Glendale, CA Census Data
The 24th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Glendale is the 24th largest city in California by population and ranks 132nd of 188 for median household income. With 192,270 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
192,270
47.9% male · 52.1% female
Median Age
41.4
2.7 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$84,262
$5,724 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
45.5%
10.5% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.0%
Poverty Rate
13.4%
1.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.7%
Broadband Access
94.7%
5.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$1,043,900
Median rent: $2,095 · 35% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.2%
Labor force participation: 57.2%
Per Capita Income
$49,999
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
1.8%
Disability rate: 12.8%
How Glendale Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 24th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 132nd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 137th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 50th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 37th of 188 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Glendale, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Glendale, CA?
The population of Glendale, CA is 192,270 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 41.4 years.
What is the median household income in Glendale?
The median household income in Glendale, CA is $84,262, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $49,999.
What is the poverty rate in Glendale?
The poverty rate in Glendale, CA is 13.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Glendale residents have a college degree?
45.5% of adults (25+) in Glendale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.0% 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 Glendale?
The median home value in Glendale, CA is $1,043,900. Median rent is $2,095 per month, with 35% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Glendale?
Glendale's population is 67.4% White, 1.7% Black, 18.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 13.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Glendale rank among California cities?
Glendale is the 24th largest city in California by population, the 132nd highest for median household income, the 137th lowest for poverty rate, the 50th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Glendale?
The unemployment rate in Glendale, CA is 8.2%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.2%. Per capita income is $49,999.
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