| ZIP Code | 92651 |
|---|---|
| City | Laguna Beach |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 714/949 |
| Elevation | 262 ft |
| Latitude | 33.57148 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.772889 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.8% ▲ 88% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 193 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,431 (8%) |
| Some College | 955 (5.4%) |
| Associates | 2,266 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,067 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,909 (66.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,569 ▲ 88% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 13.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,812/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,913 |
| Vacant Units | 2,772 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,913 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,772 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 92651 is located in Laguna Beach, California, within Orange County. With a population of 23,477, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.8 years. Economically, 92651 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,569 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92651 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $2,000,000+ is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,812 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 6% since 2019.
The population of 92651 is primarily White (80.73%). Residents are highly educated — 72.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92651 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 92651 in Laguna Beach, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,477 residents, a median household income of $143,569, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.