Hemet, CA Census Data
The 90th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Hemet is the 90th largest city in California by population and ranks 188th of 188 for median household income. With 90,646 residents, its poverty rate of 16.0% 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
90,646
47.9% male · 52.1% female
Median Age
39.7
1.0 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$53,623
$24,915 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
15.2%
19.8% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 80.5%
Poverty Rate
16.0%
3.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.9%
Broadband Access
92.9%
3.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$314,200
Median rent: $1,432 · 63% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.3%
Labor force participation: 44.9%
Per Capita Income
$39,127
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
9.2%
Disability rate: 20.6%
How Hemet Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 90th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 188th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 163rd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 167th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 185th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Hemet, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hemet, CA?
The population of Hemet, CA is 90,646 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.7 years.
What is the median household income in Hemet?
The median household income in Hemet, CA is $53,623, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $39,127.
What is the poverty rate in Hemet?
The poverty rate in Hemet, CA is 16.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Hemet residents have a college degree?
15.2% of adults (25+) in Hemet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.5% 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 Hemet?
The median home value in Hemet, CA is $314,200. Median rent is $1,432 per month, with 63% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Hemet?
Hemet's population is 46.7% White, 9.4% Black, 49.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Hemet rank among California cities?
Hemet is the 90th largest city in California by population, the 188th highest for median household income, the 163rd lowest for poverty rate, the 167th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Hemet?
The unemployment rate in Hemet, CA is 8.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 44.9%. Per capita income is $39,127.
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