Laguna Beach
City in Orange County, California
Laguna Beach is a city in Orange County, California, with 23,032 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 20 ft (6 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Aliso Viejo, 3.1 miles NE.
- 23,032residents (2020 Census)
- 20 ftelevation · 6 m
- 8.9 sq miland area · 23.1 km²
- 2,583 / sq mipopulation density
- 92651ZIP code
About Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach ( lə-GOO-nə; laguna, Spanish for "lagoon") is a city in Orange County, California, United States. Located in Southern California along the Pacific Ocean, this seaside resort city has a mild year-round climate, scenic coves, and environmental preservation efforts. The population in the 2020 census was 23,032.
Historically settled by Paleoindians, the Tongva people, and then Mexico, the location became part of the United States following the Mexican–American War. Laguna Beach was settled in the 1870s, officially founded in 1887, and in 1927 its current government was incorporated as a city. The city adopted the council–manager form of government in 1944. The city has remained relatively isolated from urban encroachment by its surrounding hills, limited highway access, and dedicated greenbelt. The Laguna Beach coastline is protected by 5.88 miles (9.46 km) of state marine reserve and an additional 1.21 miles (1.95 km) of state conservation area.
Tourism is the primary industry with an estimated six million people visiting the community annually. Large annual events include the Pageant of the Masters, Festival of Arts, Sawdust Art Festival, Art-A-Fair, Bluewater Music Festival, and Kelpfest.
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- Median household income
- $143,843
- Median home value
- $2,000,001
- Median rent
- $2,986/mo
- Median age
- 53.9
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Laguna Beach had 23,032 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 23,032 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,583 per sq mi (997 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Laguna Beach at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Orange County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 23,032 (2020) |
| Land area | 8.92 sq mi (23.1 km²) |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km²) |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.5432° N, 117.7618° W |
| ZIP code | 92651 |
| Official website | lagunabeachcity.net |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0639178 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Laguna Beach
- Aliso Viejo3.1 mi NE
- Laguna Niguel3.5 mi E
- Laguna Hills5.0 mi NE
- Laguna Woods5.1 mi N
- Dana Point6.1 mi SE
- San Juan Capistrano6.8 mi SE
- Ladera Ranch6.9 mi E
- Mission Viejo7.6 mi NE
- Newport Beach8.3 mi NW
- Las Flores8.4 mi E
- Lake Forest9.2 mi NE
- Irvine9.4 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Laguna Beach
What county is Laguna Beach in?
Laguna Beach is in Orange County, California.
What is the population of Laguna Beach, CA?
23,032 people lived in Laguna Beach at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Laguna Beach, CA?
The ZIP code of Laguna Beach is 92651.
What is the elevation of Laguna Beach?
20 feet (6 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Laguna Beach?
Aliso Viejo (3.1 mi), Laguna Niguel (3.5 mi), Laguna Hills (5.0 mi), Laguna Woods (5.1 mi), Dana Point (6.1 mi).
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