South Gate, CA
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About South Gate
- • Actress Bella Thorne, known for roles on Disney Channel, was born in South Gate.
- • Though disputed, some claim the lowrider car culture has roots in South Gate.
- • The General Motors South Gate Assembly plant established the city's economic base.
- • South Gate was once known as the "Azalea City" for its prolific flower farms.
- • The 1938 Los Angeles flood significantly impacted South Gate's early development.
- • Named for being the 'south gate' to Los Angeles, it incorporated in 1923.
- • With over 92,000 residents, its population is similar to Santa Monica.
- • Its elevation is 121 feet, lower than many nearby inland cities.
- • Manufacturing and retail are major employment sectors for South Gate residents.
- • South Gate feels like a vibrant, close-knit community with a strong Latinx influence.
- • The Los Angeles Chargers, a short drive away, won the AFL Championship in 1963.
- • South Gate High School Rams have a storied football rivalry with Downey High Vikings.
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