Santa Ana, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Santa Ana based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
311,639
2023 ACS
Median Income
$88,354
2023
Median Home Value
$657,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,975
2023
Median Age
34.3
Unemployment
5.2%
Avg Temperature
63°F
Cost of Living Index
172.5
100 = national avg
Santa Ana is a city in Orange County, California, with a population of 311,639 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Santa Ana is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Santa Ana is $88,354, and the median home value is $657,800. The cost of living index is 172.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,975 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, and the median age is 34.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
311,639
Male
160,012
51.3%
Female
151,627
48.7%
Median Age
34.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
11.8%
High School or Higher
28.8%
Foreign Born
41.0%
Veterans
1.4%
Married
36.7%
Avg Household Size
3.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.083
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Other
48.7%
Foreign Born
41.0%
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
77.3%
240,772 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
22.7%
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+)
294,525
English Only
22.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
197,589 speakers
Limited English
33.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
66.7%
Limited English Proficiency
33.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
4,519
1.5% of population
Disability Rate
19.6%
886 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$48,386
Unemployment Rate
8.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,068
90.0%
Female Veterans
451
10.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$48,386
Non-Veteran Income
$33,357
Difference
$15,029
45.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
886
Without Disability
3,633
Disability Rate
19.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
38,631
#1 Ancestry
American
3.7% (11,512)
#2 Ancestry
German
1.8% (5,555)
#3 Ancestry
English
1.5% (4,766)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
79,691
Family Households
63,953
80.3%
Married Couples
43,348
54.4%
Non-Family Households
15,738
19.7%
Single Mother Households
13,818
17.3%
Single Father Households
6,787
8.5%
Living Alone
10,996
13.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
54,366
In Married Couple
39,367
72.4%
With Single Mother
11,511
21.2%
With Single Father
3,488
6.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$89,271
Married Couple Income
$101,491
Single Mother Income
$62,952
Single Father Income
$78,445
Avg Family Size
3.9
Avg Non-Family Size
3.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
13,767
Grandparents Responsible
1,765
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$88,354
+21% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,859
-22% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.1%
-18% vs national
Gini Index
0.4072
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.2%
-1% vs national
SNAP Recipients
11.3%
of households
How Santa Ana Compares
Santa Ana vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Santa Ana is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Santa Ana, CA has a median household income of $88,354, making it the 6,847th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher median household income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Santa Ana, CA has a per capita income of $28,859, making it the 18,518th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher per capita income than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Santa Ana, CA has a poverty rate of 11.1%, making it the 15,351st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher poverty rate than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Santa Ana, CA has a unemployment rate of 5.2%, making it the 11,161st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher unemployment rate than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Santa Ana. The median household income here is $88,354.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
-32% vs CA avg
Labor Force
164,804
Employed
156,195
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
11.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
28.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.3
Work from Home
8.7%
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
172.5
100 = national avg
+72.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,882
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$179,358
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 Santa Ana, CA is $88,354, which is 20.7% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,859. The poverty rate of 11.1% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4072, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 164,804. 11.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 70.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 172.5, which is 72.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 253.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,882 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$847,500
Median List Price
$790,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$571
Days on Market
73
Active Inventory
205
Months of Supply
3.4
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$838,852
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,762
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
31.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
38.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
60
New Listings
101
Pending Sales
62
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$571
Median List $/SF
$588
Santa Ana vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Santa Ana is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Santa Ana, CA has a median home value of $657,800, making it the 1,701st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher median home value than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Santa Ana, CA has a median rent of $1,975, making it the 1,721st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher median rent than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Santa Ana, CA has a price per square foot of $571, making it the 855th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher price per square foot than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Santa Ana, CA has a rent burden of 26.8%, making it the 2,387th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Santa Ana has a higher rent burden than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$657,800
Median Rent
$1,975
Total Housing Units
82,352
Vacancy Rate
3.2%
Owner Occupied
44.6%
Renter Occupied
55.4%
Median Property Tax
$3,894
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,944
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,894
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
of home value
Median Home Value
$657,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,177
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,894) by the median home value ($657,800). In Santa Ana, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.59%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Santa Ana, CA is $847,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 73 days on the market. 31.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $571. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,762/month. About 44.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1968. There are 82,352 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,894. The effective tax rate is 0.59%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.93
per 1,000 residents
+90% vs national
Property Crime Rate
17.02
per 1,000 residents
-1% vs national
Total Crimes
6,813
2024
Violent Clearance
38%
cases solved
Property Clearance
6%
cases solved
YoY Change
-11.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Santa Ana Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Santa Ana vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Santa Ana 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)Santa Ana police solve 60% of murder cases but only 6% 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 | 15 | 0.05 | 60.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 163 | 0.53 | 36.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 329 | 1.06 | 22.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,023 | 3.30 | 42.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 700 | 2.26 | 10.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 3,601 | 11.60 | 5.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 981 | 3.16 | 6.9% |
Santa Ana, CA reported 1,531 violent crimes and 5,282 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.93 per 1,000 residents is 89.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 38% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 3,601 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 25.6% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,531 | 5,282 | 4.93 | 17.02 |
| 2023 | 1,711 | 6,134 | 5.57 | 19.96 |
| 2022 | 1,207 | 5,293 | 3.91 | 17.13 |
| 2020 | 1,429 | 6,926 | 4.29 | 20.79 |
| 2019 | 1,453 | 6,808 | 4.35 | 20.40 |
| 2018 | 1,572 | 6,390 | 4.69 | 19.05 |
| 2017 | 1,640 | 7,017 | 4.89 | 20.90 |
| 2016 | 1,612 | 6,980 | 4.78 | 20.69 |
| 2015 | 1,626 | 7,270 | 4.82 | 21.55 |
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
$16.1M
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 | $15.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Winter Storm | May 2019 | $249K | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2017 | $2.7M | $53K |
| 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 | $288 |
| 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 48 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.
Santa Ana 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. $16,072,684 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
29.0%
7.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.0%
4.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.0%
1.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
20.7%
10.1pp above 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
34.1%
Arthritis
15.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.5%
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
18.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.0%
Loneliness
39.1%
Lack of Support
33.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.5%
Mobility
15.4%
Cognitive
18.5%
Hearing
5.5%
Vision
8.1%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
9.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Santa Ana has an obesity rate of 29.0%, which is 7.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.0%, 4.5pp below the national average. About 20.7% of adults lack health insurance. 68.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.7 mi
Coastal Communities Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Communities Hospital | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Foothill Regional Medical Center | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Providence St. Joseph Hospital | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Uci Health-Orange | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Children'S Hospital Of Orange County | 3.0 mi | Childrens | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
63°F
Sunny Days
314
per year
Annual Rainfall
14.0"
UV Index
6.0
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in Santa Ana. Click a month or press play.
55°F
47° / 64°
Jan
High
64°F
Low
47°F
Wind
4 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
113°F
Record Low
32°F
Avg High
71°F
Avg Low
55°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 64°F | 47°F | 2.95" | — | 74% | 4.2 mph |
| Feb | 64°F | 48°F | 3.55" | — | 75% | 4.4 mph |
| Mar | 65°F | 50°F | 2.13" | — | 76% | 4.6 mph |
| Apr | 68°F | 53°F | 0.88" | — | 72% | 5.0 mph |
| May | 70°F | 56°F | 0.35" | — | 73% | 5.1 mph |
| Jun | 74°F | 59°F | 0.08" | — | 73% | 4.7 mph |
| Jul | 79°F | 63°F | 0.06" | — | 73% | 4.4 mph |
| Aug | 81°F | 65°F | 0.03" | — | 73% | 4.1 mph |
| Sep | 80°F | 64°F | 0.17" | — | 73% | 4.0 mph |
| Oct | 75°F | 59°F | 0.68" | — | 71% | 4.0 mph |
| Nov | 70°F | 52°F | 0.91" | — | 70% | 4.0 mph |
| Dec | 64°F | 47°F | 2.18" | — | 72% | 4.2 mph |
Santa Ana has an average annual temperature of 63°F. The area enjoys approximately 314 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 14.0 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
310,739
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA ANA | 310,539 | 0 |
| NEW VISION MHP | 200 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
30.4K MT
Top Emitter
County of Orange - CUF
30.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
County of Orange - CUF County Of Orange California | Other | 30,431 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 30.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
70.8%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
3.0%
+232% vs national
Work From Home
8.7%
-7% vs national
Carpool
13.7%
Walk / Bike
1.9%
combined
How Santa Ana's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
24
2023
6-Year Avg
23
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
15
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
17
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 23 | 24 | 0 | 15 | 1 |
| 2022 | 22 | 23 | 0 | 12 | 4 |
| 2021 | 27 | 27 | 0 | 14 | 3 |
| 2020 | 25 | 25 | 6 | 11 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 22 | 6 | 7 | 2 |
| 2018 | 16 | 17 | 4 | 8 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Santa Ana, CA covers travel times and transportation modes. 70.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.7% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 3.0% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 13.7% of workers carpool. 1.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 24 traffic fatalities from 23 fatal crashes. 15 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
74.4%
of households
No Internet
8.4%
of households
Total Households
79,691
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.2%
of households
Smartphone
93.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
76.9%
of households
Tablet
65.3%
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
+77% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+73% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+87% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+16% vs 250,000 - 500,000 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).
Santa Ana vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). 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
2
Population Served
310,739
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA ANA | Community | Purchased surface water | 310,539 | 0 |
| NEW VISION MHP | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
89.9% of households in Santa Ana have broadband internet access. 74.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.4% of households have no internet access. 11.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 310,739 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Santa Ana is located in Orange County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Santa Ana.
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
953
Total Assets
$2.1B
Total Income
$2.3B
Per 10K Residents
30.6
nonprofits
-54.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
152
Median Assets
$431K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $815.0M of $2.1B 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 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Santa Ana
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSanta Ana, CA has 953 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.1B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 203 organizations. 152 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 30.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2,821
Total Approved
$1.5B
Jobs Supported
36,576
Per 10K Residents
90.5
SBA loans
+10.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
209
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
333 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2,263
Total Amount
$1.0B
Avg Loan
$459,792
Median Loan
$235,000
SBA Guaranteed
$779.7M(75%)
Jobs Supported
24,999
Loans
558
Total Amount
$414.0M
Avg Loan
$741,978
Median Loan
$535,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
376
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$332.2M
23% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$883,524
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chr Inc. | 2 | $9.7M |
| Skytower Aviation Services Inc. | 6 | $6.6M |
| Waterline Technologies Inc. | 3 | $6.0M |
| Ava Enterprises Llc | 2 | $5.6M |
| Edinger Buildings, Llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Garrison Manufacturing | 2 | $5.1M |
| Omniprint Inc. | 4 | $5.1M |
| Speedie Clean Car Washes Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Mcguff Company Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Bowers 2800 Associates Llc. | 2 | $5.0M |
Santa Ana, CA has received 2,821 SBA loans totaling $1.5B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 2,263 loans (80% of the total), supporting 24,999 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 558 loans totaling $414.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Santa Ana is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 333 loans. That works out to 90.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
51
Total Population
2,035,152
Avg Median Income
-$12,960,764
Avg Home Value
-$12,101,897
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90680 | 31,949 | $83,150 | $571,300 | $1,953 | 2.5 |
| 92602 | 27,358 | $150,406 | $1,323,200 | $2,895 | 15.1 |
| 92603 | 19,264 | $192,083 | $1,718,800 | $3,435 | 10.0 |
| 92604 | 27,750 | $128,092 | $993,900 | $2,728 | 3.4 |
| 92606 | 24,499 | $140,790 | $1,046,700 | $2,845 | 3.5 |
| 92612 | 33,706 | $95,938 | $938,900 | $2,803 | 6.4 |
| 92614 | 29,617 | $121,276 | $983,100 | $2,773 | 4.4 |
| 92617 | 22,172 | $80,167 | $666,500 | $1,505 | 2.2 |
| 92618 | 62,296 | $135,609 | $1,153,400 | $3,053 | 20.7 |
| 92620 | 61,744 | $144,572 | $1,204,100 | $3,125 | 5.9 |
| 92625 | 12,328 | $197,628 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 2.6 |
| 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 |
| 92655 | 8,101 | $64,602 | $723,700 | $1,443 | 0.9 |
| 92660 | 34,788 | $154,035 | $2,000,001 | $3,349 | 9.6 |
| 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 |
| 92705 | 48,680 | $125,928 | $1,135,600 | $2,250 | 11.8 |
| 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 |
| 92780 | 54,495 | $98,647 | $832,200 | $2,211 | 6.3 |
| 92782 | 29,947 | $143,433 | $1,028,900 | $2,778 | 5.2 |
| 92801 | 61,218 | $78,477 | $632,600 | $1,977 | 6.3 |
| 92802 | 43,698 | $83,621 | $721,700 | $1,985 | 4.5 |
| 92804 | 83,435 | $74,588 | $729,700 | $1,990 | 7.1 |
| 92805 | 74,336 | $85,623 | $667,400 | $2,045 | 6.2 |
| 92806 | 40,528 | $95,112 | $791,200 | $2,234 | 7.7 |
| 92807 | 37,270 | $136,089 | $918,000 | $2,959 | 10.9 |
| 92831 | 35,831 | $89,451 | $821,300 | $2,093 | 6.0 |
| 92832 | 26,364 | $92,588 | $773,100 | $2,027 | 2.9 |
| 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 |
| 92861 | 5,776 | $204,750 | $1,686,200 | N/A | 2.1 |
| 92865 | 20,897 | $130,258 | $842,700 | $2,343 | 3.8 |
| 92866 | 14,776 | $83,776 | $892,200 | $1,955 | 1.9 |
| 92867 | 44,003 | $125,799 | $951,000 | $2,209 | 12.0 |
| 92868 | 27,390 | $89,050 | $714,300 | $2,356 | 3.4 |
| 92869 | 36,684 | $147,047 | $935,200 | $2,335 | 13.5 |
| 92870 | 52,384 | $110,575 | $871,000 | $2,267 | 6.7 |
Santa Ana, CA has 51 ZIP codes with a combined population of 2,035,152. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$12,960,764. The average median home value is -$12,101,897. The average median monthly rent is -$26,141,523.
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