Universal City
City in California, United States
Overview
Universal City is a lively entertainment district in the heart of Los Angeles County, known for the iconic Universal Studios and a mix of creative, residential, and historic neighborhoods. The city offers a blend of world-class attractions, green spaces, and a thriving culinary scene. Its proximity to Hollywood and the San Fernando Valley makes it a prime destination for visitors seeking both excitement and relaxation.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
105,000
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
34.14°, -118.35°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
68
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$4,158
Local Cost
$2,940
Local Income
$4,300
Cashless
95
English
99
Temperature
17.3°C
Summer Avg
22.6°C
Winter Avg
12.0°C
Record High
42.3°C
Record Low
-1.0°C
Humidity
57%
Precipitation
331 mm
Internet Speed
159 Mbps
Upload
9 Mbps
Latency
17 ms
City Vibrancy
34
Coworking
0
Cafes
14
Nightlife
8
Parks
12
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BUR
Distance
7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 88/100.