Rancho Mission Viejo, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Rancho Mission Viejo, California is 11,355 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 465th-largest city in California. The median household income is $181,111, the median home value is $1,039,300, and the median age is 38.5.
11,355
Population
300
People / sq mi
$181,111
Median Income
$1,039,300
Median Home Value
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Rancho Mission Viejo covers 37.8 sq mi of land at 300 people per square mile.
About Rancho Mission Viejo, CA
Rancho Mission Viejo stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 300 people per square mile. Rancho Mission Viejo is a city in California with a population of 11,355.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $181,111, above the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 1.5%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $1,039,300, with typical rent around $3,342.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 64.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Working from home is common here: 32.8% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$181,111
Median Household Income
$81,781
Per Capita Income
1.5%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$1,039,300
Median Home Value
$3,342
Median Rent
75.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.3%
High School+
64.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
56.6%
Public Transit
32.8%
Work From Home
29.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.2%
Foreign Born
81.0%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
5.1%
With Disability
97.5%
Health Insurance
99.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 21.0% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.8% |
| Information | 17.4% |
| Manufacturing | 8.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.7% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Retail Trade | 1.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rancho Mission Viejo, California has a population of 11,355 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 465th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Rancho Mission Viejo, California is $181,111, with 1.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Rancho Mission Viejo, California is $1,039,300, with median monthly rent at $3,342 and a homeownership rate of 75.3%.
The median age in Rancho Mission Viejo, California is 38.5 years. The population is 42.1% male and 57.9% female.
Rancho Mission Viejo Cdp, CA Climate
Rancho Mission Viejo Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F) and receives about 345 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17°C
Avg Temp
345
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 55° | 69 mm |
| February | 13° / 55° | 68 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 65 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 25 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 6 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 2 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 1 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 3 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 9 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 9 mm |
| November | 15° / 60° | 38 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 50 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 Rancho Mission Viejo Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Rancho Mission Viejo Cdp, CA are typically July, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.