The City of Malibu was incorporated on March 28, 1991. Located in Northwest Los Angeles County, Malibu is a closely knit residential community characterized by its carefully preserved rural atmosphere.
Malibu''s combined incorporated and unincorporated areas covers approximately 45,000 acres, is 27 miles long and one to eight miles wide. Within these boundaries are a variety of climates and terrain including beaches, mesas and canyons that create a unique environment. The population is approximately 27,800.
From the Malibu Civic Center area, travel time to the Santa Monica Airport is about 30 minutes, 45 minutes to Los Angeles International Airport and one hour to downtown Los Angeles...all of course depending upon traffic.
Pepperdine University and the HRL Laboratories are located in the Santa Monica Mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean. There is no major industry in Malibu, so employment opportunities are generally within the small business sector. Malibu''s summer retail sales are clearly driven by local spending (55 percent) with a significant amount coming from nearby visitors (24 percent).
Many celebrities and entertainment industry executives live and work in Malibu. Malibu''s unique location, encompassing both ocean and mountain environments creates a beautiful place to live and explore.
The City of Malibu was incorporated on March 28, 1991. Located in Northwest Los Angeles County, Malibu is a closely knit residential community characterized by its carefully preserved rural atmosphere.