Gardena, CA Census Data
The 156th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Gardena is the 156th largest city in California by population and ranks 143rd of 188 for median household income. With 59,765 residents, its poverty rate of 11.0% 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
59,765
47.9% male · 52.1% female
Median Age
39.8
1.1 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$79,291
$753 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.0%
7.0% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 81.2%
Poverty Rate
11.0%
1.4% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.1%
Broadband Access
95.1%
5.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$667,600
Median rent: $1,761 · 49% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
Labor force participation: 62.0%
Per Capita Income
$39,788
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.5%
Disability rate: 12.6%
How Gardena Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 156th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 143rd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 104th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 111th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 98th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Gardena, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gardena, CA?
The population of Gardena, CA is 59,765 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.8 years.
What is the median household income in Gardena?
The median household income in Gardena, CA is $79,291, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $39,788.
What is the poverty rate in Gardena?
The poverty rate in Gardena, CA is 11.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Gardena residents have a college degree?
28.0% of adults (25+) in Gardena hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 81.2% 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 Gardena?
The median home value in Gardena, CA is $667,600. Median rent is $1,761 per month, with 49% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Gardena?
Gardena's population is 14.2% White, 18.9% Black, 43.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 24.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Gardena rank among California cities?
Gardena is the 156th largest city in California by population, the 143rd highest for median household income, the 104th lowest for poverty rate, the 111th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Gardena?
The unemployment rate in Gardena, CA is 5.2%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.0%. Per capita income is $39,788.
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