Lake Forest, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 82,081
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income High

Climate

The area’s mild Mediterranean weather allows outside activities all year.

Geography

Lake Forest is in the Saddleback Valley between Los Angeles and San Diego.

Cultural Attractions

The annual Summer Family Concert Series in the Park features artists such as Louis Price, former lead singer of the Temptations.

Recreation

Everything from golf to equestrian trails can be found within city limits.

Economy

Corporate offices for companies such as Oakley, Pacific Life Insurance, and Del Taco make their homes in Lake Forest.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
82,081
Population under 55:
80.0%
Population over 55:
20.0%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Santa Ana

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Average
Temperature:
88°F July High, 33°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$70,489
Median home price:
$384,000
Average property tax:
N/A

Income & Jobs

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

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
13
Middle schools:
3
High schools:
2

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
15
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
45

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
52/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
149/6

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
145

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