Hesperia, CA Census Data
The 77th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Hesperia is the 77th largest city in California by population and ranks 172nd of 188 for median household income. With 100,141 residents, its poverty rate of 17.5% 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
100,141
51.1% male · 48.9% female
Median Age
32.9
5.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$68,971
$9,567 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
12.3%
22.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 77.4%
Poverty Rate
17.5%
5.1% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.4%
Broadband Access
96.6%
6.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$366,800
Median rent: $1,566 · 66% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
9.7%
Labor force participation: 52.4%
Per Capita Income
$38,030
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.6%
Disability rate: 12.9%
How Hesperia Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 77th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 172nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 174th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 178th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 176th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Hesperia, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hesperia, CA?
The population of Hesperia, CA is 100,141 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 32.9 years.
What is the median household income in Hesperia?
The median household income in Hesperia, CA is $68,971, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $38,030.
What is the poverty rate in Hesperia?
The poverty rate in Hesperia, CA is 17.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Hesperia residents have a college degree?
12.3% of adults (25+) in Hesperia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 77.4% 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 Hesperia?
The median home value in Hesperia, CA is $366,800. Median rent is $1,566 per month, with 66% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Hesperia?
Hesperia's population is 53.6% White, 4.7% Black, 60.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Hesperia rank among California cities?
Hesperia is the 77th largest city in California by population, the 172nd highest for median household income, the 174th lowest for poverty rate, the 178th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Hesperia?
The unemployment rate in Hesperia, CA is 9.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 52.4%. Per capita income is $38,030.
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