Brea, California
Brea: A city in Orange County, California.
About
Brea is a city located in the county of Orange in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 39,282. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 44,484 inhabitants.
The city was created 109 years ago in 1917.
Brea, California is a city in Orange County with a population of about 40,000. It is located near Los Angeles and has a lot of amenities to offer its residents. The city is within the Los Angeles metropolitan area, but it has its own distinct culture and identity.
Brea was founded in 1887 by real estate developer C.H. Brown and named after his favorite horse, "Brownie". It was incorporated as a city in 1912 and has been growing ever since.
The city's motto is "A great place to live, work, play and learn". The city has many parks including Brea Community Park and Brea Sports Park. There are also many performing arts venues like the Brea Theatre Company which puts on plays throughout the year as well as hosting concerts by local bands such as The Smithereens or Daughtry.
The city has several historic homes which have been preserved for their architectural significance such as the William H. Workman House (built in 1890), which is now an inn called Casa de Amparo Bed & Breakfast Inn & Restaurant; or De Vries House (built in 1894) which now houses a museum dedicated to Belgian-American author Hendrik van
Quick Facts about Brea
| Population | 44,484 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Orange County |
| Postal code | 92821–92823 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.26% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.74% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.9167,-117.9001 |
| Altitude | 361 feet / 110 meters |
| Establishment | February 23, 1917 (109 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 19:07:30 (18th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 11.69% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 54℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Brea is located at 33°55'0"N 117°54'0"W (33.9166800, -117.9000600).
Brea map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 54.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Brea increased by 11.69% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 39,282 | - | census |
| 2011 | 39,828 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 40,139 | 0.77% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 40,906 | 1.88% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 41,265 | 0.87% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 41,693 | 1.03% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 42,392 | 1.65% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 42,574 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 43,484 | 2.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 43,255 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 44,484 | 2.76% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in Brea
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People born in Brea (14)
People born in Brea, including model and actress Nikki Ziering, football player and sportscaster Evan Moore, United States Representative from California Craig Hosmer, .
More notable people
- Amanda Pace (American actor and television actor) she was born in 06/10/2000
- Rachel Pace (American actress) she was born in 06/10/2000
- Tommy Gallarda (American football player) he was born in 08/05/1988
- Alex Guerrero (Player of American and Canadian football) he was born in 16/02/1984
- Cody Fajardo (American football quarterback) he was born in 29/03/1992
- Cruz Reynoso (American judge) he was born in 02/05/1931
- Kyle Fogg (American basketball player) he was born in 27/01/1990
- Stephanie J. Block (American actress and singer) she was born in 19/09/1972
- Dottie Dodgion (American musician) she was born in 23/09/1929
- Eva Gutowski (American YouTuber) she was born in 29/07/1994
- Kaycee Hoover (American-born Guamanian footballer) she was born in 20/02/1996
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Brea, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123943 | Marshall B Ketchum University | Fullerton (CA) | 92831-1699 |
| 110565 | California State University-Fullerton | Fullerton (CA) | 92831-3599 |
| 114859 | Fullerton College | Fullerton (CA) | 92832-2095 |
| 120537 | Hope International University | Fullerton (CA) | 92831-3199 |
| 117672 | Southern California University of Health Sciences | Whittier (CA) | 90604 |
Nearby Transit Stations (47)
Rail and bus stations connected to Brea, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUL | Fullerton Transportation Center | 120 East Santa Fe Avenue | RAIL |
| ANA | Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center | 2150 East Katella Avenue | RAIL |
| SNA | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | 1000 East Santa Ana Boulevard | RAIL |
| POS | Pomona station | 100 West Commercial Street | RAIL |
| CLM | Claremont, California | 200 West First St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Brea.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Brea Post Office | Brea (CA) | 92822 |
Other cities in Orange County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Orange County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Anaheim | 353,676 | The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area. |
| Santa Ana | 331,301 | The most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Santa Ana metropolitan area. |
| Irvine | 283,700 | A city located in Orange County, California. |
| Huntington Beach | 198,246 | The most populous city in Orange County, California. |
| Garden Grove | 171,366 | The fourth most populous city in Orange County, California. |
| Fullerton | 139,921 | The eighth most populous city in Orange County, California. |
| Orange | 138,192 | The sixth most populous city in California. |
| Costa Mesa | 112,366 | The most populous city in Orange County, California. |
| Mission Viejo | 94,242 | A city in Orange County, California. |
| Westminster | 89,740 | A city in Orange County, California. |
| Newport Beach | 86,834 | A city in Orange County, California. |
| Lake Forest | 85,329 | A city in Orange County, California. |
| Buena Park | 81,269 | A city in Orange County, California. |
| Tustin | 79,815 | A city in Orange County, California. |
| Yorba Linda | 68,027 | A city in Orange County, California. |
| Laguna Niguel | 64,569 | The most populous city in Orange County, California. |
Distance to Other Cities
Brea distances to largest California cities