California · Metropolitan Area
San Juan Capistrano is a mid-size city in California with a population of 34,998. Residents earn $127,893 per year, which is 70% above the national average.
Based on current data, San Juan Capistrano receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. San Juan Capistrano offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in San Juan Capistrano is $127,893, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places San Juan Capistrano among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in San Juan Capistrano is $929,700, making it a premium housing market at 230% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in San Juan Capistrano is below the national average at 172 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,060 per 100,000, 46% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
San Juan Capistrano 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 | 64.2% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 35.8% |
| 167% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $127,893 |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $60,670 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% 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 | 1.09% |
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 15.8% |
| Census Median | $929,700 |
| 230% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,316,019 |
| Median List Price | $2,295,000 |
| Median List Price | $2,295,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $709 |
| Homes Sold | 27 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.9% |
| Price Drops | 14.0% |
| Inventory | 50 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,500 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $4,094 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.09% |
| Obesity | 26.0% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.6% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 171.6/100K |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Murder | 5.5/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Rape | 27.7/100K |
| Robbery | 38.8/100K |
| Assault | 99.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,060.2/100K |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 168.9/100K |
| Theft | 780.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 110.7/100K |
| Arson | 5.5/100K |
| 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 | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 14.4 sq mi (37.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,425/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5009°N, 117.6544°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,425/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| 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 | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 15.8% |