Laguna Woods, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Laguna Woods, California is 17,342 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 378th-largest city in California. The median household income is $60,235, the median home value is $364,900, and the median age is 75.0.
The population has grown 6.5% since 2010 (16,012 → 17,058).
17,342
Population
5189
People / sq mi
$60,235
Median Income
$364,900
Median Home Value
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Laguna Woods covers 3.3 sq mi of land at 5189 people per square mile.
About Laguna Woods, CA
Laguna Woods skews on age — the median resident is 75.0, older than the national median. With 17,342 residents, Laguna Woods is a city in California.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $60,235, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.6%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $364,900, with typical rent around $2,232.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 51.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 14.6% of the workforce is home-based, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Laguna Woods — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Laguna Woods city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Laguna Woods city had a population of 16,012 in 2010 and 17,058 in 2024, a 6.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,612 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.50%.
17,058
Population (2024)
16,012
Population (2010)
17,612
Peak (2020)
0.50%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,012 |
| 2011 | 16,148 |
| 2012 | 16,233 |
| 2013 | 16,290 |
| 2014 | 16,264 |
| 2015 | 16,251 |
| 2016 | 16,184 |
| 2017 | 16,068 |
| 2018 | 15,949 |
| 2019 | 15,850 |
| 2020 | 17,612 |
| 2021 | 17,402 |
| 2022 | 17,251 |
| 2023 | 17,099 |
| 2024 | 17,058 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,235
Median Household Income
$54,008
Per Capita Income
7.6%
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$364,900
Median Home Value
$2,232
Median Rent
71.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.2%
High School+
51.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
73.1%
Public Transit
14.6%
Work From Home
20.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
45.7%
Foreign Born
72.0%
Non-English at Home
9.7%
Veterans
29.6%
With Disability
98.5%
Health Insurance
95.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 20.1% |
| Information | 13.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.4% |
| Construction | 2.2% |
| Public Administration | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Laguna Woods, California has a population of 17,342 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 378th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Laguna Woods, California is $60,235, with 7.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Laguna Woods, California is $364,900, with median monthly rent at $2,232 and a homeownership rate of 71.4%.
The median age in Laguna Woods, California is 75.0 years. The population is 40.2% male and 59.8% female.
The population has grown 6.5% since 2010 (16,012 → 17,058).
Laguna Woods city, CA Climate
Laguna Woods city, CA has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F) and receives about 349 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.6°C
Avg Temp
349
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 56° | 72 mm |
| February | 14° / 57° | 72 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 69 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 22 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 6 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 2 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 1 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 3 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 9 mm |
| October | 20° / 67° | 9 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 35 mm |
| December | 13° / 56° | 49 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Laguna Woods city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Laguna Woods city, CA are typically June, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near 7°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.