Laguna Woods, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
17,342 332.4M (US)
Median Age
75.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,235 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$364,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,041 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,151 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.4% 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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 55
Feb 3 0 56
Mar 2 0 58
Apr 1 0 61
May 0 0 65
Jun 0 0 68
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 73
Sep 0 0 72
Oct 1 0 66
Nov 1 0 60
Dec 2 0 55

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 5%

Schools

Ocean View School
<1 miles, SE 1 star
San Joaquin Elementary
<1 miles, NW 2.3 star
New Vista School
1 miles, N 1 star

Colleges

Brandman University
4 miles, N 3.2 star
Laguna College of Art and Design
4 miles, SW 1.4 star
Irvine Valley College
5 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Airports

John Wayne Airport-Orange County
9 miles, NW 2.8 star
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
28 miles, NW 1.9 star
Ontario International Airport
32 miles, NE 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
45 miles, NW 4.6 star