Fresno, CA Census Data
The 5th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Fresno is the 5th largest city in California by population and ranks 176th of 188 for median household income. With 543,615 residents, its poverty rate of 20.9% 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
543,615
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
32.4
6.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$66,804
$11,734 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
24.9%
10.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 80.1%
Poverty Rate
20.9%
8.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.5%
Broadband Access
94.3%
4.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$348,500
Median rent: $1,324 · 50% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.7%
Labor force participation: 57.0%
Per Capita Income
$37,712
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.5%
Disability rate: 14.2%
How Fresno Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 5th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 176th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 183rd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 128th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 178th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Fresno, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fresno, CA?
The population of Fresno, CA is 543,615 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 32.4 years.
What is the median household income in Fresno?
The median household income in Fresno, CA is $66,804, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $37,712.
What is the poverty rate in Fresno?
The poverty rate in Fresno, CA is 20.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Fresno residents have a college degree?
24.9% of adults (25+) in Fresno hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.1% 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 Fresno?
The median home value in Fresno, CA is $348,500. Median rent is $1,324 per month, with 50% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Fresno?
Fresno's population is 38.0% White, 6.7% Black, 50.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 14.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Fresno rank among California cities?
Fresno is the 5th largest city in California by population, the 176th highest for median household income, the 183rd lowest for poverty rate, the 128th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Fresno?
The unemployment rate in Fresno, CA is 8.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.0%. Per capita income is $37,712.
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