Burbank, CA Census Data
The 69th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Burbank is the 69th largest city in California by population and ranks 101st of 188 for median household income. With 105,165 residents, its poverty rate of 10.7% 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
105,165
48.7% male · 51.3% female
Median Age
39.8
1.1 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$95,816
$17,278 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
46.0%
11.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.3%
Poverty Rate
10.7%
1.7% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.4%
Broadband Access
95.5%
5.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$1,041,100
Median rent: $2,089 · 43% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
Labor force participation: 61.9%
Per Capita Income
$57,631
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.9%
Disability rate: 11.5%
How Burbank Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 69th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 101st of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 99th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 48th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 38th of 188 | Top 25% |
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Race & Ethnicity
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Burbank, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Burbank, CA?
The population of Burbank, CA is 105,165 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.8 years.
What is the median household income in Burbank?
The median household income in Burbank, CA is $95,816, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $57,631.
What is the poverty rate in Burbank?
The poverty rate in Burbank, CA is 10.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Burbank residents have a college degree?
46.0% of adults (25+) in Burbank hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.3% 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 Burbank?
The median home value in Burbank, CA is $1,041,100. Median rent is $2,089 per month, with 43% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Burbank?
Burbank's population is 60.5% White, 3.4% Black, 24.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 11.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Burbank rank among California cities?
Burbank is the 69th largest city in California by population, the 101st highest for median household income, the 99th lowest for poverty rate, the 48th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Burbank?
The unemployment rate in Burbank, CA is 6.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.9%. Per capita income is $57,631.
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