Laguna Niguel, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 65,234
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price High
Median Income High

Climate

Its proximity to the coast allows outdoor activities all year long.

Geography

Laguna Niguel is in the middle of Orange County’s Gold Coast, in the Long Beach metro area.

Cultural Attractions

The Orange County Natural History Museum includes living reptile and insect displays.

Historical

In 1959, Laguna Niguel was one of the first master-planned communities in California; however, it was not incorporated as a city until 1989.

Economy

Disneyland is Orange County’s largest employer.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
65,234
Population under 55:
77.4%
Population over 55:
22.6%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Santa Ana

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Average
Temperature:
80°F July High, 29°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$80,347
Median home price:
$491,000
Average property tax:
$508

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
8.9%
Average
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
12
Middle schools:
6
High schools:
0

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
9
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
40

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
36/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
131/4

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
86

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