Compton, CA Census Data
The 82nd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Compton is the 82nd largest city in California by population and ranks 158th of 188 for median household income. With 93,525 residents, its poverty rate of 17.1% 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
93,525
49.1% male · 50.9% female
Median Age
33.9
4.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$74,270
$4,268 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
10.9%
24.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 64.4%
Poverty Rate
17.1%
4.7% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 12.8%
Broadband Access
94.7%
5.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$546,700
Median rent: $1,601 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.1%
Labor force participation: 59.0%
Per Capita Income
$34,974
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.2%
Disability rate: 11.3%
How Compton Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 82nd of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 158th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 170th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 181st of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 139th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Compton, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Compton, CA?
The population of Compton, CA is 93,525 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.9 years.
What is the median household income in Compton?
The median household income in Compton, CA is $74,270, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $34,974.
What is the poverty rate in Compton?
The poverty rate in Compton, CA is 17.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 12.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Compton residents have a college degree?
10.9% of adults (25+) in Compton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 64.4% 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 Compton?
The median home value in Compton, CA is $546,700. Median rent is $1,601 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Compton?
Compton's population is 14.0% White, 25.3% Black, 71.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Compton rank among California cities?
Compton is the 82nd largest city in California by population, the 158th highest for median household income, the 170th lowest for poverty rate, the 181st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Compton?
The unemployment rate in Compton, CA is 7.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 59.0%. Per capita income is $34,974.
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