Costa Mesa
Eastside bungalows, South Coast Plaza, and the county's arts campus. Creative stock minutes from the beach.
← ORANGE COUNTY INLAND CITIESWho lives in Costa Mesa
POPULATION BY AGE GROUP
EDUCATION LEVEL
- No High School Diploma 0%
- High School Diploma 0%
- Some College / Associate 0%
- Bachelor's Degree 0%
- Graduate Degree 0%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year 2023
Median sale: data from Redfin, May 2026 (all residential).
Schools in Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa's 27 public campuses at a glance, the largest 12 mapped below.
| School | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Elementary | Elementary | K–6 | 0 |
| College Park Elementary | Elementary | K–6 | 0 |
| Heinz Kaiser Elementary | Elementary | 3–6 | 0 |
| Killybrooke Elementary | Elementary | K–6 | 0 |
| Maude B. Davis Elementary | Elementary | K–6 | 0 |
| Sonora Elementary | Elementary | K–6 | 0 |
| Whittier Elementary | Elementary | K–6 | 0 |
| Woodland Elementary | Elementary | K–2 | 0 |
| Costa Mesa High | High | 7–12 | 0 |
| Estancia High | High | 9–12 | 0 |
| Charles W. Tewinkle Middle | Middle | 7–8 | 0 |
| ACCESS County Community | Other | K–12 | 0 |
NCES Common Core of Data, 2022–23 · The 12 largest of 27 public schools.
Points of interest in Costa Mesa
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Portola Coffee Roasters, Taco María, and Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee.
| Name | Category | Distance | Reviews | Ratings by yelp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Portola Coffee Roasters↗ | Dining | 2.3 miles | 1,973 reviews | 4/5 |
 Taco María↗ | Dining | 28.3 miles | 143 reviews | 4.1/5 |
 Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee↗ | Dining | 2.1 miles | 5,188 reviews | 4.4/5 |
 South Coast Plaza↗ | Shopping | 2.2 miles | 1,772 reviews | 4.2/5 |
 The LAB Anti-Mall↗ | Shopping | 1.6 miles | 461 reviews | 3.8/5 |
 The OC Mix↗ | Shopping | 2.3 miles | 267 reviews | 4.2/5 |
 Segerstrom Center for the Arts↗ | Active | 2.5 miles | 967 reviews | 4/5 |
 Fairview Park↗ | Active | 1.7 miles | 113 reviews | 4.5/5 |
 The Wayfarer↗ | Nightlife | 2 miles | 324 reviews | 3.9/5 |
Ratings and review counts from Yelp, updated 2026-08-01. Distances are from the center of Costa Mesa.
Buying in Costa Mesa, answered
What is the median household income in Costa Mesa?
The median household income is $110,073 and the median age is 36.5, per the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year 2023).
What schools serve Costa Mesa?
Public schools in the area include California Elementary, College Park Elementary, and Heinz Kaiser Elementary (NCES data). Attendance boundaries vary by address, verify with the district or ask Valerie.
What loan programs can I use to buy a home in Costa Mesa?
Conventional, FHA, VA, jumbo, bank-statement (self-employed), and DSCR investor loans all apply in Costa Mesa. Valerie Sala shops 200+ lenders as a dual-licensed Realtor + Loan Officer (NMLS #383851).
Does Valerie Sala work in Costa Mesa?
Yes, Costa Mesa is part of her Orange County Inland Cities coverage. She handles the offer and the financing as one dual-licensed point of contact (DRE #02006466 · NMLS #383851). Call (714) 717-0200.