California · Metropolitan Area
Santa Ana is a large city in California with a population of 311,639. Residents earn $88,354 per year, which is 18% above the national average.
Based on current data, Santa Ana receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Santa Ana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Santa Ana is $88,354, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Santa Ana is $657,800, making it a premium housing market at 133% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,975 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Santa Ana is below the national average at 374 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,719 per 100,000, near the national average.
18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Santa Ana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 21.7% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 78.3% |
| 484% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,354 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,859 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| 29% 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 | 1.53% |
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
| Census Median | $657,800 |
| 133% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $847,509 |
| Median List Price | $829,000 |
| Median List Price | $829,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $585 |
| Homes Sold | 43 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 21.4% |
| Inventory | 210 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,975 |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,804 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
| Obesity | 29.1% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.0% |
| Depression | 18.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 374.5/100K |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Murder | 5.4/100K |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Rape | 34.2/100K |
| Robbery | 134.3/100K |
| Assault | 200.6/100K |
| Total Property | 1,719.1/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 235.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,095.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 388.2/100K |
| Arson | 6.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 27.5 inches |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 27.4 sq mi (70.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,382/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7363°N, 117.8829°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.0% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 66.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 11,382/sq mi |
| Total Area | 27.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 87 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 119 |
| 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 | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |