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Crime in Laguna Woods summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Laguna Woods. Key points include:
There were 160 total crimes in Laguna Woods in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Laguna Woods is 952.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Laguna Woods is 59.5 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Laguna Woods is 893.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Laguna Woods is -55.05% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Laguna Woods Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Laguna Woods / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 160 | 952.6 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 10 | 59.5 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 11.9 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 8 | 47.6 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 150 | 893.0 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 13 | 77.4 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 91 | 541.8 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 46 | 273.9 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Laguna Woods summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Laguna Woods. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Laguna Woods is 137 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Laguna Woods is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Laguna Woods is $471,410.
The median income in Laguna Woods is $59,269.
Laguna Woods's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Laguna Woods Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Laguna Woods | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 137 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 108 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 113 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 180 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 119 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 120 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 121 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Laguna Woods, CA Weather
The average high in Laguna Woods 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 | Laguna Woods |
|---|---|
| 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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Laguna Woods Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Laguna Woods
The current population in Laguna Woods is 17,289. The population has increased 6.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17,289 | -0.3% |
| 2023 | 17,342 | -0.6% |
| 2022 | 17,452 | -0.5% |
| 2021 | 17,546 | 9.3% |
| 2020 | 16,056 | 0.0% |
| 2019 | 16,053 | -1.1% |
| 2018 | 16,228 | -0.5% |
| 2017 | 16,314 | -0.2% |
| 2016 | 16,347 | -0.1% |
| 2015 | 16,359 | 0.3% |
| 2014 | 16,302 | 0.2% |
| 2013 | 16,267 | -0.3% |
| 2012 | 16,315 | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 16,276 | -0.1% |
| 2010 | 16,295 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Laguna Woods
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Laguna Woods is:
67.4% White with 11,658 White residents.
0.6% African American with 106 African American residents.
0.4% American Indian with 69 American Indian residents.
22.8% Asian with 3,949 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 32 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 90 Other residents.
2.1% Two Or More with 357 Two Or More residents.
5.9% Hispanic with 1,028 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Laguna Woods | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 67.4% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.6% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 22.8% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 2.1% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.9% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Laguna Woods
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Laguna Woods is 59.3% female with 10,246 female residents.
Laguna Woods is 40.7% male with 7,043 male residents.
| Gender | Laguna Woods | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.3% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 40.7% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Laguna Woods for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed 9-12th grade.
16.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed associate's degree.
29.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed bachelor's degree.
16.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed master's degree.
4.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Laguna Woods completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Laguna Woods | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 16.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 16.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 4.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Laguna Woods, California
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5.6% of households in Laguna Woods earn Less than $10,000.
5.7% of households in Laguna Woods earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.6% of households in Laguna Woods earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.7% of households in Laguna Woods earn $25,000 to $34,999.
16.5% of households in Laguna Woods earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.9% of households in Laguna Woods earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.6% of households in Laguna Woods earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.0% of households in Laguna Woods earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.6% of households in Laguna Woods earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.8% of households in Laguna Woods earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Laguna Woods | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.6% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.7% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.6% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.7% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16.5% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.9% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.6% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.0% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.6% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.8% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
