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Anaheim

Anaheim is a city in Orange County, California, United States, and part of the Greater Los Angeles area.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Anaheim is a city in Orange County, California, part of the Greater Los Angeles area, known for Disneyland Resort and major league sports.

What it is

Anaheim was founded in 1857 by German immigrants as a cooperative agricultural community. It is a charter city with a council-manager government, and the 2020 census recorded a population of 346,824.

Key details

The city is a major tourist destination, home to the Disneyland Resort and the Anaheim Convention Center. It also hosts the Los Angeles Angels (MLB) and the Anaheim Ducks (NHL).

Why it matters for Canadians

Anaheim is a popular travel destination for Canadians visiting Southern California, especially for Disneyland, conventions, and professional sports events.

In short

  • Founded by German immigrants in 1857.
  • Population of 346,824 as of 2020.
  • Home to Disneyland Resort and Anaheim Convention Center.
  • Hosts Los Angeles Angels and Anaheim Ducks.
Canadian angle

Anaheim is a major travel destination for Canadians visiting Southern California, especially for Disneyland Resort, conventions, and professional sports.

Quick questions

Where is Anaheim located?
Anaheim is in Orange County, California, southeast of Los Angeles, in the Greater Los Angeles area.
What is Anaheim best known for?
Anaheim is best known for the Disneyland Resort, the Anaheim Convention Center, and major league sports teams.
What was Anaheim’s population in 2020?
The 2020 census recorded a population of 346,824.

Sources

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anaheim,_California
    Supports: Population, location, Greater Los Angeles context, major landmarks, and sports teams.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/place/Anaheim
    Supports: Founding in 1857, German immigrant origins, location in Orange County, and name meaning.
  3. City of Anaheimhttps://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/6191/Anaheim-at-a-Glance?bidId=
    Supports: City status, incorporation date, population estimate, area, and council-manager government.