Colton, CA Census Data
The 173rd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Colton is the 173rd largest city in California by population and ranks 169th of 188 for median household income. With 53,798 residents, its poverty rate of 15.3% 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
53,798
50.4% male · 49.6% female
Median Age
33.9
4.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$69,581
$8,957 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
16.7%
18.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 75.3%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
2.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.8%
Broadband Access
95.5%
5.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$411,100
Median rent: $1,608 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
Labor force participation: 58.5%
Per Capita Income
$37,031
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.5%
Disability rate: 11.9%
How Colton Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 173rd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 169th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 154th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 162nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 170th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Colton, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Colton, CA?
The population of Colton, CA is 53,798 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.9 years.
What is the median household income in Colton?
The median household income in Colton, CA is $69,581, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $37,031.
What is the poverty rate in Colton?
The poverty rate in Colton, CA is 15.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Colton residents have a college degree?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Colton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 75.3% 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 Colton?
The median home value in Colton, CA is $411,100. Median rent is $1,608 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Colton?
Colton's population is 27.6% White, 8.5% Black, 74.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Colton rank among California cities?
Colton is the 173rd largest city in California by population, the 169th highest for median household income, the 154th lowest for poverty rate, the 162nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Colton?
The unemployment rate in Colton, CA is 6.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 58.5%. Per capita income is $37,031.
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