Burbank, California

Burbank: The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.

About

Burbank is a city located in the county of Los Angeles in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 103,340. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 101,866 inhabitants.

The city was created 138 years ago in 1887.

Burbank is a city in Los Angeles County, located just north of downtown LA. With a population of over 100,000, it's a key part of the San Fernando Valley region.

Media Capital of the World

Burbank has been nicknamed the "Media Capital of the World" thanks to its high concentration of media companies. Major studios like Warner Bros. and Disney are headquartered in Burbank, along with studios like Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network.

Burbank is also home to the Walt Disney Studios historic lot that houses the original animation building and offices. You can even take a guided tour of the studios.

Burbank Airport

The Hollywood Burbank Airport serves over 5 million travelers annually with flights from major carriers. Its proximity to LA makes it a popular airport option. The airport is located right off the Golden State Freeway, providing easy access.

Downtown Burbank

Downtown Burbank features shops, restaurants, and entertainment spots catering to local residents and visitors. The downtown area has a charming, walkable vibe. Popular attractions include the Burbank Town Center mall and the Magnolia Park neighborhood with its antique shops and eateries.

With its media dominance and LA access, Burbank is a major force in the San Fernando Valley region of Southern California.

Burbank locator map
Location of Burbank on California map.

Quick Facts about Burbank

Population 101,866 (2020)
Country United States of America
State California (United States)
County Los Angeles County
Postal code 91501–91526, 91522, 91504, 91521, 91526, 91523, 91507, 91502, 91501, 91503, 91508, 91510, 91521-0001, 91506, 91505
Official name Burbank
Water as percent of area 0.22%
Land as percent of area 99.78%
Latitude & Longitude 34.1808,-118.3090
Altitude 1,991 feet / 607 meters
Establishment May 01, 1887 (138 years ago)
Time Zone Pacific Time Zone, UTC−08:00, UTC−07:00
Local time 14:58:36 (22nd April 2026)
Population growth -1.45% (2010-2020)
Weather 52℉ Light Rain Likely then Partly Cloudy 7-days weather
Burbank media district from Griffith Park 2015-11-07 image
Burbank media district from Griffith Park 2015-11-07 image

Geography

Burbank is located at 34°10'51"N 118°18'32"W (34.1808400, -118.3089700). It has 2 neighbors: Glendale and Los Angeles.

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Weather

52°F
Light Rain Likely then Partly Cloudy
5 to 10 mph W Tuesday Night

Rain likely before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. West wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New...

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Official website of Burbank

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Demographics

According to census records, the population of Burbank decreased by 1.45% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 103,340 - census
2011 103,732 0.38% estimation process
2012 104,077 0.33% estimation process
2013 104,355 0.27% estimation process
2014 104,405 0.05% estimation process
2015 104,472 0.06% estimation process
2016 104,097 -0.36% estimation process
2017 104,174 0.07% estimation process
2018 103,349 -0.8% estimation process
2019 102,511 -0.82% estimation process
2020 101,866 -0.63% estimation process
Burbank zip code is 91501. County name: Los Angeles, County fips: 06037
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People born in Burbank (191)

People born in Burbank, including actress, screenwriter and novelist Carrie Fisher, actor Doug Savant, actress, producer, and model Rene Russo, .

More notable people

  • Bonnie Raitt (blues singer-songwriter and slide guitar player from the United States) she was born in 08/11/1949
  • Mara Wilson (American playwright, singer, blogger, writer and actress) was born in 24/07/1987
  • Sandy Neilson (American swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, former world record holder) she was born in 20/03/1956
  • Morgan York (former American actress) she was born in 18/01/1993
  • Joely Fisher (American actress) she was born in 29/10/1967
  • Juliet Anderson (American movie actress and director) she was born in 23/07/1938
  • Flower Tucci (American movie actress) she was born in 02/01/1981
  • Mikayla Mendez (American movie actress) she was born in 29/08/1980
  • Seychelle Gabriel (actress) she was born in 25/03/1991
  • Wil Wheaton (American actor and writer) he was born in 29/07/1972
  • Laura Johnson (American actress) she was born in 01/08/1957
  • Mark Harmon (actor from the United States) he was born in 02/09/1951
  • John Ritter (American actor (1948-2003)) he was born in 17/09/1948
  • Todd Sand (figure skater) he was born in 30/10/1963
  • Eddie Cibrian (actor) he was born in 16/06/1973
  • Jill Schoelen (American actress) she was born in 21/03/1963
  • Lily Jackson (American actress) she was born in 06/04/1998
  • Debbe Dunning (American actress) she was born in 11/07/1966

Nearby Schools and Colleges

Schools and campuses linked to Burbank, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.

Code Name City ZIP
449366 Make-up Designory Burbank (CA) 91502-1322
444510 CES College Burbank (CA) 91502-2750
125897 Woodbury University Burbank (CA) 91504-1052
461148 New York Film Academy Burbank (CA) 91505
462336 International College of Beauty Arts & Sciences Los Angeles (CA) 90039-1012

Nearby Transit Stations (44)

Rail and bus stations connected to Burbank, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.

Code Name Address Type
BUR Burbank Airport–South station 3750 Empire Avenue RAIL
LCA La Crescenta, California Honolulu & Lowell Avenue BUS
GDL Glendale Transportation Center 400 West Cerritos Avenue RAIL
VNC Van Nuys station 7724 Van Nuys Blvd. RAIL
LAX Los Angeles Union Station 800 North Alameda Street RAIL

Closest post offices linked to Burbank.

Post Office Name City ZIP
Downtown Burbank Post Office Burbank (CA) 91502
Grand Central Post Office Glendale (CA) 91201
Burbank Post Office Burbank (CA) 91505
North Glendal Post Office Glendale (CA) 91202
Toluca Lak Post Office Toluca Lake (CA) 91602

Other places with the same name (3)

  • Burbank, Illinois city in Cook County, Illinois, United States with a population of 27,933 people.
  • Burbank, Ohio village in Ohio, United States with a population of 199 people.
  • Burbank, Oklahoma town in Oklahoma, United States with a population of 139 people.

Other cities in Los Angeles County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Los Angeles County , CA. (more)

City Name Population Title
Los Angeles 3,970,219 The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
Long Beach 454,681 The second most populous city in California, Long Beach is a major center for business, manufacturing, and tourism.
Santa Clarita 209,990 The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Glendale 197,747 The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Lancaster 155,822 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Palmdale 150,498 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Pomona 149,212 The sixth most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Torrance 141,553 The third most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Pasadena 141,045 The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
East Los Angeles 126,496 Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, United States
El Monte 112,344 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Downey 109,202 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Inglewood 107,203 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Santa Maria 105,851 The third most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California.
West Covina 103,656 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Norwalk 102,635 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.

Distance to Other Cities

Burbank distances to largest California cities