Located in the heart of Orange County, with two major freeways, rail service and its own airport, it's easy to get to all that Irvine, CA has to offer. Enjoy all the great events, venues, restaurants, beaches, and hotels located nearby in Irvine, CA
Minutes from world-renowned shopping, championship golf courses, spectacular beaches, protected wilderness areas, award-winning restaurants, family-friendly theme parks, prominent arts and culture, and much more, Irvine, CA is in the center of it all!
Irvine is home to the University of California, Irvine (UCI), Concordia University, Irvine Valley College, the Orange County Center of the University of Suther California (USC), and the satellite campuses of Aloiant International University, California State University Fullerton (CSUF), University of La Verne and Pepperdine University.
Irvine is home to a number of corporations, particularly in the technology sector.
The Irvine Unified School District (IUSD) consistently ranks among the finest educational systems in the nation. Irvine schools offer innovative educational programs, open-style classrooms, team-teaching, some schools with year-round terms, and excellent community involvement. IUSD educates a diverse student population numbering over 24,000 (K-12), in 22 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, 4 comprehensive high schools, and 1 continuation high school.
IUSD is supported by its nonprofit partner, Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF), which provides financial support and enrichment programs for all students.
Drive less and experience more with easy accessibility to Orange County highways, airports, shopping, dining, lodging, and attractions. Relax under sunny skies in Irvine, CA with great weather year around. Visit nearby Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, Corona Del Mar, and Catalina Island for some fun on the waves.
Discover fine dining, harbor cruises, family-fun theme parks, world-class golfing, and biking parks for some leisurely vacation fun. Host an Irvine, event with great packages and meeting places for group tours or business meetings. Come to beautiful Irvine.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2008: $679,500
Mean prices in 2008: All housing units: $729,176; Detached houses: $833,153; Townhouses or other attached units: $596,619; In 2-unit structures: $440,000; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $381,763; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $394,660; Mobile homes: $103,295
Demographics
Population in July 2008: 207,500. Irvine covers 46.2 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 70 feet above sea level. Area code: 949
Weather
Irvine, CA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.
The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 85.40 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is December with an average minimum temperature of 40.40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 24 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 26 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Irvine is 13.87 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is February with an average rainfall of 3.07 Inches.
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