Orange County, county in California, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 3,166,857 inhabitants. The county was created 135 years ago in 1889. Its county seat is Santa Ana.
There are 41 city/town in Orange County, CA. The largest city of Orange County is Anaheim with a population of 353,676. Other cities include, Santa Ana population 331,301, Irvine population 283,700, Huntington Beach population 198,246, Garden Grove population 171,366
Anaheim, The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.
Bordered by Los Angeles County to the north and San Diego County to the south, Orange County is a metro area known for its pristine beaches, idyllic suburban communities, and exciting theme parks. Some of the most prominent cities in Orange County include Anaheim, home of Disneyland Resort, as well as Santa Ana, the county seat and most populous city.
Coastal cities like Huntington Beach, dubbed "Surf City USA," Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point are revered for their beautiful shorelines, harbors, and artistic communities. Inland, Irvine and Orange cater more to families and professionals, with their sprawling parks and burgeoning job centers.
For dining, shopping, and arts, head to hipster haven Costa Mesa or historic Old Towne Orange. Other great O.C. cities include Buena Park, home of Knott's Berry Farm, upscale Mission Viejo, and Fullerton, with its top-ranked university.
With an enviable climate, kid-friendly attractions, and charming neighborhoods, Orange County's diverse cities offer the best of Southern California living. Whether you're looking for an action-packed vacation or a laidback lifestyle, you'll find the perfect O.C. city to call home.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Orange County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Aliso Viejo | A city in Orange County, California. | 50,412 |
Anaheim | The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area. | 353,676 |
Brea | A city in Orange County, California. | 44,484 |
Buena Park | A city in Orange County, California. | 81,269 |
Costa Mesa | The most populous city in Orange County, California. | 112,366 |
Coto De Caza | Census-designated place in Orange County, California | 14,866 |
Cypress | A city in Orange County, California. | 48,982 |
Dana Point | City in California, US | 33,436 |
Foothill Ranch | City in California, United States of America | 11,698 |
Fountain Valley | A city in Orange County, California. | 55,405 |
Fullerton | The eighth most populous city in Orange County, California. | 139,921 |
Garden Grove | The fourth most populous city in Orange County, California. | 171,366 |
Huntington Beach | The most populous city in Orange County, California. | 198,246 |
Irvine | A city located in Orange County, California. | 283,700 |
La Habra | The most populous city in Orange County, California. | 62,285 |
La Palma | City | 15,415 |
Laguna Beach | City in California | 22,687 |
Laguna Hills | City in California | 31,197 |
Laguna Niguel | The most populous city in Orange County, California. | 64,569 |
Laguna Woods | City in Orange County, California | 15,819 |
Lake Forest | A city in Orange County, California. | 85,329 |
Los Alamitos | City in Orange County, California, United States | 11,386 |
Mission Viejo | A city in Orange County, California. | 94,242 |
Newport Beach | A city in Orange County, California. | 86,834 |
North Tustin | Census-designated place in Orange County, California | 24,917 |
Orange | The sixth most populous city in California. | 138,192 |
Placentia | A city in Orange County, California. | 51,519 |
Portola Hills | City in Lake Forest, California, United States of America | 9,083 |
Rancho Santa Margarita | A city in Orange County, California. | 47,569 |
Rossmoor | Census-designated place in Orange County, California, United States | 10,244 |
San Clemente | The most populous city in Orange County, California. | 64,551 |
San Joaquin Hills | Census designated place | 3,176 |
San Juan Capistrano | City in Orange County, California, United States | 35,810 |
Santa Ana | The most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Santa Ana metropolitan area. | 331,301 |
Seal Beach | City in Organg County, California, United States | 23,887 |
Stanton | City in California | 37,904 |
Trabuco Canyon | Unincorporated community in California | 3,000 |
Tustin | A city in Orange County, California. | 79,815 |
Villa Park | City in Orange County, California, United States | 5,801 |
Westminster | A city in Orange County, California. | 89,740 |
Yorba Linda | A city in Orange County, California. | 68,027 |