Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
47,257 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$146,827 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$907,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$940 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,323 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.8% 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 a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 40, CA State Senate District 38, CA Assembly District 71, CA
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Schools

Tijeras Creek Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Saddleback College
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Brandman University
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Irvine Valley College
11 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

John Wayne Airport-Orange County
16 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Ontario International Airport
29 miles, N • 2.3 star
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
34 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Los Angeles International Airport
51 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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