Livability Score

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i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities B

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (9) F
OKTΩ Marketplace and Café
Coffee Shop
Daffy's Tropic Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Peet's Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Aliso Coffee & Donut
Coffee Shop
Peet's Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
3:16 Bakery Shop
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Délice Breton
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
The Neighborhood Cup
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Wendi's Donuts & Coffee
Coffee Shop
City Perk
Coffee Shop
Pain du Monde
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (5) F
Crown Valley Park Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Regency Theatres Director's Cut Cinema
Cinema
Cinépolis
Cinema
Soka Performing Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Regal Edwards Kaleidoscope
Cinema
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Attraction
Zoomars Petting Zoo
Zoo
Regency Theatres
Cinema
Blas Aguilar Adobe
Museum
Camino Real Playhouse
Theatre Arts
Terramor Aquatic Park
Water Park
Edwards Aliso Viejo Stadium 20 & IMAX
Cinema
Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (34) D-
Subway
Fast Food
Laguna Grill
Fast Food
Johnny's Pizza
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
WaBa Grill
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
Skewers Fresh Mediterranean Grill
Fast Food
Baja Fish Tacos
Fast Food
Omenchie's
Sweets
Subway
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
See's Candies
Sweets
Jamba Juice
Fast Food
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Carl's Jr. Green Burrito
Fast Food
In-N-Out Burger
Fast Food
El Pollo Loco
Fast Food
Carl's Jr.
Fast Food
A's Burgers
Fast Food
Papa John's
Fast Food
SusieCakes
Sweets
Del Taco
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Fitness (11) A+
Laguna Niguel Family YMCA Health & Fitness Center
Gym
Club Pilates
Gym
9round Kickbox Fitness
Gym
ABC Fitness Studio
Gym
Laguna Niguel Racquet Club
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Sea Country Senior and Community Center
Community Centre
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Gym
24 Hour Fitness
Gym
Life Time
Gym
MMT & Tuva Jui Jitsu
Gym
Karate
Gym
Soka Gymnasium
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Anytime Fitness
Gym
UFC Gym
Gym
BigBad Wolfe Ironworks
Gym
Purefit Pilates
Gym
yogaworks
Gym
martial arts
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Total Training Fitness Studio
Gym
CycleBar
Gym
CorePower Yoga
Gym
The Club at Vantis
Community Centre
Groceries (8) F
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Apple-A-Day Health Foods
Health Food
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
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Vons
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Ralphs
Grocery Store
Monarch Beach Market
Grocery Store
Marbella Market
Grocery Store
FKN Bread
Bakery
Stater Bros.
Grocery Store
Gelson's
Grocery Store
Ralphs
Grocery Store
Crown Valley International Market
Grocery Store
Cloud 9 Bakers
Bakery
Gelson's
Grocery Store
Vons
Grocery Store
Smart & Final Extra!
Grocery Store
Baby Cakes Bakery
Bakery
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Parks (70) A+
Upper Niguel Ranch Park
Park
La Hermosa Park
Park
Sulphur Creek Park
Park
Niguel Ranch Park
Park
Crown Valley Community Park
Park
Juaneno Park
Park
La Plata Park
Park
Crown Valley Ballfields 1 & 2
Park
Marina Hills Park
Park
Hidden Hills Park
Park
Parc Vista Park
Park
Seminole Park
Park
Clipper Cove Park
Park
Kite Hill Park
Park
Niguel Hills Baseball Fields
Park
Chapparosa Park
Park
Moulton Baseball Fields
Park
Palm Court Park
Park
Reef View Node Park
Park
Redondo View Node Park
Park
Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Park
Ridge View Park
Park
Rancho Niguel Park
Park
Yosemite Park
Park
Crest De Ville Park
Park
Shops (39) A-
Healthy Nails
Beauty
Ritz Flooring Plus
Interior Decoration
Laguna Niguel Optometry
Optician
Joe's Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Apple Nail Salon
Beauty
H&S Food Mart
Convenience Store
Griffin Optometric Group
Optician
KC Boutique Jewelry
Fashion
Jenny's Nail Salon
Beauty
Denault's Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
City Threading
Beauty
Heat Culinary
Houseware
Salon Diva
Hairdresser
Amoré Hair Salon
Hairdresser
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Nectar
Clothing
LunchboxWax
Beauty
ExtraMile
Convenience Store
Great Clips
Hairdresser
The Art of Hair
Hairdresser
OC Sparkle
Clothing
Happy Nails
Beauty
Planet Beauty
Beauty
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Convenience Store
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
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commute A

Of all people who commute, 0.5% take public transportation in Laguna Niguel.
Public Transit Stops (46)
Stops & Stations A+
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Workers Taking Public Transit
0.5% F
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Laguna Niguel is 198/100 - which is 42% higher than California.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime A+

Laguna Niguel crime rates are 1,088 per 100k, which is 62% lower than California
Property Crime
984 crimes per 100k A-
Violent Crime
104 crimes per 100k A+
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employment A+

The median income in Laguna Niguel is $119,608 - which is 88% higher than California.
Med. Household Income
$119,608 A+
Unemployment Rate
3.7% C
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health D+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (21)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Dental 2000
Dentist
Niguel Family Dentistry
Dentist
Family Medical Center
Doctor
Moulton Podiatry Group
Doctor
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Rancho Niguel Dental Group
Dentist
South Coast Dental Specialties
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Choice Dental Care
Dentist
OC Dermatology
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
OCFA Station 5
Fire Station
OCFA Station 49
Fire Station
The Druggist
Pharmacy
All Smiles Dental
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Dr. Christopher Zachary Orthodontics
Dentist
Laguna Niguel Dental
Dentist
Rancho Medical Building
Doctor
OCFA Station 39
Fire Station
OCFA Station 9
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Ocean Ranch Chiropractic
Doctor
Laguna-Dana Urgent Care
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality F
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housing C

Laguna Niguel home prices are $863,600 - which is 111% higher than California
Home Price
$863,600 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
18% A+
Home Affordability
7.2x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools A+

The Laguna Niguel graduation rate is 95% - which is 19% higher than California
School Test Scores
66% C+
High School Grad. Rates
95% A+
Elementary Schools (20) A+
Grace Classical Academy
Orange County Academy Of Sciences And Arts
Orange County Academy Of Sciences And Arts
Community Roots Academy
Community Roots Academy
Hidden Hills Elementary
Ocean View School
Kindercare Learning Center
Mcdowell School
Laguna Niguel Jr Academy
Niguel Hills Middle
George White Elementary
Moulton Elementary
Mission Lutheran School
Montessori Of Laguna Niguel
Laguna Niguel Montessori Center
Marian Bergeson Elementary
Laguna Niguel Elementary
Saddleback Valley Christian School
Stoneybrooke Christian Schools-San Juan Capistrano
Journey
Wood Canyon Elementary
John Malcom Elementary
Sunflower Montessori
St Mary & All Angels School
High Schools (1) F
Ocean View School
Laguna Niguel Jr Academy
Saddleback Valley Christian School
Capistrano Valley High
Jserra Catholic High School
Aliso Niguel High
Junipero Serra High
Bridges Community Day
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools
Halstom Academy
Opportunities For Learning - Capistrano
Dana Hills High
California Preparatory Academy
College And Career Advantage
Opportunities For Learning - Capistrano
Capistrano Connections Academy
California Connections Academy Southern California
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ratings C

Laguna Niguel has an overall rating of 63% from 22 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes D
User Surveys (20)
From AreaVibes A
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Laguna Niguel Area Facts

  • Laguna Niguel has a Livability Score of 74/100, which is considered excellent
  • Laguna Niguel crime rates are 62% lower than the California average
  • Cost of living in Laguna Niguel is 42% higher than the California average

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LAGUNA KNOWLS IS A H.O.A. NIGHTMARE 1 rating By SERGIOORTIZ ( Feb 07, 2018) ANYONE THINKING ABOUT MOVING TO LAGUNA NIGUEL HAD BETTER RETHINK THEIR DECISION IF IT IS UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE LAGUNA KNOWLS H.O.A. IT IS THE MOST RACIALLY ABUSIVE HOSTILE LIVING SITUATION YOU CAN IMAGINE . YOU WILL BE AT THE MERCY OF THE H.O.A. BOARD OF DIRECTORS . THE M ...Read More ANAGING AGENT IS NO HELP SHE IS ONLY THERE TO PROTECT THE BOARD MEMBERS .THE BOARD MEMBERS OF THE LAGUNA KNOWLS H.O.A. WILL SELECTIVELY TARGET YOU AND SELECTIVELY ENFORCE IT'S RULES AND REGULATIONS DEPENDING ON IF THEY DECIDE YOU BELONG LIVING IN THEIR COMMUNITY . IN MY CASE THEY TARGETED ME BECAUSE THEY CLAIM A NEIGHBOR COMPLAINED I HAD PARKED MY CAR ON MY DRIVEWAY ( THE NEIGHBOR REMAINS A SECRET BUT I SUSPECT IT WAS BURT DIRSKE ) AND I WAS CITED TO ATTEND A HEARING . I SENT THEM AT LEAST 50 PHOTOS IN ADVANCE SHOWING OTHER RESIDENTS IN MY CUL-DE-SAC IN FACT EVERY OTHER RESIDENT DOING THE SAME THING I WAS DOING . THE NEXT THING I HEARD WAS BURT DIRSKE ( THE PRESIDENT OF THE H.O.A. ) WITH A SMIRK ON HIS FACE TELLING ME '' PEOPLE LIKE YOU DO NOT BELONG LIVING HERE , YOU WILL NOT LIKE LIVING HERE AND MAYBE YOU SHOULD CONSIDER MOVING '' . MY NAME IS SERGIO ORTIZ AND I HAPPEN TO BE HISPANIC SO I THOUGHT HE WAS WAY OUT OF LINE AND TRYING TO INTIMIDATE ME INTO LEAVING THE NEIGHBORHOOD . WHEN I SHOWED THEM PHOTOS OF THE NEIGHBOR ACROSS THE STREET DOING THE SAME AS I AM DOING THE H.O.A. BOARD'S AWNSER WAS THAT WHEN HE BOUGHT THE HOUSE THE REAL EATATE AGENT PROMISED HIM HE COULD PARK HIS CAR THERE SO IT'S OK FOR HIM AND NOT OK FOR ME . AND THEY BASICALLY JUST LAUGHED AT ME AND TOLD ME TO GO AWAY . WHEN I MADE FURTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT OTHER CARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKING IN THE SAME WAY THEY JUST IGNORED ME , WHEN I COMPLAINED ABOUT DOGS WANDERING THE NEIGHBORHOOD OFF LEASH THEY IGNORED ME WHEN A DOG RAN THREW MY GARAGE AND INTO MY HOUSE WITH THE OWNER YELLING OUTSIDE ON THE STREET I WAS FORCED TO ENTER MY HOUSE , CAPTURE THE DOG TO THROW HIM OUT . I COMPLAINED TO THE MANAGEMENT CO. THEY JUST IGNORED ME SO I CALLED ANIMAL SERVICES . THE BOARD THEN RETALIATED AGAINST ME AND I HAD THE ANIMAL OWNER CONFRONT ME ABOUT WHY I HAD TURNED HIM IN AND THEN SOME HACK LAWYER SENDS ME A CEASE AND DESIST LETTER . SO I STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU CHANGE YOUR MINDS BECAUSE LIKE BURT SAID '' YOU WILL NOT BE HAPPY LIVING HERE '' . BURT IS A FILTHY RACIEST AND THE REST OF THEM ARE NOT FAR BEHIND . Read Less
Relax, Run, and Ride in Laguna Niguel, California 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 10, 2010) If you enjoy the outdoors, Laguna Niguel, located in sunny Southern Orange County, is the place to be. This quiet city lies just minutes from the coast among lush hills and canyons. I've lived in the area for most of my life, but I'm still amazed that there are new places I have ...Read More yet to explore, including hiking and biking trails, restaurants, shops, and a new city hall currently under construction. Laguna Niguel's many parks and acclaimed schools make it perfect for families.

Visitors may have a hard time finding lodging, but local cities, such as Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach and Dana Point, are close and offer a variety of hotels. Nightlife in Laguna Niguel is hard to find in the city itself, unless you're content with a good movie or restaurant. If live music and dancing are your thing, you may want to visit Laguna Beach, just 10 minutes southwest, or travel further north to Newport Beach.

Overall, I love how close I am to everything, whether it's the Laguna Niguel Regional Park with its own fishing lake, Mann's movie theater showing the latest independent movies, the gorgeous blue-green water at our beaches, or Trader Joes for a basket of blueberries. Personally, Marios By the Sea is a favorite eating spot with consistently delicious Italian meals and a family feel. Laguna Niguel offers something for everyone. Read Less
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      B Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Laguna Niguel? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Upper Niguel Ranch Park
      La Hermosa Park
      Sulphur Creek Park
      Niguel Ranch Park
      Crown Valley Community Park
      Juaneno Park
      La Plata Park
      Crown Valley Ballfields 1 & 2

      Entertainment

      Crown Valley Park Amphitheater
      Amphitheater
      Regency Theatres Director's Cut Cinema
      Cinépolis
      Soka Performing Arts Center
      Regal Edwards Kaleidoscope
      Mission San Juan Capistrano
      Zoomars Petting Zoo

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Laguna Grill
      Johnny's Pizza
      Taco Bell
      WaBa Grill
      Domino's
      Skewers Fresh Mediterranean Grill
      Baja Fish Tacos

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Laguna Niguel? Of all people who commute, 0.5% take public transportation in Laguna Niguel.
      Drive to Work
      76%

      1% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Laguna Niguel? The cost of living in Laguna Niguel is 198/100 - which is 42% higher than California.
      Laguna Niguel
      198

      98% more expensive than average

      California
      140

      40% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Laguna Niguel? Laguna Niguel crime rates are 1,088, which are 62% lower than California
      Total Crime
      1,088 per 100k people

      52% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 92

      52% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -5%

      Year over year crime is down

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Laguna Niguel? The median income in Laguna Niguel is $119,608 which is 88% higher than California.
      Median household income
      $119,608116% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $62,391109% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      20% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Laguna Niguel a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid
      CVS Pharmacy
      The Druggist
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Moulton Podiatry Group
      Family Medical Center
      Rancho Medical Building

      C Housing

      What are Laguna Niguel home prices? Laguna Niguel home prices are $863,600 - which is 111% higher than California
      Median home value
      $863,600368% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $2,331146% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      69%

      8% higher than the US average

      A+ Schools

      Does Laguna Niguel have good schools? The Laguna Niguel graduation rate is 95% - which is 19% higher than California
      High school grad. rates
      95%

      14% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      66%

      38% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      23:1

      43% higher than the US average

      C User Ratings

      Is Laguna Niguel a good place to live? Laguna Niguel has an overall rating of 63% from 22 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      63%

      22 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      55%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      81%

      20 total surveys

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