Bellflower, CA Census Data
The 118th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Bellflower is the 118th largest city in California by population and ranks 151st of 188 for median household income. With 77,396 residents, its poverty rate of 13.2% 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
77,396
47.9% male · 52.1% female
Median Age
35.9
2.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$77,602
$936 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
20.1%
14.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 78.3%
Poverty Rate
13.2%
0.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 8.8%
Broadband Access
96.3%
6.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$661,100
Median rent: $1,771 · 38% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.8%
Labor force participation: 60.7%
Per Capita Income
$38,452
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.5%
Disability rate: 12.0%
How Bellflower Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 118th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 151st of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 133rd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 150th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 101st of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Bellflower, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bellflower, CA?
The population of Bellflower, CA is 77,396 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.9 years.
What is the median household income in Bellflower?
The median household income in Bellflower, CA is $77,602, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $38,452.
What is the poverty rate in Bellflower?
The poverty rate in Bellflower, CA is 13.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 8.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Bellflower residents have a college degree?
20.1% of adults (25+) in Bellflower hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 78.3% 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 Bellflower?
The median home value in Bellflower, CA is $661,100. Median rent is $1,771 per month, with 38% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Bellflower?
Bellflower's population is 22.9% White, 11.5% Black, 60.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Bellflower rank among California cities?
Bellflower is the 118th largest city in California by population, the 151st highest for median household income, the 133rd lowest for poverty rate, the 150th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Bellflower?
The unemployment rate in Bellflower, CA is 7.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.7%. Per capita income is $38,452.
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