Gilroy, CA Census Data
The 162nd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Gilroy is the 162nd largest city in California by population and ranks 35th of 188 for median household income. With 58,561 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 139 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
58,561
50.7% male · 49.3% female
Median Age
36.0
2.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$131,554
$53,016 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.6%
6.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 83.6%
Poverty Rate
7.6%
4.8% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.1%
Broadband Access
98.5%
8.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$975,800
Median rent: $2,270 · 63% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
Labor force participation: 62.9%
Per Capita Income
$49,928
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.6%
Disability rate: 9.3%
How Gilroy Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 162nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 35th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 49th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 109th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 44th of 188 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Gilroy, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gilroy, CA?
The population of Gilroy, CA is 58,561 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.0 years.
What is the median household income in Gilroy?
The median household income in Gilroy, CA is $131,554, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $49,928.
What is the poverty rate in Gilroy?
The poverty rate in Gilroy, CA is 7.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Gilroy residents have a college degree?
28.6% of adults (25+) in Gilroy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.6% 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 Gilroy?
The median home value in Gilroy, CA is $975,800. Median rent is $2,270 per month, with 63% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Gilroy?
Gilroy's population is 38.4% White, 2.1% Black, 59.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 9.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Gilroy rank among California cities?
Gilroy is the 162nd largest city in California by population, the 35th highest for median household income, the 49th lowest for poverty rate, the 109th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Gilroy?
The unemployment rate in Gilroy, CA is 6.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.9%. Per capita income is $49,928.
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