Los Angeles, CA Census Data
The largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Los Angeles is the largest city in California by population and ranks 139th of 188 for median household income. With 3.9M residents, its poverty rate of 16.5% 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
3.9M
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
36.9
1.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$80,366
$1,828 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
37.8%
2.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 79.3%
Poverty Rate
16.5%
4.1% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.0%
Broadband Access
95.9%
6.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$879,500
Median rent: $1,879 · 36% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.9%
Labor force participation: 61.3%
Per Capita Income
$41,828
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.3%
Disability rate: 11.1%
How Los Angeles Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 1st of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 139th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 165th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 77th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 50th of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Los Angeles, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Los Angeles, CA?
The population of Los Angeles, CA is 3.9M according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.9 years.
What is the median household income in Los Angeles?
The median household income in Los Angeles, CA is $80,366, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $41,828.
What is the poverty rate in Los Angeles?
The poverty rate in Los Angeles, CA is 16.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Los Angeles residents have a college degree?
37.8% of adults (25+) in Los Angeles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 79.3% 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 Los Angeles?
The median home value in Los Angeles, CA is $879,500. Median rent is $1,879 per month, with 36% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Los Angeles?
Los Angeles's population is 37.3% White, 8.5% Black, 47.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Los Angeles rank among California cities?
Los Angeles is the 1st largest city in California by population, the 139th highest for median household income, the 165th lowest for poverty rate, the 77th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Los Angeles?
The unemployment rate in Los Angeles, CA is 7.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.3%. Per capita income is $41,828.