people of different cultures live in certain places, but it's not so much because of race or ethnicity, but more a matter of economic circumstance.

You will find lower income people of all races and backgrounds living in the poorer areas of town such as Compton, Watts, South Central, East L.A., and Santa Ana just as you will see the more affluent of all backgrounds living in "posh" areas such as Pacific Palisades, Palos Verdes, and Malibu.

I am very white and consider myself to be "middle class". That is the type of neighborhood I live in because that is what I can afford. My neighbors, on my street, are White, Black, Hispanic, Filipino, Korean, and one we aren't quite sure of , but "it's" friendly. We all get along just fine, but that is not to say that you won't find a "knucklehead" every once in a while..

Before you move out here I would HIGHLY suggest if it is within your budget to come for a few days to visit. See for your self the different areas, the cost of housing, food, and other necessities of life, and get a feel for the town. Then if you still think this is where you want to live you will be welcomed into what ever community you are able to afford.

Answer 5

No, L.A. won't disappoint you. l. a. County is huge. for each city like Carson, San Gabriel or Huntington Park, there are thousands extra that are ethnically distinctive. Culver city, Hollywood, Venice, Eagle Rock, West Adams, Echo Park, North Hollywood, Mid Wilshire, Silverlake, West l. a., and so on. maximum of issues you have heard are in simple terms blanket generalizations. you will see once you get right here. persons are extra tolerable and accepting than the different place interior the rustic...and that i've got lived throughout.

Answer 6

No, what you have heard isn't entirely true. There is also a very large population of Asian's in the "Little Saigon" area, and Italians in the "Little Italy" section.

If I were you, I would think very carefully about renting first, until you find an area you feel comfortable in. Visit the Target discount stores in various parts of town, and the grocery stores. I would suggest that you try Carson, Huntington Park, Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, Alhambra, parts of South Gate (which is where I lived).

Answer 7

Your information is mostly true. However, there are some communities that either march to their own beat... or are geographically borderline (and therefore, not segregated by default).

Long Beach is very racially diverse. Venice Beach, Silver Lake, and Pasadena are fairly mixed as well.

Answer 8

Yes it is true, pretty much as you describe. Segregation in L.A. is driven by economic forces and not racial issues. The truth is that if you have the resources, one may live in any area that pleases them.

Answer 9

You are in the minority due to your thought process. So be the big minded guy and walk down Watts or the East side. See how long you last.

Answer 10

Segregation is illegal!