Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
24%
San Juan Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,974
Population
34,465
Renter Mix
25% Rent
A rich history lies between open ocean and major mountains
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Upscale
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Historic
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Whether you enjoy hiking in the mountains, golfing at the country club, or beaching it on the sandy shoreline, San Juan Capistrano is a wonderful place to consider calling home. This Spanish-influenced city holds historical significance for both its residents and visitors, known for the Mission San Juan Capistrano, a Spanish mission from 1775 that’s become a national landmark.
Movie theaters, restaurants, zoos, and community parks keep this city thriving and are just a few of the perks of living in San Juan Capistrano. The city’s Amtrak line, public buses, and proximity to major interstates like I-5 keep commuting simple. Though spacious suburban streets, Spanish-style homes, and luxury apartments among rolling hills sounds grand, there’s even more to see just a few minutes from town.
With coastal cities like Dana Point and Laguna Beach in such close proximity, residents of San Juan Capistrano can enjoy sandy beaches and bustling marinas whenever they please. Excellent schools, golf courses, and an abundance of conveniences make this historic city a prime spot to put down roots between the mountains and the ocean.
Explore the City
Nice cliff side homes context
An overview of Pines park
Ocean views
Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historical landmark that tells the early stories of the area.
Residents love to stroll through the shaded street of Los Rios in San Juan Capistrano.
The San Juan Creek Trail runs through San Juan Capistrano towards the ocean of Dana Point.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$116,697
Average: $145,180
Education
11,342
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
17,459
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
San Juan Capistrano has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
25%
Non-Renters
75%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
28%
Other Education
72%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA is $2,926 for one bedroom, and $3,671 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in San Juan Capistrano has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,926/month
737 Sq Ft
House
$7,867/month
2,321 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,842/month
1,135 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly San Juan Capistrano, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
California Connections Academy at Capistrano
Public
Grades K-12
3,933 Students
Public
Grades K-5
662 Students
Public
Grades K-5
324 Students
Public
Grades K-5
310 Students
Public
Grades K-5
302 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
930 Students
California Connections Academy at Capistrano
Public
Grades K-12
3,933 Students
Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano
Public
Grades K-12
185 Students
Capistrano-Laguna Beach Rop School
Public
Grades 8-12
Public
Grades 9-12
2,641 Students
California Preparatory Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
198 Students
California Connections Academy at Capistrano
Public
Grades K-12
3,933 Students
Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano
Public
Grades K-12
185 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Doheny State Beach
- Tree of Life Nursery
- Capistrano Beach Park
- Caspers Wilderness Park
- Salt Creek Beach
Airports
- John Wayne/Orange County
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.