Laguna Niguel, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
64,023 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$140,605 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,123,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,043 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,665 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
4
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 55
Feb 3 0 55
Mar 2 0 57
Apr 1 0 60
May 0 0 64
Jun 0 0 67
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 73
Sep 0 0 71
Oct 1 0 66
Nov 1 0 59
Dec 2 0 55

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Hidden Hills Elementary
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
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Colleges

Saddleback College
3 miles, E · 1.9star
Laguna College of Art and Design
5 miles, NW · 1.4star
Brandman University
10 miles, N · 3.2star
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Hospitals

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Airports

John Wayne Airport-Orange County
14 miles, N · 2.8star
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
33 miles, NW · 1.9star
Ontario International Airport
37 miles, NE · 2.3star
Los Angeles International Airport
50 miles, NW · 4.6star
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