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Laguna Beach vs Mission Viejo

Two California cities 8 miles apart, side by side.

Laguna BeachMission Viejo
Population22,77792,415
Median household income$140,508$136,071
Median home value$2,000,001$946,300
Median rent$2,802/mo$2,713/mo
Median age52.346.1
Homeownership64%78%
Property tax (effective)0.50%0.60%
Sales tax7.75%7.75%
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Is Laguna Beach or Mission Viejo cheaper?

For housing, Mission Viejo is cheaper: median home values are $2,000,001 in Laguna Beach and $946,300 in Mission Viejo; median rents are $2,802 and $2,713.

Which has higher incomes, Laguna Beach or Mission Viejo?

Laguna Beach: median household income is $140,508 in Laguna Beach and $136,071 in Mission Viejo.

How far is Laguna Beach from Mission Viejo?

About 8 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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