Playa Vista, CA

Playa Vista is a city located in Los Angeles County, California. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west and south, and by the Santa Monica Mountains on the east and north. The population of Playa Vista was estimated to be at 31,000 as of 2009.

Playa Vista has a Mediterranean climate with mild temperatures year-round. The average annual temperature is 68 degrees Fahrenheit and there are an average of only 16 days per year that reach 90 degrees or higher. The city experiences a high level of sunshine with an average of 300 hours per year. There are also an average of only 2 days per year that experience measurable rain or snowfall.

The city's economy is based largely on real estate development, with a significant portion of its population employed in the industry. Major employers in Playa Vista include Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), which operates several movie studios in the area, as well as Google Inc., which has its headquarters in nearby Mountain View, CA. Other major businesses include Starbucks Corporation, Macy's Department Store, Jamba Juice Company, Crate & Barrel Company and many others.

The city has developed extensive infrastructure to support its real estate industry including schools, hospitals and shopping centers. There are also numerous parks and recreational facilities available for residents to enjoy including tennis courts, basketball courts, soccer fields and more.

Playa Vista is home to some world-renowned landmarks including Sony Pictures Studios Hollywood (formerly Columbia Pictures Studios), Getty Center (an art museum) and Walt Disney Concert Hall (the home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic). These attractions provide jobs not just for residents but for workers from throughout Southern California who come to work in the area during peak season months.