Chula Vista, CA Census Data
The 15th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Chula Vista is the 15th largest city in California by population and ranks 77th of 188 for median household income. With 275,030 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 126 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
275,030
49.5% male · 50.5% female
Median Age
37.0
1.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$105,173
$26,635 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
32.3%
2.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 85.7%
Poverty Rate
8.4%
4.0% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.9%
Broadband Access
96.4%
6.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$697,400
Median rent: $2,122 · 60% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.8%
Labor force participation: 58.6%
Per Capita Income
$47,656
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.4%
Disability rate: 10.2%
How Chula Vista Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 15th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 77th of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 62nd of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 98th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 92nd of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Chula Vista, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Chula Vista, CA?
The population of Chula Vista, CA is 275,030 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.0 years.
What is the median household income in Chula Vista?
The median household income in Chula Vista, CA is $105,173, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $47,656.
What is the poverty rate in Chula Vista?
The poverty rate in Chula Vista, CA is 8.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Chula Vista residents have a college degree?
32.3% of adults (25+) in Chula Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 85.7% 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 Chula Vista?
The median home value in Chula Vista, CA is $697,400. Median rent is $2,122 per month, with 60% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Chula Vista?
Chula Vista's population is 32.7% White, 5.3% Black, 60.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 14.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Chula Vista rank among California cities?
Chula Vista is the 15th largest city in California by population, the 77th highest for median household income, the 62nd lowest for poverty rate, the 98th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Chula Vista?
The unemployment rate in Chula Vista, CA is 8.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 58.6%. Per capita income is $47,656.
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