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Cost of living in Ladera Ranch summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Ladera Ranch. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Ladera Ranch is 204 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Ladera Ranch is 2.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Ladera Ranch is $1,387,186.
The median income in Ladera Ranch is $184,458.
Ladera Ranch's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Ladera Ranch Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Ladera Ranch | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 204 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 108 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 112 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 411 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 117 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 116 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 114 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Ladera Ranch, CA Weather
The average high in Ladera Ranch is 74.4° and the average low is 54.4°.
There are 22.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 13.3 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Ladera Ranch |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 74.4 |
| Average Annual Low | 54.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 22.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 13.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Ladera Ranch Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Ladera Ranch
The current population in Ladera Ranch is 23,793. The population has increased 30.9% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23,793 | 0.8% |
| 2023 | 23,609 | -2.9% |
| 2022 | 24,323 | -4.7% |
| 2021 | 25,526 | 2.1% |
| 2020 | 24,996 | -8.4% |
| 2019 | 27,277 | -9.9% |
| 2018 | 30,288 | 5.3% |
| 2017 | 28,769 | 6.1% |
| 2016 | 27,121 | 1.5% |
| 2015 | 26,714 | 2.7% |
| 2014 | 26,010 | 9.2% |
| 2013 | 23,825 | 5.7% |
| 2012 | 22,534 | 5.2% |
| 2011 | 21,412 | 17.8% |
| 2010 | 18,170 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Ladera Ranch
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Ladera Ranch is:
63.6% White with 15,136 White residents.
0.9% African American with 221 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
13.6% Asian with 3,246 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.9% Other with 221 Other residents.
8.0% Two Or More with 1,894 Two Or More residents.
12.9% Hispanic with 3,075 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Ladera Ranch | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 63.6% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.9% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 13.6% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 8.0% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 12.9% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Ladera Ranch
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Ladera Ranch is 51.8% female with 12,333 female residents.
Ladera Ranch is 48.2% male with 11,460 male residents.
| Gender | Ladera Ranch | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Ladera Ranch for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed 9-12th grade.
8.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed some college.
5.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed associate's degree.
40.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed bachelor's degree.
19.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed master's degree.
5.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Ladera Ranch completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Ladera Ranch | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 8.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 40.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 19.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Ladera Ranch, California
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2.6% of households in Ladera Ranch earn Less than $10,000.
0.2% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.8% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $15,000 to $24,999.
1.5% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $25,000 to $34,999.
3.2% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.7% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $50,000 to $74,999.
5.3% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $75,000 to $99,999.
14.7% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.5% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $150,000 to $199,999.
47.4% of households in Ladera Ranch earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Ladera Ranch | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.6% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.2% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.8% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1.5% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3.2% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.7% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5.3% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.7% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.5% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 47.4% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)







