Madera, CA Census Data
The 137th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Madera is the 137th largest city in California by population and ranks 182nd of 188 for median household income. With 67,133 residents, its poverty rate of 26.0% 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
67,133
49.2% male · 50.8% female
Median Age
30.4
8.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$63,619
$14,919 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
10.3%
24.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 62.3%
Poverty Rate
26.0%
13.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.5%
Broadband Access
95.0%
5.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$335,900
Median rent: $1,237 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
11.9%
Labor force participation: 54.3%
Per Capita Income
$29,508
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.1%
Disability rate: 13.5%
How Madera Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 137th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 182nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 188th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 185th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 183rd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Madera, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Madera, CA?
The population of Madera, CA is 67,133 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 30.4 years.
What is the median household income in Madera?
The median household income in Madera, CA is $63,619, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $29,508.
What is the poverty rate in Madera?
The poverty rate in Madera, CA is 26.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Madera residents have a college degree?
10.3% of adults (25+) in Madera hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 62.3% 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 Madera?
The median home value in Madera, CA is $335,900. Median rent is $1,237 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Madera?
Madera's population is 31.2% White, 3.1% Black, 80.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Madera rank among California cities?
Madera is the 137th largest city in California by population, the 182nd highest for median household income, the 188th lowest for poverty rate, the 185th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Madera?
The unemployment rate in Madera, CA is 11.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 54.3%. Per capita income is $29,508.
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