Coto de Caza, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Coto de Caza, California Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coto de Caza, California had a total population of 15,190, the 401st largest community in California, with a median household income of $243,816, which is 146% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.0%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 146% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in California.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.0% — among the lowest in California.
67.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in California.

Coto de Caza Quick Facts

Population 15,190

Median Household Income $243,816

Median Home Value $1,535,600

Poverty Rate 3.0%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 45.7 years

Homeownership Rate 92.6%

Affordability Ratio 6.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 67.1%

High School Graduation Rate 98.8%

Diversity Index 48/100

Population 15,190 401st of 1,570

Median Income $243,816 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.0% 76% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,535,600 top 10%

How Coto de Caza 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	15,363	15,190	-1.1%
Median household income	$232,470	$243,816	+4.9%
Median home value	$1,419,400	$1,535,600	+8.2%

How Coto de Caza Compares

Median Household Income

Coto de Caza

$243,816

$99,122

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Coto de Caza

$1,535,600

$734,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.4%

$25K-$50K 2.1%

$50K-$100K 13.5%

$100K+ 80.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.4%

$10K-$15K

0.6%

$15K-$20K

0.3%

$20K-$25K

1.1%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

1.2%

$35K-$40K

0.2%

$40K-$45K

0.2%

$45K-$50K

0.5%

$50K-$60K

1.5%

$60K-$75K

4.8%

$75K-$100K

7.2%

$100K-$125K

6.7%

$125K-$150K

2.9%

$150K-$200K

8.5%

$200K+

62.0%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%

63.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.6%

Renter 7.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 17.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.7%

18-34

18.4%

35-54

26.4%

55-74

27.4%

75+

6.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 70 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Coto de Caza Rankings in California

#401 Population of 1,570

#42 Median Income of 1,375

#148 Education of 1,570

#118 Home Value of 1,376

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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 Coto de Caza

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Alamo	14,488	$250,000+	$2,000,000+	77.5%	2.1%
Moraga	16,769	$216,193	$1,663,200	81.8%	7.3%
Mill Valley	14,012	$206,212	$2,000,000+	75.8%	5.9%
Palos Verdes Estates	12,925	$242,014	$2,000,000+	79.6%	2.9%
Tamalpais-Homestead Valley	12,085	$243,227	$1,863,900	79.8%	3.3%

Population Overview

Coto de Caza is a small city located in California, within Orange County. The total population is 15,190. It ranks as the 401st most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Coto de Caza is 45.7 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Coto de Caza is $243,816. This is 146% higher than the state median of $99,122. It is also 202% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.0%. This is 75% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $1,535,600. Housing costs are 109% higher than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.3x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 92.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 66% higher than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Coto de Caza is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (70.0% vs 33.8%). The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (14.0%) is well below the state average of 40.2%.

Education

67.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Coto de Caza in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 81% 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 98.8%. Notably, 30.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Coto de Caza, 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 Coto de Caza, California?

Coto de Caza, California has a population of 15,190 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Coto de Caza, CA?

The median household income in Coto de Caza is $243,816, which is 202% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Coto de Caza, CA?

The poverty rate in Coto de Caza is 3.0%. This means approximately 450 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Coto de Caza, California?

Coto de Caza's population is 70.0% White, 1.2% Black, 14.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Coto de Caza, CA?

The median home value in Coto de Caza is $1,535,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.3x.

How educated is Coto de Caza, California?

67.1% of adults (25+) in Coto de Caza hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 30.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.