California · Metropolitan Area
Dana Point is a mid-size city in California with a population of 32,883. Residents earn $127,246 per year, which is 69% above the national average.
Based on current data, Dana Point receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Dana Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Dana Point is $127,246, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Dana Point among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Dana Point is $1,200,900, making it a premium housing market at 326% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,883 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Dana Point is below the national average at 207 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,352 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.
Dana Point is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Dana Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 83.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $127,246 |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $78,103 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.84% |
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 29.8% |
| Census Median | $1,200,900 |
| 326% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,682,503 |
| Median List Price | $2,100,000 |
| Median List Price | $2,100,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $939 |
| Homes Sold | 30 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 14.9% |
| Inventory | 87 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,883 |
| 148% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,840 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.84% |
| Obesity | 24.2% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.9% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.3% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 207.3/100K |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 35.0/100K |
| Robbery | 20.4/100K |
| Assault | 151.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,352.1/100K |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 178.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,092.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 81.8/100K |
| Arson | 5.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.7 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,067/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4755°N, 117.6931°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 57.1% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 5,067/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 13 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 17 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 29.8% |