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Mission Viejo, California

Located in Orange County, California, Mission Viejo was established in 1965. Mission Viejo was named the safest city in America by the FBI and CQ Press. One of the largest master-planned communities ever built in the United States.
Founded 1965 | Population 94,200 | Peak 94,200 (2024) | County Orange County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Mission Viejo, California

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Mission Viejo's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Mission Viejo's identity and economy.
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1965 Master-Planned Community: Philip Morris/Mission Viejo Company develops community.
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2010 Safest City: Named safest city in America.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
1965 Business
Master-Planned Community
2010 Government
Safest City

Did You Know?

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Mission Viejo was named the safest city in America by the FBI and CQ Press.
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One of the largest master-planned communities ever built in the United States.
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The Mission Viejo Nadadores swim team produced multiple Olympic swimmers.
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Mission Viejo is located in Orange County, California.
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Mission Viejo was founded in 1965.

Famous People from Mission Viejo, California

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