Anaheim, CA Census Data
The 10th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Anaheim is the 10th largest city in California by population and ranks 111th of 188 for median household income. With 344,553 residents, its poverty rate of 12.5% 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
344,553
48.7% male · 51.3% female
Median Age
35.9
2.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$90,583
$12,045 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.8%
6.2% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 77.5%
Poverty Rate
12.5%
0.1% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.6%
Broadband Access
96.8%
7.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$771,700
Median rent: $2,082 · 46% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Labor force participation: 63.1%
Per Capita Income
$40,835
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.0%
Disability rate: 9.9%
How Anaheim Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 10th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 111th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 124th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 108th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 75th of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Anaheim, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Anaheim, CA?
The population of Anaheim, CA is 344,553 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.9 years.
What is the median household income in Anaheim?
The median household income in Anaheim, CA is $90,583, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $40,835.
What is the poverty rate in Anaheim?
The poverty rate in Anaheim, CA is 12.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Anaheim residents have a college degree?
28.8% of adults (25+) in Anaheim hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 77.5% 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 Anaheim?
The median home value in Anaheim, CA is $771,700. Median rent is $2,082 per month, with 46% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Anaheim?
Anaheim's population is 41.2% White, 2.5% Black, 52.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 18.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Anaheim rank among California cities?
Anaheim is the 10th largest city in California by population, the 111th highest for median household income, the 124th lowest for poverty rate, the 108th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Anaheim?
The unemployment rate in Anaheim, CA is 5.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.1%. Per capita income is $40,835.
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