Explore Claremont local geography, civic resources and voter guides, with dated official population and registration facts for Los Angeles County.
At a glance: Claremont is an incorporated city in Los Angeles County. Population: 38,262 (California Department of Finance estimate as of January 1, 2026). Registered voters: 24,022 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
Claremont sits at the eastern edge of Los Angeles County beneath the San Gabriel Mountains. The Village and the Claremont Colleges create a walkable educational and commercial district, while the northern city rises into protected foothill terrain. Claremont Hills Wilderness Park provides trails through native landscapes and includes the well-known Claremont Loop. The city's public spaces therefore range from the Village's streets and gathering places to an extensive foothill nature park. Claremont incorporated on October 3, 1907, and is a general-law city with council-manager government. The City Clerk supports elections, records, and council proceedings; the city's clerk page documents its transition to district-based council elections in 2019.
The City Clerk's Office links to the current district map and an interactive district finder.
The city's park page identifies North Mills Avenue and Mount Baldy Road. Review parking rules, park hours, and closures before setting out.
No. They are independent educational institutions located in the city; municipal records and services are handled through Claremont City Hall.
24,022 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
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