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Relocation guide

Moving to Westminster

What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.

Population

90,147

Median age 41.7

Median household income

$82,686

Median rent

$2,100/mo

Median home value

$820,000

Schools

24

4 districts

Summer high / winter low

87° / 46°

Pros

  • Property taxes are low: about 0.62% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
  • Mild weather in May, June, July, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
  • 39 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.

Cons

  • Homes cost 170% more than the US median ($820,000).
  • At the median, rent takes about 30% of household income.

Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.

Plan your move

Where in Westminster?

Westminster spans 2 zip codes. Median home values range from $723,700 to $820,000 by zip.

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Life in Westminster

Vietnamese Boat People Memorial, Westminster, CA, February 13, 2026
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Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Westminster
Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., WestminsterOrange County Archives · CC BY 2.0

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Questions

Is Westminster a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.62% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in May, June, July, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Homes cost 170% more than the US median ($820,000). At the median, rent takes about 30% of household income.

How much do I need to earn to live in Westminster?

The median household earns $82,686. Rent at the median ($2,100/month) is about 30% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $84,000 a year.

How many schools are in Westminster?

24 public and private schools across 4 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.

What is the weather like in Westminster?

Highs average 87°F in August and lows 46°F in December. The most comfortable months are May, June, July.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.

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