Brentwood, CA Census Data
The 142nd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Brentwood is the 142nd largest city in California by population and ranks 23rd of 188 for median household income. With 64,609 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 133 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
64,609
48.9% male · 51.1% female
Median Age
40.5
1.8 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$139,567
$61,029 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
38.8%
3.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.1%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
4.6% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 2.0%
Broadband Access
98.8%
9.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$791,600
Median rent: $2,509 · 82% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
Labor force participation: 60.0%
Per Capita Income
$66,161
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.4%
Disability rate: 10.6%
How Brentwood Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 142nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 23rd of 188 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 55th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 72nd of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 70th of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Brentwood, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Brentwood, CA?
The population of Brentwood, CA is 64,609 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.5 years.
What is the median household income in Brentwood?
The median household income in Brentwood, CA is $139,567, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $66,161.
What is the poverty rate in Brentwood?
The poverty rate in Brentwood, CA is 7.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 2.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Brentwood residents have a college degree?
38.8% of adults (25+) in Brentwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.1% 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 Brentwood?
The median home value in Brentwood, CA is $791,600. Median rent is $2,509 per month, with 82% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Brentwood?
Brentwood's population is 48.0% White, 10.2% Black, 24.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 16.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Brentwood rank among California cities?
Brentwood is the 142nd largest city in California by population, the 23rd highest for median household income, the 55th lowest for poverty rate, the 72nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Brentwood?
The unemployment rate in Brentwood, CA is 6.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.0%. Per capita income is $66,161.
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