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Mount Laguna, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mount Laguna is a small town in California with a population of 123.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
123 Population 72/sq mi density
$273,400 Home Value $267,311 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $273,400
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.2%
105% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.9%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

How Mount Laguna Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population123
Median Age27.4 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,541
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$331,868M
Commute64 min

Housing

Home Value$273,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,311
Housing Units120
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity19.9%
Uninsured4.2%
Smoking9.7%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,759 ft (1,755 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute64 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries88

Is Mount Laguna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Laguna receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Mount Laguna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Laguna is $273,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Mount Laguna is a highly educated community — 69.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Laguna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mount Laguna has a population of 123 with a density of 72 people per square mile. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

123
Total Population
72
People / sq mi
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Laguna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Laguna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Laguna is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes.

Income: Mount Laguna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,541
Avg Weekly Wage$1,593
IRS Avg AGI$104,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)133,031
County GDP$331,868M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,243
Healthcare11,184
Retail9,270
Manufacturing2,955

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time63.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Laguna is $273,400, 3% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,311.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$273,400
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,311

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Mount Laguna, 19.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.2% of residents lack health insurance. 9.7% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 13.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Laguna vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.9%
38% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure21.7%
Asthma7.5%
COPD4.4%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.7%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity13.4%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress13.5%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep26.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.1%
Uninsured4.2%
51% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,185
Dentists1:1,013
Mental Health1:190
Checkup Rate51.8%
Dental Visits47.2%
Premature Death5,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,184
Mount Laguna has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,759 ft (1,755 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density72/sq mi
Coordinates32.8711°N, 116.4247°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 69.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (105% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.8-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.2%
D 56.9%

Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.2%
105% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density72/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries88
Healthcare Facilities11,184
Restaurants8,243
Retail Stores9,270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute63.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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