Huntington Beach, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Huntington Beach based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
196,010
2023 ACS
Median Income
$119,885
2023
Median Home Value
$1,047,300
2023
Median Rent
$2,424
2023
Median Age
43.4
Unemployment
5.4%
Cost of Living Index
225.4
100 = national avg
Huntington Beach is a city in Orange County, California, with a population of 196,010 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Huntington Beach is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Huntington Beach is $119,885, and the median home value is $1,047,300. The cost of living index is 225.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,424 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, and the median age is 43.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
196,010
Male
97,442
49.7%
Female
98,568
50.3%
Median Age
43.4
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
35.1%
High School or Higher
47.1%
Foreign Born
16.4%
Veterans
4.3%
Married
42.6%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.509
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
64.3%
Foreign Born
16.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
19.4%
38,085 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
80.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
186,806
English Only
76.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
17,345 speakers
Limited English
7.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
92.6%
Limited English Proficiency
7.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
8,455
4.3% of population
Disability Rate
21.2%
1,794 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$64,280
Unemployment Rate
3.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
7,726
91.4%
Female Veterans
729
8.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$64,280
Non-Veteran Income
$54,571
Difference
$9,709
17.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,794
Without Disability
6,661
Disability Rate
21.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
127,718
#1 Ancestry
English
11.5% (22,505)
#2 Ancestry
German
11.0% (21,496)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.4% (20,301)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
77,549
Family Households
50,176
64.7%
Married Couples
37,718
48.6%
Non-Family Households
27,373
35.3%
Single Mother Households
8,139
10.5%
Single Father Households
4,319
5.6%
Living Alone
20,153
26.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
31,877
In Married Couple
24,643
77.3%
With Single Mother
4,899
15.4%
With Single Father
2,335
7.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$139,474
Married Couple Income
$160,526
Single Mother Income
$81,976
Single Father Income
$106,475
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,037
Grandparents Responsible
434
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$119,885
+64% vs national
Per Capita Income
$62,450
+68% vs national
Poverty Rate
7.5%
-45% vs national
Gini Index
0.4363
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.4%
+4% vs national
SNAP Recipients
5.7%
of households
How Huntington Beach Compares
Huntington Beach vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Huntington Beach is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Huntington Beach, CA has a median household income of $119,885, making it the 2,761st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher median household income than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Huntington Beach, CA has a per capita income of $62,450, making it the 2,318th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher per capita income than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Huntington Beach, CA has a poverty rate of 7.5%, making it the 20,160th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher poverty rate than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Huntington Beach, CA has a unemployment rate of 5.4%, making it the 10,563rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher unemployment rate than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Huntington Beach. The median household income here is $119,885.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
-29% vs CA avg
Labor Force
109,588
Employed
103,547
Mean Commute
23 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
35.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
47.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
43.4
Work from Home
19.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$133.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
225.4
100 = national avg
+125.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,177
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$234,418
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,236
per month
The median household income in Huntington Beach, CA is $119,885, which is 63.7% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $62,450. The poverty rate of 7.5% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4363, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 109,588. 35.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 23 minutes, with 19.4% working from home. About 70.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 225.4, which is 125.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 358.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,177 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$1,215,950
Median List Price
$1,368,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$775
Days on Market
54
Active Inventory
249
Months of Supply
2.3
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$1,304,494
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$3,051
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
36.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
44.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
108
New Listings
149
Pending Sales
108
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$775
Median List $/SF
$786
Huntington Beach vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Huntington Beach is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Huntington Beach, CA has a median home value of $1,047,300, making it the 553rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher median home value than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Huntington Beach, CA has a median rent of $2,424, making it the 728th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher median rent than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Huntington Beach, CA has a price per square foot of $775, making it the 384th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher price per square foot than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Huntington Beach, CA has a rent burden of 24.3%, making it the 4,007th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Huntington Beach has a higher rent burden than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$1,047,300
Median Rent
$2,424
Total Housing Units
81,812
Vacancy Rate
5.2%
Owner Occupied
55.8%
Renter Occupied
44.2%
Median Property Tax
$6,097
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,468
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$6,097
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
of home value
Median Home Value
$1,047,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$6,881
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($6,097) by the median home value ($1,047,300). In Huntington Beach, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.58%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Huntington Beach, CA is $1,215,950 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 54 days on the market. 36.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $775. Zillow's observed rent index is $3,051/month. About 55.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 81,812 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $6,097. The effective tax rate is 0.58%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.07
per 1,000 residents
-20% vs national
Property Crime Rate
19.89
per 1,000 residents
+16% vs national
Total Crimes
4,175
2024
Violent Clearance
42%
cases solved
Property Clearance
13%
cases solved
YoY Change
-4.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Huntington Beach Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Huntington Beach vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Huntington Beach is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Huntington Beach police solve 60% of murder cases but only 12% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 5 | 0.03 | 60.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 66 | 0.35 | 27.3% |
| Robbery | Violent | 97 | 0.51 | 39.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 226 | 1.19 | 47.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 382 | 2.01 | 13.6% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 3,125 | 16.44 | 12.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 274 | 1.44 | 16.1% |
Huntington Beach, CA reported 394 violent crimes and 3,781 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.07 per 1,000 residents is 20.3% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 42% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 3,125 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 15.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 394 | 3,781 | 2.07 | 19.89 |
| 2023 | 416 | 3,909 | 2.16 | 20.33 |
| 2022 | 494 | 4,364 | 2.54 | 22.42 |
| 2020 | 493 | 3,928 | 2.46 | 19.63 |
| 2019 | 386 | 4,144 | 1.91 | 20.53 |
| 2018 | 429 | 3,993 | 2.11 | 19.63 |
| 2017 | 461 | 4,285 | 2.28 | 21.19 |
| 2016 | 362 | 4,527 | 1.77 | 22.18 |
| 2015 | 420 | 4,942 | 2.07 | 24.32 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.8
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
24.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
16.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
41
Public Assistance
$285.0M
Individual Assistance
$12.6M
Most Common Type
Fire
19 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Coastal Fire → | Fire | May 2022 | — | — |
| Bond Fire → | Fire | Dec 2020 | — | — |
| Blue Ridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Silverado Fire → | Fire | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $213.7M | $12.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Winter Storm | May 2019 | $249K | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2017 | $2.7M | $8K |
| Canyon 2 Fire → | Fire | Oct 2017 | — | — |
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Mar 2017 | $4.1M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Debr… → | Flood | Jan 2011 | $11.8M | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2008 | $2.1M | $300 |
| Freeway Fire Complex → | Fire | Nov 2008 | — | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mud Flows, and Debr… → | Fire | Oct 2007 | $2.6M | $2K |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2007 | — | — |
| Santiago Fire → | Fire | Oct 2007 | — | — |
| 241 Fire → | Fire | Mar 2007 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 47 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,829
Total Claims Paid
$21,065,584
Avg Claim Payout
$5,502
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
118
Federal Funding
$76,315,071
Properties Protected
241
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.43
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 17 | $1,280,999 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 14 | $978,064 |
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 14 | $11,518,084 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 14 | $21,429,301 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 9 | $12,326,209 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Huntington Beach has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, wildfire, landslide. The area has had 41 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (19 declarations). 3,829 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $285,026,432 in public assistance recovery funding. $12,568,886 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 118 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
24.0%
12.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.2%
1.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.4%
4.2pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.9%
Arthritis
21.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
33.2%
Lack of Support
25.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
26.8%
Mobility
12.0%
Cognitive
12.5%
Hearing
5.8%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
3.0%
Independent Living
6.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Huntington Beach has an obesity rate of 24.0%, which is 12.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 6.4% of adults lack health insurance. 74.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.8 mi
Huntington Beach Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Beach Hospital | 1.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Uci Health - Fountain Valley | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Memorialcare Orange Coast Medical Center | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| College Hospital Costa Mesa | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Coastal Communities Hospital | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
202,655
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH | 201,000 | 0 |
| SOUTH MIDWAY CITY MUTUAL WATER CO. | 891 | 0 |
| HIDDEN HOLLOW MHC | 400 | 0 |
| R&K WEIMAN MHP | 279 | 0 |
| LIBERTY PARK WATER ASSOCIATION | 85 | 7 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
1.3M MT
Top Emitter
AES Huntington Beach
1.3M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
AES Huntington Beach Aes Corp | Power Plants | 1,275,616 |
BETA OCS PARCELS Amplify Energy Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 35,125 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 7 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.3M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
23 min
-1% vs national
Drive Alone
70.6%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-47% vs national
Work From Home
19.4%
+108% vs national
Carpool
6.6%
Walk / Bike
2.1%
combined
How Huntington Beach's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
11
2023
6-Year Avg
15
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 16 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
| 2021 | 14 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 3 |
| 2020 | 16 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 3 |
| 2019 | 18 | 19 | 7 | 6 | 2 |
| 2018 | 11 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Huntington Beach, CA is 23 minutes, which is 1.3% below the national average of 23 minutes. 70.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.4% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. 6.6% of workers carpool. 1.5% walk to work. 0.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 11 traffic fatalities from 11 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
95.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
84.8%
of households
No Internet
3.4%
of households
Total Households
77,549
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.2%
of households
Smartphone
94.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
90.1%
of households
Tablet
69.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+87% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+89% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+119% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Huntington Beach vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Population Served
202,655
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH | Community | Purchased surface water | 201,000 | 0 |
| SOUTH MIDWAY CITY MUTUAL WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 891 | 0 |
| HIDDEN HOLLOW MHC | Community | Ground water | 400 | 0 |
| R&K WEIMAN MHP | Community | Ground water | 279 | 0 |
| LIBERTY PARK WATER ASSOCIATION | Community | Ground water | 85 | 7 |
95.2% of households in Huntington Beach have broadband internet access. 84.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.4% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 202,655 people. A total of 7 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Huntington Beach is located in Orange County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Huntington Beach.
Election Overview
Source: Orange County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
691,731
49.7%
GOP Votes
654,815
47.1%
Total Votes
1,390,965
Margin
D+2.7%
Shift from 2020
R+6.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 691,731 | 654,815 | 1,390,965 | 49.7% | 47.1% | D+2.7 |
| 2020 | 814,009 | 676,498 | 1,521,725 | 53.5% | 44.5% | D+9.0 |
| 2016 | 556,544 | 472,669 | 1,092,116 | 51.0% | 43.3% | D+7.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orange County recorded 1,390,965 total votes. Democrats won the county with 49.7% of the vote compared to 47.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+2.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Orange County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
112
Total Assets
$23.0M
Total Income
$23.2M
Per 10K Residents
5.7
nonprofits
-87.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
7
Median Assets
$58K
Oldest Active
1945
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $19.6M of $23.0M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Huntington Beach
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFHuntington Beach, CA has 112 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $23.0M. The most common category is Education, with 12 organizations. 7 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 5.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1945.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,802
Total Approved
$771.4M
Jobs Supported
17,695
Per 10K Residents
91.9
SBA loans
+3.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
162
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
176 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,575
Total Amount
$621.4M
Avg Loan
$394,526
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$465.6M(75%)
Jobs Supported
13,361
Loans
227
Total Amount
$150.0M
Avg Loan
$660,859
Median Loan
$515,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
263
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$172.0M
22% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$653,820
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Global Information Technology Resources Inc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Lindsey Holdings Llc | 4 | $5.4M |
| Naeco Inc. | 2 | $5.2M |
| Surf City Rod & Gun Club Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Olloclip Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Global Information Technology Resources Inc. Dba Global Healthcare It Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Sharma Oil Incorporated | 3 | $4.9M |
| Regan Commercial Llc | 2 | $4.9M |
| Mjc Engineering and Technology Inc | 3 | $4.8M |
| Surf City Adventure Park Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
Huntington Beach, CA has received 1,802 SBA loans totaling $771.4M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,575 loans (87% of the total), supporting 13,361 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 227 loans totaling $150.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Huntington Beach is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 176 loans. That works out to 91.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
41
Total Population
1,432,552
Avg Median Income
-$48,679,136
Avg Home Value
-$47,844,832
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90630 | 49,565 | $124,360 | $866,400 | $2,452 | 6.2 |
| 90680 | 31,949 | $83,150 | $571,300 | $1,953 | 2.5 |
| 90716 | 13,743 | $76,235 | $525,100 | $1,696 | 0.9 |
| 90720 | 24,021 | $134,232 | $1,166,200 | $2,370 | 6.1 |
| 90740 | 24,382 | $82,427 | $488,400 | $2,421 | 11.1 |
| 90742 | 385 | $119,115 | $1,625,000 | $3,004 | 0.2 |
| 90743 | 478 | $166,023 | $2,000,001 | $2,364 | 0.1 |
| 90803 | 31,804 | $111,500 | $1,138,300 | $2,073 | 4.1 |
| 90814 | 20,676 | $98,070 | $898,700 | $1,987 | 1.3 |
| 90815 | 43,461 | $116,567 | $890,500 | $2,263 | 7.0 |
| 90822 | 93 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 90840 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 92606 | 24,499 | $140,790 | $1,046,700 | $2,845 | 3.5 |
| 92614 | 29,617 | $121,276 | $983,100 | $2,773 | 4.4 |
| 92626 | 50,569 | $117,627 | $1,037,700 | $2,520 | 9.7 |
| 92627 | 60,751 | $105,039 | $1,074,900 | $2,299 | 6.4 |
| 92646 | 55,814 | $132,841 | $1,031,700 | $2,570 | 8.1 |
| 92647 | 58,794 | $107,877 | $963,900 | $2,400 | 7.5 |
| 92648 | 45,521 | $118,993 | $1,176,000 | $2,324 | 8.0 |
| 92649 | 35,504 | $121,604 | $1,070,800 | $2,554 | 5.6 |
| 92655 | 8,101 | $64,602 | $723,700 | $1,443 | 0.9 |
| 92660 | 34,788 | $154,035 | $2,000,001 | $3,349 | 9.6 |
| 92661 | 3,095 | $209,620 | $2,000,001 | $2,836 | 0.7 |
| 92662 | 2,285 | $162,045 | $2,000,001 | $2,736 | 0.2 |
| 92663 | 21,584 | $138,271 | $2,000,001 | $2,717 | 3.3 |
| 92683 | 90,140 | $82,703 | $820,000 | $2,101 | 9.7 |
| 92697 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 92701 | 48,272 | $68,697 | $608,300 | $1,650 | 3.2 |
| 92703 | 62,223 | $80,817 | $585,900 | $1,922 | 4.2 |
| 92704 | 80,408 | $94,249 | $641,600 | $2,147 | 7.4 |
| 92706 | 37,191 | $96,424 | $839,100 | $1,890 | 3.5 |
| 92707 | 59,213 | $99,491 | $635,600 | $2,141 | 5.2 |
| 92708 | 56,358 | $111,797 | $1,018,600 | $2,507 | 9.1 |
| 92802 | 43,698 | $83,621 | $721,700 | $1,985 | 4.5 |
| 92804 | 83,435 | $74,588 | $729,700 | $1,990 | 7.1 |
| 92840 | 54,475 | $96,555 | $746,900 | $1,955 | 5.2 |
| 92841 | 33,514 | $81,975 | $766,400 | $1,983 | 4.6 |
| 92843 | 46,553 | $82,009 | $665,900 | $1,878 | 4.0 |
| 92844 | 22,719 | $73,590 | $706,900 | $1,989 | 2.1 |
| 92845 | 15,484 | $133,564 | $882,600 | $2,531 | 2.2 |
| 92868 | 27,390 | $89,050 | $714,300 | $2,356 | 3.4 |
Huntington Beach, CA has 41 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,432,552. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$48,679,136. The average median home value is -$47,844,832. The average median monthly rent is -$48,778,366.
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