Escondido, CA Census Data
The 38th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Escondido is the 38th largest city in California by population and ranks 128th of 188 for median household income. With 149,913 residents, its poverty rate of 13.4% 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
149,913
50.2% male · 49.8% female
Median Age
37.1
1.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$84,477
$5,939 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
27.8%
7.2% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 80.4%
Poverty Rate
13.4%
1.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 11.5%
Broadband Access
96.7%
7.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$663,500
Median rent: $1,922 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
Labor force participation: 60.7%
Per Capita Income
$42,359
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
7.0%
Disability rate: 12.7%
How Escondido Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 38th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 128th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 138th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 113th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 100th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Escondido, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Escondido, CA?
The population of Escondido, CA is 149,913 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.1 years.
What is the median household income in Escondido?
The median household income in Escondido, CA is $84,477, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $42,359.
What is the poverty rate in Escondido?
The poverty rate in Escondido, CA is 13.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 11.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Escondido residents have a college degree?
27.8% of adults (25+) in Escondido hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.4% 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 Escondido?
The median home value in Escondido, CA is $663,500. Median rent is $1,922 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Escondido?
Escondido's population is 47.1% White, 2.3% Black, 51.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 7.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Escondido rank among California cities?
Escondido is the 38th largest city in California by population, the 128th highest for median household income, the 138th lowest for poverty rate, the 113th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Escondido?
The unemployment rate in Escondido, CA is 4.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.7%. Per capita income is $42,359.
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