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Norwalk, California

Located in Los Angeles County, California, Norwalk was established in 1873. Norwalk was once a major dairy farming community. The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder is located in Norwalk.
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Founded 1873 | Population 103,949 | Peak 103,949 (2024) | County Los Angeles County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Norwalk, California

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1873Founded: Dairy farming community in southeast LA County.
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1923Economic Development: Norwalk grew through the oil and petroleum industry.
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1968Cerritos College: Community college serves region.
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2010Modern Era: Norwalk continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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1873 Culture
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1923 Industry
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1968 Culture
Cerritos College
2010 Culture
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Did You Know?

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Norwalk was once a major dairy farming community.
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The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder is located in Norwalk.
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Part of the 'Gateway Cities' region of southeast LA County.
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Norwalk was founded in 1873.
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Norwalk has a population of approximately 103,949.

Famous People from Norwalk, California

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Tiffany
Actor, Singer · Born Oct 2, 1971 · Age 54
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Ruth Asawa
Sculptor, Textile Artist · Born Jan 24, 1926 · Died Aug 6, 2013 (age 87)
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Cristina Vee
Singer, Musician · Born Jul 11, 1987 · Age 38
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