About Anaheim, California

Anaheim is best known as the home of Disneyland, and the tourism and hospitality sector dominates the local economy. The resort district generates billions in economic activity, but many of its jobs are in lower-wage service positions, keeping average incomes below California metro norms. Anaheim Hills in the eastern part of the city is considerably more affluent than the flatlands near the resort and downtown areas. Orange County's broader economy — spanning tech, healthcare, and defense — provides some higher-wage employment. California's progressive income tax and high housing costs shape the income picture significantly.