More density maps

I posted two maps this morning, the first showing employment density in L.A. County in 2030, the other population density in L.A. County in 2000. Here are a couple of addenda you may enjoy:

The map below, which I didn't have earlier, shows employment density in 2006. It's not strikingly different from the 2030 map, but it helps to have both. For best viewing, click on the map so it pops up in its own window.

Secondly, a couple of readers have noticed that the population density map is rather broad -- it doesn't really tell you about the different densities at the micro level. So here's another map, this one showing population density by census tract level.

   

Go to the jump page to learn how to create a similar map.

Comments

[Dana Gabbard]

Ah, yes. We policy wonks are very familiar with the jobs/housing imbalance. The classic example is folks who live in Riverside County and drive to their job in Orange County via the 91 which runs through Anaheim Canyon. Remember that next time someone extolls the 91 toll lanes as proof having them everywhere is a great idea, overlooking the unique circumstances behind its success.

Here is an overview prepared by the folks in Ventura County:

http://vccf.org/dlca/VCCASHO03.pdf

[Dan W.]

Thank you, Steve. These maps are very helpful.

[Jon Barsanti]

What the maps skew is the difference between the job density and the population density. The two scales do not coincide.

What would be better is a map that illustrates the migration pattern of workers throughout the region.