West Hills at a Glance
According to the 2000 census, the population of West Hills is now nearing 31,000. The median family income is over $84,000 annually. Located in the western San Fernando Valley, West Hills is a thriving and beautiful community of 8.56 square miles.
Businesses in adjacent Woodland Hills include Boeing, Litton, Blue Cross of California, Transamerica Insurance Group, Sebastian International and Applause, Inc. The community of West Hills is bordered by Bell Canyon, Chatsworth, Canoga Park and Woodland Hills. 25% of the population is under 18, according to the census. The spectacular crags of the Santa Susana mountains have featured in motion pictures since the time of silent films.
Nestled in the western end of Los Angeles County, West Hills boasts an enviable climate with an average annual rainfall of 13.6 inches, and winter average tempertatures from the 40s to the 60s. Recreation abounds here, with hiking and mountain biking in the Santa Monica and Santa Susana Mountains, and Malibu Beach is just a twenty-five minute drive on Las Virgenes Road through the scenic Malibu Canyon. On your way, stop at Malibu Creek State Park, where MASH was filmed.
