Cudahy

Cudahy is a residential city in southeastern Los Angeles County with one of the highest population densities among incorporated cities in the United States. The area is primarily residential, with homes tightly packed across a compact cityscape.

The city was founded in 1908 when meat-packing industrialist Michael Cudahy purchased land from the former Rancho San Antonio and subdivided it into small residential parcels. It developed as a working-class community designed to provide affordable housing for factory workers and their families.

The city has a strong Latino presence, with Mexican and Salvadoran communities shaping daily life, local shops, and neighborhood celebrations. This cultural identity is woven throughout the community in visible ways, from food to festivals and local gathering spaces.

The city is easy to navigate by car due to its small, compact size, and most attractions and services are accessible on foot or by short drives. Parking is readily available on residential streets throughout the area.

In 2020, an unusual incident occurred when an aircraft released jet fuel over a school area in the city. The event sparked local discussions about air safety and environmental protection in the community.

Location: Los Angeles County

Inception: 1960

Elevation above the sea: 37 m

Shares border with: Bell, Bell Gardens, South Gate, Huntington Park

Website: http://cityofcudahy.com

GPS coordinates: 33.96417,-118.18250

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:20