Aliso Viejo, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Aliso Viejo, California Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Aliso Viejo, California had a total population of 51,113, the 184th largest city in California, with a median household income of $142,439, which is 44% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 44% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in California.

Aliso Viejo Quick Facts

Population 51,113

Median Household Income $142,439

Median Home Value $917,900

Poverty Rate 5.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.2%

Median Age 39.2 years

Homeownership Rate 56.7%

Affordability Ratio 6.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 57.6%

High School Graduation Rate 96.0%

Diversity Index 63/100

Population 51,113 184th of 1,570

Median Income $142,439 top 20%

Poverty Rate 5.1% 59% lower than national

Median Home Value $917,900 top 30%

How Aliso Viejo Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	51,320	51,113	-0.4%
Median household income	$137,970	$142,439	+3.2%
Median home value	$863,800	$917,900	+6.3%

How Aliso Viejo Compares

Median Household Income

Aliso Viejo

$142,439

$99,122

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Aliso Viejo

$917,900

$734,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.3%

$25K-$50K 6.8%

$50K-$100K 18.9%

$100K+ 66.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.5%

$10K-$15K

0.6%

$15K-$20K

1.0%

$20K-$25K

1.3%

$25K-$30K

1.4%

$30K-$35K

1.2%

$35K-$40K

1.8%

$40K-$45K

1.5%

$45K-$50K

0.9%

$50K-$60K

2.5%

$60K-$75K

6.1%

$75K-$100K

10.3%

$100K-$125K

10.0%

$125K-$150K

9.1%

$150K-$200K

17.8%

$200K+

30.1%

Employment

4.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%

73.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.7%

Renter 43.3%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.4x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,854/mo 24.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.9%

18-34

20.2%

35-54

29.9%

55-74

21.6%

75+

5.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 70 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Aliso Viejo Rankings in California

#184 Population of 1,570

#221 Median Income of 1,375

#229 Education of 1,570

#308 Home Value of 1,376

Explore California Rankings

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Other Cities in Orange County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Anaheim	344,521	$95,227	12.4%	$831,200
Santa Ana	312,534	$93,999	10.8%	$713,000
Irvine	311,690	$136,719	10.8%	$1,191,500
Huntington Beach	195,240	$120,919	7.8%	$1,100,000
Garden Grove	170,964	$92,174	12.3%	$814,100
Fullerton	140,968	$104,286	12.3%	$902,600
Orange	138,266	$117,113	9.5%	$945,800
Costa Mesa	110,330	$111,505	9.1%	$1,115,100
Mission Viejo	92,151	$136,123	5.6%	$1,009,600
Westminster	89,860	$85,541	14.4%	$858,300

Cities Similar to Aliso Viejo

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Poway	48,713	$148,359	$1,034,800	54.2%	5.6%
El Dorado Hills	51,026	$165,349	$909,500	59.9%	3.5%
Cypress	49,498	$130,215	$913,900	50.7%	6.6%
Cerritos	47,867	$135,439	$935,300	58.0%	5.3%
Brea	47,469	$131,129	$922,300	52.2%	6.6%

Population Overview

Aliso Viejo is a mid-sized community located in California, within Orange County. The total population is 51,113. It ranks as the 184th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Aliso Viejo is 39.2 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Aliso Viejo is $142,439. This is 44% higher than the state median of $99,122. It is also 76% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 57% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $917,900. Housing costs are 25% higher than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.4x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 56.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Aliso Viejo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (54.6% vs 33.8%). The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (19.2%) is well below the state average of 40.2%.

Education

57.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% higher than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.0%. Notably, 21.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Aliso Viejo, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Aliso Viejo, California?

Aliso Viejo, California has a population of 51,113 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Aliso Viejo, CA?

The median household income in Aliso Viejo is $142,439, which is 76% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Aliso Viejo, CA?

The poverty rate in Aliso Viejo is 5.1%. This means approximately 2,586 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Aliso Viejo, California?

Aliso Viejo's population is 54.6% White, 1.9% Black, 19.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 16.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Aliso Viejo, CA?

The median home value in Aliso Viejo is $917,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.4x.

How educated is Aliso Viejo, California?

57.6% of adults (25+) in Aliso Viejo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.