Santa Monica
A community guide to Santa Monica in California, the United States.
- Population
- 93,076 residents
- Region
- California
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 34.0195, -118.4914
Getting there
Reaching Santa Monica typically involves the regional road network of California or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Santa Monica to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of California. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Santa Monica.
Economy and services
The economy of Santa Monica reflects a mixed regional economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in California. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of California and the United States. Businesses based in Santa Monica draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Visiting
Santa Monica welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of California, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Santa Monica are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across California. For travellers passing through the United States, Santa Monica provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.