Folsom, CA Census Data
The 106th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Folsom is the 106th largest city in California by population and ranks 25th of 188 for median household income. With 82,140 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 176 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
82,140
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
40.4
1.7 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$139,263
$60,725 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
54.7%
19.7% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 94.6%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
7.1% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 3.1%
Broadband Access
98.1%
8.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$702,200
Median rent: $2,279 · 69% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
Labor force participation: 60.4%
Per Capita Income
$74,448
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.0%
Disability rate: 8.4%
How Folsom Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 106th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 25th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 12th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 30th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 90th of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Folsom, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Folsom, CA?
The population of Folsom, CA is 82,140 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.4 years.
What is the median household income in Folsom?
The median household income in Folsom, CA is $139,263, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $74,448.
What is the poverty rate in Folsom?
The poverty rate in Folsom, CA is 5.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 3.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Folsom residents have a college degree?
54.7% of adults (25+) in Folsom hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.6% 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 Folsom?
The median home value in Folsom, CA is $702,200. Median rent is $2,279 per month, with 69% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Folsom?
Folsom's population is 60.3% White, 5.1% Black, 14.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 19.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Folsom rank among California cities?
Folsom is the 106th largest city in California by population, the 25th highest for median household income, the 12th lowest for poverty rate, the 30th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Folsom?
The unemployment rate in Folsom, CA is 5.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.4%. Per capita income is $74,448.
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