Alhambra, CA Census Data
The 107th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Alhambra is the 107th largest city in California by population and ranks 126th of 188 for median household income. With 81,483 residents, its poverty rate of 12.3% ranks among the higher rates in California. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
81,483
48.9% male · 51.1% female
Median Age
41.9
3.2 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$85,189
$6,651 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
39.3%
4.3% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 83.6%
Poverty Rate
12.3%
0.1% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.9%
Broadband Access
96.9%
7.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$812,700
Median rent: $1,852 · 42% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Labor force participation: 59.7%
Per Capita Income
$47,783
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.7%
Disability rate: 10.0%
How Alhambra Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 107th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 126th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 123rd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 69th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 68th of 188 | Top half |
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Race & Ethnicity
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Alhambra, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alhambra, CA?
The population of Alhambra, CA is 81,483 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 41.9 years.
What is the median household income in Alhambra?
The median household income in Alhambra, CA is $85,189, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $47,783.
What is the poverty rate in Alhambra?
The poverty rate in Alhambra, CA is 12.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Alhambra residents have a college degree?
39.3% of adults (25+) in Alhambra hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.6% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Alhambra?
The median home value in Alhambra, CA is $812,700. Median rent is $1,852 per month, with 42% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Alhambra?
Alhambra's population is 14.8% White, 2.5% Black, 35.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 51.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Alhambra rank among California cities?
Alhambra is the 107th largest city in California by population, the 126th highest for median household income, the 123rd lowest for poverty rate, the 69th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Alhambra?
The unemployment rate in Alhambra, CA is 5.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 59.7%. Per capita income is $47,783.
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