Hawthorne, CA Census Data
The 97th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Hawthorne is the 97th largest city in California by population and ranks 160th of 188 for median household income. With 85,933 residents, its poverty rate of 16.4% 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
85,933
48.8% male · 51.2% female
Median Age
33.6
5.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$72,719
$5,819 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
25.0%
10.0% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 78.3%
Poverty Rate
16.4%
4.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 11.4%
Broadband Access
97.0%
7.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$813,700
Median rent: $1,723 · 28% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.8%
Labor force participation: 63.3%
Per Capita Income
$38,595
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.6%
Disability rate: 9.9%
How Hawthorne Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 97th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 160th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 164th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 127th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 66th of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Hawthorne, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hawthorne, CA?
The population of Hawthorne, CA is 85,933 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.6 years.
What is the median household income in Hawthorne?
The median household income in Hawthorne, CA is $72,719, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $38,595.
What is the poverty rate in Hawthorne?
The poverty rate in Hawthorne, CA is 16.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 11.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Hawthorne residents have a college degree?
25.0% of adults (25+) in Hawthorne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 78.3% 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 Hawthorne?
The median home value in Hawthorne, CA is $813,700. Median rent is $1,723 per month, with 28% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Hawthorne?
Hawthorne's population is 23.8% White, 25.2% Black, 55.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Hawthorne rank among California cities?
Hawthorne is the 97th largest city in California by population, the 160th highest for median household income, the 164th lowest for poverty rate, the 127th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Hawthorne?
The unemployment rate in Hawthorne, CA is 7.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.3%. Per capita income is $38,595.
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