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Dana Point

Also known as the "dolphin and whale watching capital of the world."
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Welcome to Dana Point

The Most Romantic Spot in California

Located in southern Orange County, Dana Point, formerly Capistrano Bay, is named after Richard Henry Dana Jr. It was Dana who described this beach town as the "Most Romantic Spot in California." It became a very popular beach community among surfers in the 1950s. Dana Point is also known as the "dolphin and whale watching capital of the world."
 
Dana Point is a very desirable residential community as well as a luxurious resort destination with about seven miles of beach, rolling coastal hills, and prominent bluffs. Beautiful beaches, superb restaurants, and plenty of shopping as well as walking trails, surfing, beach activities, and boat charters, make this romantic coastal community very enjoyable and desirable for residents and visitors. Surf publications such as the Surfer's Journal and Surfer Magazine were formed and headquartered in Dana Point, and the famous film "Endless Summer" was produced by Bruce Brown in Dana Point.
 
Some of the attractions in Dana Point include the Dana Point Harbor, Capistrano Beach, Monarch Beach, The Festival of Whales, The Dana Point Symphony, Surfing, Golfing, Dolphin and Whale watching, and the Lantern District.

Overview for Dana Point, CA

32,883 people live in Dana Point, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $78,103. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,883

Total Population

48 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$78,103

Average individual Income

Around Dana Point, CA

There's plenty to do around Dana Point, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

77
Very Walkable
Walking Score
45
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
32
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Off The Cart OC, Freenote Cloth Showroom, and Work Laugh Sweat Pilates.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.87 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 2.54 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.52 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.39 miles 18 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.58 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.01 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Dana Point, CA

Dana Point has 13,952 households, with an average household size of 2.34. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Dana Point do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,883 people call Dana Point home. The population density is 5,068.22 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,883

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48

Median Age

48.78 / 51.22%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
13,952

Total Households

2.34

Average Household Size

$78,103

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Dana Point, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Dana Point. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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