Incorporated in 1953, Costa Mesa is a vibrant and creative city known for its performing arts, boutique shopping, and world-renowned South Coast Plaza. Housing here is eclectic, ranging from older single-family homes and duplexes to new live/work communities and stylish townhomes. The city continues to grow with developments like The Orwell - a modern project tailored for small business owners and creatives. Costa Mesa’s lifestyle is dynamic and artsy, with residents enjoying everything from indie theater performances and art walks to food festivals and outdoor concerts. Its proximity to the beach and strong local culture make it a magnet for trendsetters and entrepreneurs.
112,148 people live in Costa Mesa, where the median age is 36 and the average individual income is $47,636. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Costa Mesa, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tacos 48, Sweet Surrender - Specialty Desserts and Pastries, and Fusion's Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs.
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| Dining | 3.2 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.23 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.37 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.14 miles | 24 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.35 miles | 21 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.22 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.62 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.76 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.23 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.87 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.67 miles | 22 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.38 miles | 18 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.93 miles | 36 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.49 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.92 miles | 31 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Costa Mesa has 41,243 households, with an average household size of 2.68. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Costa Mesa do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 112,148 people call Costa Mesa home. The population density is 7,095.19 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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