Arcadia, California is a small city located in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County. It is known for its tree-lined streets and expansive views of the San Gabriel Mountains. The city's population is approximately 60,000 people. Despite its relatively small size, Arcadia has excellent public transportation options available to residents and visitors alike. The Metro Gold Line runs through Arcadia, with stops at First Street Station, Arcadia Station, and Duarte Gold Line Station. Residents can also make use of several local bus lines operated by Foothill Transit and Metro Busways. These routes connect the city to Pasadena, El Monte, Monrovia, Azusa and other nearby cities. Additionally, Uber and Lyft rideshare services are widely available throughout Arcadia as well. In short, Arcadia has a great variety of public transportation options for anyone looking to get around the city or visit attractions in nearby areas.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Arcadia takes 30.8 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Arcadia get to work:
- 79.3% drive their own car alone
- 10.1% carpool with others
- 6.0% work from home
- 2.5% take mass transit