Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

California · Orange County · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro

Rancho Santa Margarita is a mid-size city in California with a population of 47,257. Residents earn $146,827 per year, which is 95% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

47,257 Population 3,655/sq mi density

$146,827 Median Income $63,535 per capita

$907,900 Home Value $1,008,785 Zillow

$2,481 Median Rent 35.1% income on rent

67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

62 Violent Crime/100K 612 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.9 / 5.0

$146,827 median income, 2.9% unemployment

Affordability

3.2 / 5.0

$907,900 home value, $2,481/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

62 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)

A+

Education

4.9 / 5.0

48.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $146,827

95% higher than US avg

Home Value $907,900

222% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 62/100K

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 48.8%

45% higher than US avg

Median Rent $2,481

113% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 23.4%

27% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.7%

62% lower than US avg

How Rancho Santa Margarita Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population47,257

Median Age40.3 yrs

Density3,655/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 65%

Veterans4.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$146,827

Per Capita$63,535

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty4.7%

County GDP$351,753M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$907,900

Rent$2,481

Ownership73.4%

Zillow$1,008,785

Housing Units17,150

Rent Burden35.1%

Crime

Violent62/100K

Property612/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault29/100K

Burglary70/100K

Health

Obesity23.4%

Uninsured6.1%

Smoking8.3%

Depression21.7%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain13.1 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+48.8%

High School+94.6%

Graduate+16.4%

School Score5.66

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%

Commute27 min

Broadband96.7%

EV Stations4

Libraries67

Is Rancho Santa Margarita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rancho Santa Margarita receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Rancho Santa Margarita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rancho Santa Margarita is $146,827, which is significantly higher than the national average / 95% above $75,149. This places Rancho Santa Margarita among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rancho Santa Margarita is $907,900, making it a premium housing market at 222% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,481 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Rancho Santa Margarita is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 612 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rancho Santa Margarita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rancho Santa Margarita has a population of 47,257 with a density of 3,655 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (65.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.2% of residents, while 23.8% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

47,257

Total Population

3,655

People / sq mi

40.3yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

12.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rancho Santa Margarita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 76.2%

3% below US avg

Spanish 23.8%

78% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rancho Santa Margarita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rancho Santa Margarita is $146,827, which is 95% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $63,535 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,565. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 148,394 business establishments, including 8,853 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 22.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rancho Santa Margarita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$146,827
	95% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$63,535
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,565
IRS Avg AGI	$116,511
Gini Index	0.468 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.7%
	62% below US avg
Establishments (County)	148,394
County GDP	$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8,853
Healthcare	13,951
Retail	9,811
Manufacturing	4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,097
	188% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.4 min
Drive Alone	66.8%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	22.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rancho Santa Margarita is $907,900, 222% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,008,785, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $2,481 (113% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 17,150 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1992. The average annual property tax is $10,097 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 35.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$907,900
	222% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,008,785
Median List Price	$1,100,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$1,100,000
$/Sq Ft	$605
Homes Sold	40
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.9%
Price Drops	20.7%
Inventory	82

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$2,481
	113% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$2,903
Rent Burden	35.1%

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

Homeownership	73.4%
Owner-Occupied	73.4%
Renter-Occupied	26.6%
Housing Units	17,150
Median Year Built	1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,097
	188% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.11%

In Rancho Santa Margarita, 23.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 24.9% have high blood pressure. 8.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 18.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.7% report depression. 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 6.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,004. The dentist ratio is 1:810. 99.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)

PM2.5

15.6

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

21.4

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

6.5

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

143.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

2.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

169.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Rancho Santa Margarita vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	23.4%
	27% below US avg
Diabetes	8.2%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	24.9%
Asthma	9.6%
COPD	3.8%
Cancer	6.8%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.3%
	41% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	18.4%
Depression	21.7%
Mental Distress	17.0%
Physical Distress	10.8%
Short Sleep	33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.1%
Uninsured	6.1%
	29% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,004
Dentists	1:810
Mental Health	1:250
Checkup Rate	72.2%
Dental Visits	71.0%
Premature Death	5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	99.1%
Healthcare Facilities	13,951

Rancho Santa Margarita has a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 28.9 per 100,000, robbery at 24.8, rape at 8.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 612 per 100,000, 69% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 517, burglary at 70, vehicle theft at 25 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 238 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 364 federally declared disasters. Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Rancho Santa Margarita vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	62.0/100K
	84% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	8.3/100K
Robbery	24.8/100K
Assault	28.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	611.9/100K
	69% below US avg
Burglary	70.3/100K
Theft	516.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	24.8/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	238
Traffic Accidents	457
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	364

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Rancho Santa Margarita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	66.7°F
	24% above US avg
January Average	59°F (15°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	925 ft (282 m)
Area	12.9 sq mi (33.5 km²)
Population Density	3,655/sq mi
Coordinates	33.6323°N, 117.5990°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	Orange County County
Nearest Airport	John Wayne/Orange County (SNA) 16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.1"

66% below US avg

Wettest Month (Feb) 2.87"

Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0440 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	18.4 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.35 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very High
Risk Score	99.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	24.9 / 100
Community Resilience	16.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	No Rating
Earthquake	Very High
Wildfire	Relatively High
Flood	Very High
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	No Rating
Landslide	Relatively High
Coastal Flood	Relatively High
Tsunami	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

10,823 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Jun 28, 1992	The 1992 Landers, California Earthquake	M7.3	124 km
Jan 17, 1994	Northridge, California, earthquake	M6.7	108 km
Jun 28, 1992	The 1992 Big Bear, California Earthquake	M6.3	95 km
Apr 23, 1992	The 1992 Joshua Tree, California Earthquake	M6.1	124 km
Jan 17, 1994	1km ENE of Granada Hills, California	M5.9	109 km
Jun 28, 1991	The 1991 Sierra Madre, California Earthquake	M5.8	80 km
Jun 28, 1992	3km NE of Yucca Valley, California	M5.8	123 km
Jun 28, 1992	2km SSW of Joshua Tree, California	M5.7	130 km
Jun 29, 1992	3km ESE of Yucca Valley, California	M5.7	122 km
Oct 16, 1999	7km ENE of Running Springs, CA	M5.6	85 km
Jan 17, 1994	7km NNE of Simi Valley, California	M5.6	127 km
Jun 28, 1992	11km SSE of Big Bear Lake, California	M5.5	91 km
Feb 28, 1990	The 1990 Upland, California Earthquake	M5.5	58 km
Jun 28, 1992	0km E of Yucca Valley, CA	M5.5	121 km
Jul 7, 2010	20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA	M5.4	107 km
Jun 28, 1992	26km NNW of Yucca Valley, CA	M5.4	128 km
Jul 1, 1992	24km N of Yucca Valley, California	M5.3	130 km
Nov 27, 1992	10km NNW of Big Bear City, California	M5.3	102 km
Sep 15, 1992	9km SE of Yucca Valley, California	M5.3	124 km
Jun 28, 1992	1km N of Big Bear Lake, California	M5.3	94 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

112 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 58 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 22, 2008	EF2	42 km	0
Mar 1, 1983	EF2	81 km	0
Nov 9, 1982	EF2	58 km	0
Nov 9, 1982	EF2	99 km	0
Nov 7, 1966	EF2	71 km	0
Nov 7, 1966	EF2	72 km	0
Nov 7, 1966	EF2	30 km	0
Mar 22, 2023	EF1	63 km	0
Jan 19, 2010	EF1	50 km	0
Feb 19, 2005	EF1	43 km	0
Nov 10, 2000	EF1	93 km	0
Jan 29, 1998	EF1	71 km	0
Jan 9, 1998	EF1	55 km	0
Dec 21, 1997	EF1	37 km	0
Nov 11, 1997	EF1	21 km	0
Dec 22, 1996	EF1	82 km	0
Jan 14, 1993	EF1	43 km	0
Dec 7, 1992	EF1	37 km	0
Dec 7, 1992	EF1	39 km	0
Mar 20, 1992	EF1	75 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.1 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1930	S. CALIFORNIA	Eruption + Earthquake	3.1 m	1	106 km
1862	S. CALIFORNIA	Eruption + Earthquake	1.2 m	—	110 km
1994	WEST COAST, USA	Earthquake	0.1 m	57	108 km
1855	S. CALIFORNIA	Eruption + Earthquake	—	—	70 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (190 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Salton Buttes	Lava dome(s)	-40 m (-131 ft)	210	190 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WITCH (167,551 ac, 2007).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2007	WITCH	167,551	99 km
2009	STATION	165,368	92 km
2020	BOBCAT	115,728	83 km
2003	OLD	90,180	74 km
1999	WILLOW	63,525	91 km
2003	PARADISE	55,995	79 km
2003	GRAND PRIX	50,799	63 km
2007	POOMACHA	47,496	73 km
2006	ESPERANZA	40,566	71 km
2002	WILLIAMS	37,505	65 km
2016	BLUE CUT	36,856	77 km
2008	YELLOW	33,232	30 km
2020	APPLE	32,374	81 km
2015	LAKE	30,421	96 km
2008	FREEWAY COMPLEX	29,350	35 km
2022	FAIRVIEW	28,680	68 km
2013	MOUNTAIN	28,202	90 km
2007	SANTIAGO	27,605	11 km
1998	EDNA	27,561	63 km
2020	INDIA	24,193	30 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	59°F (15°C)	2.8 in
February	55°F (13°C)	2.9 in	Wettest
March	56°F (13°C)	2.7 in
April	59°F (15°C)	1.0 in
May	62°F (17°C)	0.3 in
June	67°F (19°C)	0.1 in
July	75°F (24°C)	0.0 in	Warmest, Driest
August	74°F (23°C)	0.1 in
September	72°F (22°C)	0.4 in
October	67°F (19°C)	0.4 in
November	60°F (15°C)	1.5 in
December	55°F (13°C)	2.1 in	Coldest

Rancho Santa Margarita has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 55°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (0.0").

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Rancho Santa Margarita is located in Orange County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 48.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 16.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.7% of the vote, a 2.7-point margin. 96.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 67 public libraries serving the community. 13,951 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%

D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	238
Traffic Accidents	457
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	364

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	48.8%
	45% above US avg
High School+	94.6%
Graduate Degree+	16.4%
School Test Score	5.66

A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	3,655/sq mi
Total Area	12.9 sq mi
County	Orange County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.7%
Avg Download Speed	153.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	27.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	67
Healthcare Facilities	13,951
Restaurants	8,853
Retail Stores	9,811

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.4 min
Drive Alone	66.8%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	22.6%

Average costs for common services in Rancho Santa Margarita. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit	$387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit	$221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning	$144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling	$277 ($166–$443)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement	$332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement	$221 ($111–$387)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair	$443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install	$7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair	$1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement	$9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense	$5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation	$554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation	$2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut	$61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$166 ($83–$277)
Manicure	$28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure	$44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour)	$89 ($55–$144)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread	$4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb)	$1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly)	$77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$94 ($55–$166)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual)	$111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($17–$83)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming	$66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$221 ($111–$443)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,705
Toddler	$1,220
Preschool	$1,099
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,299
Toddler	$1,210
Preschool	$1,210

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Orange County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	228,409	50,906	$64,644	0.96
Accommodation & Food Services	174,391	8,753	$35,198	1.15
Manufacturing	153,972	5,214	$112,623	1.13
Retail Trade	143,993	9,768	$50,475	0.87
Administrative & Waste Services	137,200	5,534	$57,310	1.40
Professional & Technical Services	136,974	19,966	$121,683	1.19
Construction	105,302	8,403	$95,149	1.21
Wholesale Trade	78,907	7,023	$107,526	1.21
Finance & Insurance	61,406	6,530	$155,351	0.91
Arts & Entertainment	59,065	1,834	$43,704	2.12
Other Services	51,931	8,576	$49,232	1.04
Real Estate	40,801	7,633	$99,172	1.58
Management of Companies	35,887	554	$151,532	1.28
Educational Services	35,514	2,068	$50,366	1.03
Transportation & Warehousing	31,612	2,049	$65,887	0.45
Information & Technology	21,292	1,568	$170,178	0.68
Utilities	3,412	142	$157,457	0.54
Agriculture & Forestry	1,703	163	$51,864	0.13
Mining & Oil/Gas	406	31	$106,022	0.06
Unclassified	111	244	$65,516	0.05

Schools in Rancho Santa Margarita

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate	Middle	1,041	45	23.1:1
Melinda Heights Elementary	Elementary	959	37	25.9:1
Trabuco Mesa Elementary	Elementary	654	28	23.4:1
Cielo Vista Elementary	Elementary	526	24	21.9:1
Arroyo Vista Elementary	Elementary	498	22	22.6:1
Las Flores Elementary	Elementary	352	14	25.1:1
Tijeras Creek Elementary	Elementary	340	14	24.3:1
Arroyo Vista Middle	Middle	301	13	23.2:1

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Radio Stations near Rancho Santa Margarita

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
96-7 KCAL Rocks	rock	AAC+ 128 kbps
Funkology Radio	funk, r&b	MP3 192 kbps
Punk Rock Demonstration	—	MP3 128 kbps
LifeTalk Radio	—	AAC 96 kbps
Saigon Radio 106.3 FM	asian	MP3 32 kbps
KGBN	religious	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Jose	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
89.7 KSGN	christian contemporary	AAC 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Rancho Santa Margarita

1 campgrounds found near Rancho Santa Margarita.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
FALCON GROUP	4.3/5	3	$60–$120

National Parks Near Rancho Santa Margarita

17 national parks and monuments found near Rancho Santa Margarita.

Park	Type	Fee
Bolsa Chica State Beach	State Park	Free
Cabrillo National Monument	National Monument	$20
Cardiff State Beach	State Park	Free
Carlsbad State Beach	State Park	Free
Chino Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Crystal Cove State Park	State Park	Free
Doheny State Beach	State Park	Free
Huntington State Beach	State Park	Free
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Mount San Jacinto State Park	State Park	Free
Palomar Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
San Clemente State Beach	State Park	Free
San Elijo State Beach	State Park	Free
San Onofre State Beach	State Park	Free
South Carlsbad State Beach	State Park	Free
Topanga State Park	State Park	Free
Torrey Pines State Beach	State Park	Free

Trails Near Rancho Santa Margarita

65 trails found near Rancho Santa Margarita.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
JOPLIN	10.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LOS PINOS	8.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SAN JUAN	7.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TENAJA	7.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SAN MATEO	7.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHIQUITO	6.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INDIAN POTRERO	6.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TENAJA FALLS	5.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRABUCO CANYON	4.5		Yes	Yes	Yes
HOLY JIM	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COLD WATER CANYON	4.1		Yes	Yes	Yes
LUCAS CANYON	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CLARK	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
VERDUGO TRAIL	3.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAR CANYON	3.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HORSETHIEF EAST	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SILVERADO MOTOR WAY	3.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BLUEWATER	3.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORGAN	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SAN JUAN LOOP	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LUCAS CANYON	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILDOMAR - 8	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
VIEJO TIE	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
HORSETHIEF WEST	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CLARK	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EL CARISO NATURE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HOLY JIM	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
OAK FLAT	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORGAN	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILDOMAR - 8	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FISHERMAN'S CAMP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TENAJA	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LADD CANYON	0.9		Yes	Yes	Yes
MORGAN	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAR CANYON	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILDOMAR - 6	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FISHERMAN'S CAMP	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOX SPRING	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILDOMAR - 5	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CASE SPRINGS	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SITTON PEAK	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FALCON	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BELL CANYON SPUR	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILDOMAR - 7	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 3	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 7A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 5A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 4A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - WUL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 2	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR 27	0.2		—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 6A	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 1	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 4	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR 26	0.1		—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 8A	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 4B	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR ROAD ACCESS	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILDOMAR - 5B	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLUEWATER	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILDOMAR - 1A	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 2A	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 6B	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TIE TO WILDOMAR-5	0.0		—	—	—
WILDOMAR - 5C	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Rancho Santa Margarita

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	48,767	$104,113
2015	48,972	$105,328
2017	48,693	$106,939
2019	47,927	$121,017
2021	47,442	$135,350
2023	46,462	$146,827

Museums in Rancho Santa Margarita

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
JOHN AND LINDA FRIEND ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9498548002	$73,162,756
ETTINGER GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9493766000	$14,801,121
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF ORANGE COUNTY	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	29 HUBBLE	9494283900	$3,619,430
LAGUNA ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		9494948971	$1,759,412
CASA ROMANTICA CULTURAL CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	415 AVENIDA GRANADA	9494982139	$860,315
MARCONI AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7142583001	$692,018
SURFING HERITAGE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		9493880313	$479,989
MOUNT WILSON INSTITUTE	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1 PARK PL NE 720-GSU1	6267933100	$361,279
ANNUAL WILD GAME FEED	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$151,857
CORONA HERITAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9518980687	$142,780
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9494938444	$94,694
NIGUEL BOTANICAL PRESERVE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9494255100	$91,027
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LAGUNA WOODS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	24351 EL TORO ROAD	9495974200	$75,654
ZOOFARI	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION			$61,933
DANA POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9492488121	$31,776
QUALITY WEST WING FOUNDATION	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		9518081676	$28,933
SAN CLEMENTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9494929684	$21,521
ORANGE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM			$8,945
LAGUNA BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9494976834	$4,111
AERONAUTICAL HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9498006323
ARDEN-MODJESKA HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9499232230
BEALL CENTER-ART AND TECHNOLOGY	GENERAL MUSEUM		9498246206
CALIFORNIA CULTURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 54132
CORONA HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	815 W 6TH STREET #170	9518982044
FINE ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
FORT MOORE GARRISON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FOUNDER�S HALL ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9494804237
FULLHART-CARNEGIE MUSEUM TRUST	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 19599	5154652518
GUILD OF ST MICHAEL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5628883932
HERBARIUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9518273601
HIDDEN VALLEY NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
HOBRECHT SPORTS ART	ART MUSEUM		9499453283
INTERNATIONAL GOLF MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6264032542
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF 20TH CENTURY ARTS TIMOTCA	GENERAL MUSEUM
LAGUNA BEACH COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9494976834
LAGUNA NIGUEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9494953974
MEXICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ART OF NORTHAMERICA	ART MUSEUM		7145413070
MISSION PRESERVATION FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9492341300
MOTIVATED MUSEUM MEMBERS	GENERAL MUSEUM		9494947112
MUSEUM OF BIBLICAL & SACRED WRITINGS	GENERAL MUSEUM		5629440351
MUSEUM OF HERITAGE AND AVIATION FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF SYSTEMATIC BIOLOGY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
NATIONAL ARCHIVES AT LAGUNA NIGUEL	GENERAL MUSEUM
NORTHWOOD GRATITUDE & HONOR MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4531 BRYAN AVENUE
ORANGE COMM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7145438282
ORANGE COUNTY JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ORANGE COUNTY MEXICAN AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ORANGE COUNTY NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9498313287
PLANES OF FAME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9095973722
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SADDLEBACK AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CALIFORNIA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SADDLEBACK COLLEGE ART COLLEGE	ART MUSEUM
SEVERIN WUNDERMAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7144721138
SUN TEN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SUSANNA BIXBY BRYANT MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7146940235
TUSTIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7147315701
TUSTIN PRESERVATION CONSERVANCY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7147312380
WAGON WHEEL NATURAL HISTORY ASSOCIATION	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5016795009
WESTERN NUDIST RESEARCH LIBRARYCORP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7037772414
YORBA LINDA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5700 SUSANNA BRYANT DR	7146940235

Libraries in Rancho Santa Margarita

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MISSION VIEJO LIBRARY	100 CIVIC CENTER	874,029
CORONA PUBLIC LIBRARY	650 SOUTH MAIN ST.	418,063
WESTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY	660 HIGH ST.	188,713
PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY	14 SOUTH SECOND STREET	73,000
LAKE COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT	26 SOUTH G ST	37,418

Farmers Markets in Rancho Santa Margarita

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Coto De Caza Farmers Market	Antonio Pkwy. & Coto de Caza Dr.
Irvine Certified Farmers' Market	Bonita Canyon and Turtle Ridge Road	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Irvine Regional Park Certified Farmers' Market	1 Irvine Park Road	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Kaiser Permanente Farmers Market - Anaheim Medical Center	3440 E. La Palma Ave	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Fri: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes
Laguna Beach Certified Farmers Market	Forest Ave and 3rd	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Laguna Hills Certified Farmers' Market	I-5 & El Toro Road, Laguna Hills Mall	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
laguna niguel CFM	La Paz and Pacific Park	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Old Capistrano Certified Farmers Market	Yorba St	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Rancho Santa Margarita Farmers Market	Dove Canyon Dr. & Plano Trabuco
The Farmers Market at the Great Park	The Great Park	January to December	sun:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
The New Dana Point CFM	Dana Pt. Pacific Coast Hwy & Golden Lantern St.		Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Tustin Certified Farmers' Market	El Camino Real and 3rd Street	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Wed: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ayres Hotel

Restaurants in Rancho Santa Margarita

26 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BJ's

Carmelita's

Celinda’s

Friends Sports Tavern

Hanna's Restaurant & Bar

La Fiesta

Lakeside Chinese Cuisine

Latte Da Bagelry and Grill

Mountain Mike's

Pho O-oh Tasty

Piccolino

Pizza E Vino

Poke Bowlz

Round Table Pizza

San Giovanni's

Scotts Deli

Thai Garden

Thai Smile

The Blind Pig

The Pizza Press

The Stand

The Trough Sandwich Kitchen

Tutto Fresco

Wan-Fu

Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill

Yamame

Cafes in Rancho Santa Margarita

8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boba R Us

Ding Tea

KD's Donuts

Little Miss Donut

Nektar Juice Bar

Starbucks

Cinemas in Rancho Santa Margarita

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas

Theatres in Rancho Santa Margarita

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheater

Clinics in Rancho Santa Margarita

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marque Urgent Care

Dentists in Rancho Santa Margarita

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elite Dentistry

RSM Dental Group

Veterinaries in Rancho Santa Margarita

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #4326425218

Gas Stations in Rancho Santa Margarita

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arco

Chevron

Mobil

Shell

Banks in Rancho Santa Margarita

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America

Chase

U.S. Bank

Wells Fargo

Gyms in Rancho Santa Margarita

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

24 Hour Fitness

US #8120353088

Golf Courses in Rancho Santa Margarita

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dove Canyon Country Club

Breweries in Rancho Santa Margarita

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Artifex Brewing Company	Brewery Rancho San Clemente	919 Calle Amanencer	9494297805	Visit
Backstreet Brewery	Brewery and Pub	14450 Culver Dr	9498570160	Visit
Bar None Inc	Beverage Manufacturers, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, Syrups Manufacturers, Sugar Manufacturers,	1302 Santa Fe Dr	7142598450
Big Johnson's Brewing Co.	Brewery	33961 Mariana Dr
Bruery Terreux Tasting Room	Brewery	1174 N Grove St	7149666258	Visit
Capistrano Brewing Co.	Brewery, Bar	31738 Rancho Viejo Rd	9492402967
Cismontane Brewing	Bars & Pubs, Breweries, Wineries	29851 Aventura	9498882739	Visit
Extreme Brands Llc	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Business Services, Other Business Services	32545 Golden Lantern St	9494957929
Jt Schmid's Restaurant & Brewery	Brewery, American Restaurant, Bar	2415 Park Ave (the District)	7142580333	Visit
Krash Brewery	Brewers	23182 Alcalde Dr	9499169884
Left Coast Brewery	Beer Homebrewing Equipment & Supplies, Brewery and Beer Garden Talega, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores	1245 Puerta Del Sol	9492183961, 9492762699	Visit
Matador Concepts	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries	29582 Spotted Bull Ln	9493642895
Oc Tavern	Bars & Clubs, Rock Club, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Sports Bars, Brewery, Bar, Dance Clubs	2369 S El Camino Real	9495428877, 949-542-8877	Visit
Oggi's Pizza & Brewery	Pizza Place and Brewery South Corona, Brewery, Pizza Place	2363 California Ave	9518170748, (951) 817-0748	Visit
Stadium Brewing Company	Restaurant, Brewery and Bar	26731 Aliso Creek Rd	9494489611	Visit
Stereo Brewing Co	Brewers	1 Delantera Dr	9496978011
Stuft Pizza & Brewing	Pizza Place and Brewery	24821 Del Prado	9492406444	Visit
Tustin Brewing Co	Brewers	13011 Newport Ave	7146652337	Visit

Ski Resorts Near Rancho Santa Margarita

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Heavenly	94.0	28	3,060	$120	November - April	—	Yes

Pharmacies in Rancho Santa Margarita

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6770	22361 ANTONIO PARKWAY	949-888-3050
PAVILIONS	22451 ANTONIO PARKWAY	949-858-0670
RITE AID - 5758	31541 SANTA MARGARITA PARKWAY	949-858-7737
TARGET	30602 SANTA MARGARITA PARKWAY	949-459-0973
WALGREENS - 12916	30592 SANTA MARGARITA PARKWAY	949-635-5966

EV Charging Stations in Rancho Santa Margarita

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Target T0914 - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA	30602 Santa Margarita Parkway	Electrify America	1	3	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
Kohl's Rancho Santa Margarita, CA	22215 El Paseo	Volta	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Rancho Santa Margarita

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
CAMP PENDLETON	LTOWER	62
CAMP PENDLETON	LTOWER	62
7304 RIDGE PARK RD (26949)	LTOWER	40
7304 RIDGE PARK RD (26949)	LTOWER	40

Bridges in Rancho Santa Margarita

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1984	1,200	29,150	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	1,207	29,150	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	1,539	21,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	1,539	21,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	166	21,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	164	21,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	315	20,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	295	10,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	287	10,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	1,425	9,150	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	1,400	9,150	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	294	5,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	402	4,050	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	407	4,050	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1998	88	4,050	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1998	88	4,050	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	382	1,000	G

Amtrak Stations in Rancho Santa Margarita

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Irvine, CA	15215 Barranca Parkway	TRAIN
San Clemente Pier, CA	615 Avenida Victoria	TRAIN
San Juan Capistrano, CA	26701 Verdugo Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Rancho Santa Margarita

10 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT	1776 ALL AMERICAN WAY	RIVERSIDE
BLUE DIAMOND MATERIALS, DIV SU	6145 SANTIAGO CANYON RD.	ORANGE
CUMMINGS CAL PACIFIC INC	1939 DEERE AVENUE	ORANGE
FORMS ENGINEERING COMPANY	2 SUDBURY PL	ORANGE
JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS, INC.	26300 LA ALAMEDA	ORANGE
L AND N UNIFORM SUPPLY CO	1602 E EDINGER	ORANGE
MANVILLE FOREST PRODUCTS CORP.	111 PACIFICA	ORANGE
MARUCHAN INC	15800 LAGUNA CANYON ROAD	ORANGE
SHIPLEY COMPANY, LLC	2631 MICHELLE DRIVE	ORANGE
TRAVIS AMERICAN GROUP, LLP	15651 MOSHER AVENUE	ORANGE

Airports Near Rancho Santa Margarita

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
John Wayne Orange County International Airport	SNA	Large Airport
Long Beach International Airport	LGB	Large Airport
Ontario International Airport	ONT	Large Airport
San Bernardino International Airport	SBD	Large Airport
Camp Pendleton MCAS (Munn Field) Airport	—	Medium Airport
Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport	HHR	Medium Airport
Los Alamitos Army Air Field	—	Medium Airport
March Air Reserve Base	RIV	Medium Airport
McClellan-Palomar Airport	CLD	Medium Airport
Oceanside Municipal Airport	OCN	Medium Airport
Riverside Municipal Airport	RAL	Medium Airport
Andy Jackson Airpark	—	Small Airport
Banning Municipal Airport	BNG	Small Airport
Big Bear City Airport	RBF	Small Airport
Billy Joe Airport	—	Small Airport
Black Mountain Open Space Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Blackinton Airport	—	Small Airport
Brackett Field	POC	Small Airport
Camp Pendleton Helicopter Outlying Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Camp Pendleton Highway Strip	—	Small Airport
Camp Pendleton LHD Practice Strip	—	Small Airport
Chino Airport	CNO	Small Airport
Compton Woodley Airport	CPM	Small Airport
Corona Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ernst Field	—	Small Airport
Fallbrook Community Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flabob Airport	RIR	Small Airport
French Valley Airport	RBK	Small Airport
Fullerton Municipal Airport	FUL	Small Airport
Garnsay Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodhart Canyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Hemet Ryan Airport	HMT	Small Airport
Hesperia Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Arrowhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Wohlford Resort Airport	—	Small Airport
Lyall-Roberts Airport	—	Small Airport
McConville Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Pauma Valley Air Park	—	Small Airport
Perris Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Poway Field Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Ramona Airport	—	Small Airport
Redlands Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
San Gabriel Valley Airport	EMT	Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Skylark Airport	—	Small Airport
Soboba Flight Park Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Tenaja Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Tenaja Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Torrey Pines Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Upland-Cable Airport	CCB	Small Airport

Police Stations in Rancho Santa Margarita

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

	32506 Paseo Adelanto

California Highway Patrol	2031 East Santa Clara Avenue
Campus Police	5500 Irvine Center Drive
CHP	32951 Camino Capistrano
Hidden biker cop
Irvine Police
Laguna Beach Police Department	505 Forest Avenue
Lake Forest Police Services
Orange County Probation Department	23271 Verdugo Drive
Orange County Sheriff's Department Aliso Viejo Station	11 Journey
Orange County Sheriff's Department Saddleback Station	20202 Windrow Drive
Police Dept
Tustin Police Department
UCI Police

Grocery Stores in Rancho Santa Margarita

17 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven 43212	Convenience Store	30114 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Arco Ampm Rsm 42272	Convenience Store	29880 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Circle K 2709428	Convenience Store	31521 Santa Margarita Pkwy
CVS Pharmacy 6770	Other	22361 ANTONIO PKWY
CVS Pharmacy 8846	Other	21572 Plano Trabuco Rd
Dollar Tree 7741	Other	21672 Plano Trabuco Rd
El Fenix Carniceria	Grocery Store	29941 Aventura
Jack In The Box # 3270	Restaurant Meals Program	21602 Plano Trabuco Rd
Pavilions 2217	Supermarket	22451 Antonio Pkwy
Ralphs Fresh Fare 78	Super Store	31481 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Smart & Final 926	Super Store	21672 Plano Trabuco Rd
Subway #25478	Restaurant Meals Program	30486 Avenida de Las Banderas
Target Store T-0914	Super Store	30602 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Trader Joe's 27	Supermarket	30652 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Walgreens 12916	Other	30592 Santa Margarita Pkwy
Walmart 5600	Super Store	30491 AVENIDA DE LAS FLORES
Wendy's #108	Restaurant Meals Program	30471 Avenida de Las Flores

Post Offices in Rancho Santa Margarita

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office	30595 Trabuco Canyon Road

Treatment Centers in Rancho Santa Margarita

49 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Alter Behavioral Health	Mental Health	949-691-3241
Alter Mental Health	Mental Health	949-356-7952
California Care Detox and Treatment - Mental Health PHP/IOP	Mental Health	949-691-6561
California Care Detox and Treatment - Mental Health RTC	Mental Health	949-619-6561
California Care Detox and Treatment - SUD	Substance Abuse	949-619-6561
California Rehab Campus LLC - Alter Health Group	Substance Abuse	866-264-5407
Capo Canyon Recovery	Substance Abuse	800-804-8714
Caring Hands Recovery LLC	Substance Abuse	760-468-3444
Chapman House Inc	Substance Abuse	714-288-9779
Cornerstone of Southern California - Recovery Homes of America Inc	Substance Abuse	714-730-5399
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services	Mental Health	714-547-0885
Elite Care Inc - Omni Wellness Retreat	Both	888-511-0607
Evexia Health Services	Substance Abuse	951-427-3482
First Light Recovery	Mental Health	949-326-3658
Hope by the Sea - Anzar	Substance Abuse	949-218-2690
Hope by the Sea - Cerveza	Substance Abuse	949-218-2690
Inspire Health	Substance Abuse	949-771-7554
JBW Associates Inc - Laguna Coast Recovery	Substance Abuse	949-500-7286
Laguna Shores Behavioral Health LLC	Substance Abuse	949-500-7286
Laguna View Detox	Substance Abuse	949-549-4209
Life Vessel Treatment and - Recovery Centers LLC	Substance Abuse	949-222-9991
Life Vessel Treatment and Recovery	Both	949-771-7554
New Journeys Behavioral Health	Both	949-336-6460
New Method Wellness	Substance Abuse	949-951-1824
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Institute	Both	855-272-7451
Ocean Hills Recovery	Substance Abuse	949-388-0112
Ocean Hills Recovery	Substance Abuse	949-388-0112
Ocean Hills Recovery	Substance Abuse	949-388-0112
Ocean Hills Recovery	Substance Abuse	949-388-0112
Ocean Hills Recovery	Substance Abuse	949-388-0112
Ocean Ridge Treatment and Recovery	Substance Abuse	949-989-5346
Ocean Ridge Treatment and Recovery	Both	949-989-5346
Santa Ana Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - California Treatment Services LLC	Substance Abuse	714-581-9181
Sheer Recovery	Both	949-529-5945
Sheer Recovery	Both	888-979-7703
Sheer Recovery LLC	Substance Abuse	949-529-5945
SoCal Empowered LLC	Mental Health	888-630-3860
SoCal Empowered LLC	Mental Health	888-630-3860
South Coast Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	949-308-7600
Teen Project Inc - Veras Sanctuary	Substance Abuse	818-582-8832 x115

DOL Wage Violations in Rancho Santa Margarita

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $46,929 in back wages owed to 37 employees.

Violations

$46,929

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
3S Network Inc.	—	—	92688	—	2	$43,850	$3,986	11
Pieology Pizzeria Windward Mall	—	—	92688	—	1	$3,016	$121	25
Aberdeen Broadcast Services	—	—	92688	—	1	$63	$63	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rancho Santa Margarita

36 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ACTS 29 NETWORK	16 SAN MATEO
ARROYO BIBLE CHURCH OF SANTA MARGARITA	8 SAN PABLO
BARNABAS INC	5 ARBOR WALK LN
BATTLE CRY CHURCH INC	30161 AVENIDA DE LAS BANDERA STE B
BRIDE OF CHRIST	49 CALLE VERANO
CALVARY CHAPEL OF RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA SAFE HARBOR INTER RELIEF	30615 AVENIDA DE LAS FLORES
CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF RANCHO S MARGARITA INC	PO BOX 80073
COASTLAND UNIVERSITY	28 VIA JOLITAS
COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHRUCH	30322 VIA CON DIOS
COVENANT LIFE WORSHIP CENTER INC	31 SUNNY SLOPE
EVERYWHERE CHURCH	17 BRISA DEL LAGO
FEDERATION OF FILIPINO ROSARY GROUPS INC ORANGE COUNTY	31 LA PURISIMA
FOOTHILLS EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	23122 ARROYO VIS
FRIENDS OF HOKKAIDO CHRISTIAN CENTER	11 VIA BONITA
HOPE ARISES - KIMBERLY GJONOVICH MINISTRIES INC	65 LEGACY WAY
HOPE FOR BRIGHTER TOMORROWS	29881 SANTA MARGARITA PKWY
INTERFAITH COALLITION OF GRM	30382 VIA CON DIOS
JESUS LIFE INC	28 SANTA ARLETTA
JOY TO KIDS INC	8 VIA ONAGRO
LIVE WORD	30151 AVE DE LAS BANDERAS STE 100
M310 STOREHOUSE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION	PO BOX 80546
MASS UNDERGROUND	22082 ANTONIO PKWY
MISSION FLIGHT FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL	67 VIA GATILLO
MISSION HILLS COMMUNITY CHURCH INC	30162 TOMAS
NAZARENE WAY CHURCH	30021 TOMAS STE 300
OAK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP OF RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA	51 ACORN RDG
PURPOSE DRIVEN CHURCHES	29881 SANTA MARGARITA PKWY
PURPOSE DRIVEN CONNECTION	29881 SANTA MARGARITA PKWY
PURPOSE DRIVEN LIVING	29881 SANTA MARGARITA PKWY
RESTORED WHOLE	61 VIA CONTENTO
SANTA ANA FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	30162 TOMAS
SANTA MARGARITA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	30605 AVENIDA DE LAS FLORES
SMALL GROUP NETWORK	6 VIA LANTANA
SPOKEN WORD CHURCH MINISTRIES	30151 AVENIDA DE LAS BANDERAS
THE BROOKS CHURCH	17 BRISA DEL LAGO
WITNESS OF LOVE	4 GARDEN VIEW CT

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rancho Santa Margarita

What is the population of Rancho Santa Margarita?

Rancho Santa Margarita has a population of 47,257 residents and is located in California. The population density is 3,655 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.3 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Rancho Santa Margarita expensive to live in?

Rancho Santa Margarita is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $146,827, 95% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $907,900 (222% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,481 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Rancho Santa Margarita safe?

Rancho Santa Margarita is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 612 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Rancho Santa Margarita receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Rancho Santa Margarita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The job market in Rancho Santa Margarita is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,565. There are 148,394 business establishments in the area, including 8,853 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 22.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The median home value in Rancho Santa Margarita is $907,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,008,785. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,481. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.4%. The average annual property tax is $10,097.

How are the schools in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Schools in Rancho Santa Margarita score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 48.8% of adults in Rancho Santa Margarita hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 16.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rancho Santa Margarita?

The obesity rate in Rancho Santa Margarita is 23.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.3% of adults are smokers. 18.4% are physically inactive. 21.7% of residents report depression. 6.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 99.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,004.

What is transportation like in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The average commute in Rancho Santa Margarita is 27 minutes. 66.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rancho Santa Margarita?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rancho Santa Margarita is 65.1% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 76.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 23.8% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Coto de Caza, CA 15,363 pop · 2.5 mi Trabuco Canyon, CA 1,378 pop · 3.2 mi Las Flores CDP (Orange County), CA 6,007 pop · 3.6 mi Mission Viejo, CA 92,415 pop · 3.7 mi Lake Forest, CA 85,846 pop · 4.7 mi Ladera Ranch, CA 23,609 pop · 6.3 mi Laguna Hills, CA 30,921 pop · 6.3 mi Laguna Woods, CA 17,342 pop · 7.7 mi Aliso Viejo, CA 51,320 pop · 8.3 mi Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 11,355 pop · 8.5 mi Laguna Niguel, CA 64,023 pop · 9.3 mi San Juan Capistrano, CA 34,998 pop · 9.6 mi Irvine, CA 308,160 pop · 10.4 mi Laguna Beach, CA 22,777 pop · 11.2 mi

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