Northeast Valley
EPA — Northeast Valley
Includes neighborhoods like Pacoima, Sylmar, Van Nuys, Arleta, Sun Valley, and Panorama City. This Equity Priority Area spans Council Districts 2, 3, 6, 7, and 12.
Partner: Pacoima Beautiful
Neighborhood Profile
The Northeast Valley is the largest Equity Priority Area by population, with more than 613,000 residents across the full EPA.
The demographic statistics below focus on the neighborhoods within the Northeast Valley with the highest mobility needs.
In these areas, the population is predominantly Latino and includes a large Spanish-speaking community. Across the broader EPA, residents rely more heavily on driving. The lack of Metro rail service is one factor limiting access to jobs by transit, leaving many households with fewer alternatives to using a car and contributing to higher transportation costs.
Key statistics
Northeast Valley EPA
Citywide
Median Household Income
$73,653
$81,571
Average Age
36
37
Poverty Rate
18%
17%
Latino
73%
45%
White
12%
30%
Foreign-born non-citizens
23%
18%
Community Engagement
Who we heard from
231
responses from the Northeast Valley
Where we engaged residents
- San Fernando Swap Meet
- Mid Valley Senior Center
- Alicia Broadous-Duncan Senior Center
What we heard
Mobility investment priorities
- Transit
- Sidewalks and crosswalks
- Bike enhancements
Top mobility challenges
- Traffic safety
- Limited infrastructure for walking, biking, and transit
- Cost