Orange County, CA Community Information
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Immortalized as the “O.C.,” Orange County is synonymous with luxury, decadence and privilege. But like most glossy veneers, there’s more than meets the eye. While Orange County tends to be upscale, it is also refreshingly beautiful with sandy coves, chiseled bluffs and foam-covered ocean waves that perfectly reflect the clear blue skies. Picturesque communities abound offering a wealth of arts, entertainment, dining and shopping experiences amid settings more suited for charming postcards. Widely venerated as the “Gold Coast” of California, Orange County spans 798 square miles and encompasses 34 cities, among which include the coveted Santa Ana, Laguna Beach and Huntington Beach. The O.C.’s impressive line-up also includes 42 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline, perpetual pristine beachfront and first-class tourist draws.
What sets Orange County apart is that it is not defined as a paradise getaway. Rather, the surf, sun and culture that it is renowned for is a way of life. This providential lifestyle enables residents to ‘hang ten’ in “Surf City” Huntington Beach, peruse world-class art in Laguna Beach, and even hit the slopes and catch fresh powder at Mammoth Mountain—all in one day!
It’s no surprise that O.C. living is a coveted lifestyle. Orange County real estate trailed only San Francisco as the most expensive housing market in 2005, according to realestatejournal.com. 2005 data from the National Association of Realtors also showed that Orange County’s median home price appreciated ten percent and climbed to $710,000, eclipsing the national level more than three-fold. Coldwell Banker’s annual Home Price Comparison Index estimated that a 2,200-square-foot house with four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a family room and a two-car garage in Orange County would easily fetch $1 million. The O.C. lifestyle comes at a price, but for many Orange County home buyers, investing in Orange County real estate is worth living the California dream!
Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange_County%2C_California
http://www.orangecounty.net/
http://www.realestatejournal.com/columnists/livingthere/20051214-livingthere.html
http://money.cnn.com/pf/features/lists/hpci_data/index.html
Community Information for 92604*
| Population | 29,238 |
| Median Age | 38.68 |
| Median Household Income | $86,867 |
| Households with Children | 40.28% |
| Median Travel Time to Work | 19.5 minutes |
*Based on zipcode 92604 at the center of this area.
Real Estate Market Information
| Median Home Sale Price | $602,500 |
| Annual Turnover Rate | 19.37% |
| In current residence 5+ years | 36.3% |
| Median years in residence | 3.12 |
| Homes Owned | 64.66% |
| Homes Rented | 31.19% |
| Homes Vacant | 4.15% |
Orange County, CA School Information
Preschools
- Montessori International School
1 Smoketree - New Horizon Elementary School 1 Truman St
- Meadow Park Special School 50 Blue Lk S
- Village Montessori School 4552 Sandburg Way
- La Monte Academie 23092 Mill Creek Lane
- Jeane Thorman Elementary School 1402 Sycamore Ave
Elementary Schools
- Montessori International School 1 Smoketree
- Oak Creek Elementary School 1 Dove Creek
- Eastshore Elementary School 155 Eastshore
- Stone Creek Elementary School 2 Stone Creek S
- Springbrook Elementary School 655 Springbrook N
- Deerfield Elementary School 2 Deerfield Ave
Middle Schools
- Lakeside Middle School 3 Lemongrass
- Venado Middle School 4 Deerfield Ave
- South Lake Middle School 655 W Yale Loop
- Rancho San Joaquin Middle School 4861 Michelson Dr
- Plaza Vista School 670 Paseo Westpark
- Eagles Peak Charter School 11 Potomac
High Schools
- Lutheran South High School 4947 Alton Pkwy
- Woodbridge High School 2 Meadowbrook
- Creekside High School 311 W Yale Loop
- San Juaquin High School 311 W Yale Loop
- Irvine High School 4321 Walnut Ave
- Eagles Peak Charter School 11 Potomac
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Community Age Profile
Transportation
Education Levels
Occupation
Community
Total Male Population: 14,077
Total Female Population: 15,161
Population change since 1990: 6
Population change since 2000: NA
Median age: 38.68
Percent of households with children: 40.28%
Local sales tax: 8%
Personal crime risk: 67
Recycling likelihood index: 111
Transportation
Transportation to work:
Drive/Carpool: 91%
Walk/bike/other: 2%
Work at home: 6%
Education Levels
Some high school: 2.93%
High school graduate: 15.45%
Some college: 17.62%
Associate degree: 8.81%
Bachelor's degree: 31.49%
Graduate Degree: 21.59%
Occupation
Mining: 0.00%
Contstruction: 0.65%
Manufacturing: 0.34%
Transportation and communications: 1.29%
Wholesale trade: 1.14%
Retail trade: 20.16%
Finance, insurance and real estate: 12.13%
Sevices: 60.77%
Public administration: 0.98%
Unclassified: 0.52%
Income
Income change since 1990: 55
Income change since 2000: 22
Climate
Avg. July high/low temp: 84 / 60
Annual precipitation: 14
Air pollution index: 99
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