Arcadia, CA Census Data
The 166th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Arcadia is the 166th largest city in California by population and ranks 50th of 188 for median household income. With 55,550 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 145 other California cities. 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
55,550
48.2% male · 51.8% female
Median Age
43.2
4.5 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$116,142
$37,604 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
57.8%
22.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.2%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
5.0% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 3.9%
Broadband Access
97.9%
8.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$1,336,500
Median rent: $2,118 · 58% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Labor force participation: 55.6%
Per Capita Income
$60,689
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.4%
Disability rate: 10.7%
How Arcadia Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 166th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 50th of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 43rd of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 24th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 16th of 188 | Top 10% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Arcadia, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Arcadia, CA?
The population of Arcadia, CA is 55,550 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 43.2 years.
What is the median household income in Arcadia?
The median household income in Arcadia, CA is $116,142, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $60,689.
What is the poverty rate in Arcadia?
The poverty rate in Arcadia, CA is 7.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 3.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Arcadia residents have a college degree?
57.8% of adults (25+) in Arcadia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.2% 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 Arcadia?
The median home value in Arcadia, CA is $1,336,500. Median rent is $2,118 per month, with 58% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Arcadia?
Arcadia's population is 24.4% White, 1.2% Black, 16.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 57.4% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Arcadia rank among California cities?
Arcadia is the 166th largest city in California by population, the 50th highest for median household income, the 43rd lowest for poverty rate, the 24th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Arcadia?
The unemployment rate in Arcadia, CA is 5.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.6%. Per capita income is $60,689.
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