When recommending Burbank, some people ask, "Are there many Koreans living there?"

The first reason Burbank is good for Koreans is its safe living environment. One of the biggest concerns for immigrants coming from Korea is safety.

Burbank is one of the cities in LA County where safety is well maintained. You can take a walk alone in the evening, and children can play in the neighborhood. You can find the safety that is most needed in the early stages of immigration in Burbank.

The second reason is the good public school system. The Burbank Unified School District (BUSD) is well-regarded within LA County. For Korean families who are very interested in their children's education, BUSD public schools offer the opportunity to receive a private-level education at public prices. The school facilities are well-equipped, and the teacher-to-student ratio is favorable.

The third reason is the job opportunities in the entertainment industry. For second-generation Koreans or those with good English skills, Burbank offers special career opportunities. Global media companies like Disney, Warner Brothers, and NBC are located in this city, and there are Korean employees working at these companies. Korean professionals are active in fields such as animation, video production, IT, marketing, and business.

Access to nearby Korean infrastructure is also an important reason. While Burbank itself does not have a large Korean commercial area, it is only 25 minutes to Koreatown and 10 minutes to Glendale H Mart. There is not much inconvenience in using Korean churches, Korean academies, and Korean restaurants. The balance between Burbank and Korean infrastructure is just right.

The diversity of the immigrant community is the fourth advantage. Burbank is not just an ethnic town for Koreans. It is a city where people from various backgrounds, including Armenians, Hispanics, Asians, and whites, live together. In this diversity, English skills naturally improve, and you can adapt to American culture more quickly. It provides an environment where you are not trapped in a bubble of the Korean community and can integrate more broadly into American society.

Thanks to Burbank Water and Power (BWP), being able to access affordable public utilities is also a practical advantage for Korean families. During the initial settlement period, when saving on living expenses is important, the fact that electricity and water bills are cheaper than in nearby cities makes a small but significant difference.

The biggest reason that Koreans who have lived in Burbank for a long time say, "This place is great," is that you can truly enjoy life in America in a safe and comfortable daily life. It is the optimal balance point where you can experience the diversity of American society while not losing Korean culture.