Dana Point, California

Dana Point: City in California, US

About

Dana Point is a city located in the county of Orange in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 33,351. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 33,436 inhabitants.

The city was created 35 years ago in 1988.

Dana Point is located in southern Orange County, California. It was named after author Richard Henry Dana, who wrote about the area in his 1840s book Two Years Before the Mast. Dana Point was formally established in 1989 when it incorporated as its own city, separating from San Juan Capistrano.

Harbor

Dana Point Harbor is a major landmark that was first constructed in the 1960s. It contains over 2,500 boat slips and is a popular recreation area. The harbor features shopping, dining, fishing, whale watching tours, and boat charters.

Geography

Dana Point is situated on a high coastal bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It spans around 7 miles of coastline. Dana Point Headlands Conservation Area protects the natural habitat and walking trails along the shore.

Tourism

Tourism is a major part of Dana Point's economy. Popular activities include surfing, swimming, camping, hiking, and visiting Dana Point Harbor. The city's mild climate, beaches and harbor attract over 2 million visitors per year.

Demographics

Dana Point has around 34,000 residents. Over 85% of residents are white and the median age is 44 years old. The median household income is $88,673, higher than the national median. The population increases significantly during summer beach months.

Real Estate

Dana Point is known for its exclusive gated communities along the shoreline. The average home price is $1.1 million. High-end neighborhoods like Capistrano Beach and Monarch Beach have multi-million dollar homes with ocean views. The city has very low vacancy rates year-round.

Dana Point locator map
Location of Dana Point on California map.

Quick Facts about Dana Point

Population : 33,436 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : California (United States)
County : Orange County
Postal code : 92624, 92629
Phone Area Codes : 949
Water as percent of area : 77.96%
Land as percent of area : 22.04%
Altitude : 144 feet / 44 meters
Establishment : January 01, 1989 (35 years ago)
Time Zone : America/Los_Angeles
Local time : 13:41:16 (28th March 2024)
Population growth : 0.25% (2010-2020)
Dana Point a city in southern Orange County CA Photo D Ramey Logan image
Dana Point a city in southern Orange County CA Photo D Ramey Logan
Dana Point a city in southern Orange County CA Photo D Ramey Logan image

Geography

Dana Point is located at 33°28'1"N 117°41'53"W (33.4669700, -117.6981100).

Dana Point map

Demographics

The population of Dana Point increased by 0.25% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 33,351 - census
2011 33,634 0.84% estimation process
2012 33,830 0.58% estimation process
2013 33,962 0.39% estimation process
2014 33,927 -0.1% estimation process
2015 33,968 0.12% estimation process
2016 33,931 -0.11% estimation process
2017 33,768 -0.48% estimation process
2018 33,629 -0.41% estimation process
2019 33,577 -0.15% estimation process
2020 33,436 -0.42% estimation process

Dana Point zip code is 92629. County name: Orange, County fips: 06059

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People born in Dana Point (5)

People born in Dana Point, including actress Melinda Clarke, cyclist Steve Hegg, swimmer Katie McLaughlin, .

List

  • Ryan Meehan (American volleyball player) he was born in 24/06/1989
  • Colin Schooler (American-football player) he was born in 05/03/1999

Schools in Dana Point

College & universities near Dana Point, CA

Code Name City ZIP
122205 Saddleback College Mission Viejo (CA) 92692-3635
399911 Soka University of America Aliso Viejo (CA) 92656-8081
117168 Laguna College of Art and Design Laguna Beach (CA) 92651
262086 Brandman University Irvine (CA) 92618
112075 Concordia University-Irvine Irvine (CA) 92612-3203

Stations (41)

Amtrak & bus stations near Dana Point, CA

Code Name Address Type
SNC San Juan Capistrano 26701 Verdugo Street RAIL
SNP San Clemente Pier station Avenida del Mar and Avenida Victoria RAIL
IRV Irvine Transportation Center 15215 Barranca Parkway RAIL
SNA Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center 1000 East Santa Ana Boulevard RAIL
ANA Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center 2150 East Katella Avenue RAIL

Post offices near Dana Point

Post Office Name City ZIP
Dana Poin Post Office Dana Point (CA) 92629
Capistrano Beach Post Office Capistrano Beach (CA) 92624
San Juan Plaza Post Office San Juan Capistrano (CA) 92693
South Laguna Post Office Laguna Beach (CA) 92652
Laguna Beach Post Office Laguna Niguel (CA) 92607

Other cities in Orange County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Orange County , CA. (more)

City Name Population Title
Anaheim 353,676 The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.
Santa Ana 331,301 The most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Santa Ana metropolitan area.
Irvine 283,700 A city located in Orange County, California.
Huntington Beach 198,246 The most populous city in Orange County, California.
Garden Grove 171,366 The fourth most populous city in Orange County, California.
Fullerton 139,921 The eighth most populous city in Orange County, California.
Orange 138,192 The sixth most populous city in California.
Costa Mesa 112,366 The most populous city in Orange County, California.
Mission Viejo 94,242 A city in Orange County, California.
Westminster 89,740 A city in Orange County, California.
Newport Beach 86,834 A city in Orange County, California.
Lake Forest 85,329 A city in Orange County, California.
Buena Park 81,269 A city in Orange County, California.
Tustin 79,815 A city in Orange County, California.
Yorba Linda 68,027 A city in Orange County, California.
Laguna Niguel 64,569 The most populous city in Orange County, California.

Distance to Other Cities

Dana Point distances to largest California cities