Manteca, CA Census Data
The 96th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Manteca is the 96th largest city in California by population and ranks 103rd of 188 for median household income. With 86,521 residents, its poverty rate of 10.4% 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
86,521
50.7% male · 49.3% female
Median Age
36.6
2.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$94,718
$16,180 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
20.9%
14.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 86.1%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
2.0% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.4%
Broadband Access
96.6%
6.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$561,200
Median rent: $1,934 · 72% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
Labor force participation: 57.4%
Per Capita Income
$52,042
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.6%
Disability rate: 12.3%
How Manteca Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 96th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 103rd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 95th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 145th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 135th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Manteca, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Manteca, CA?
The population of Manteca, CA is 86,521 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.6 years.
What is the median household income in Manteca?
The median household income in Manteca, CA is $94,718, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $52,042.
What is the poverty rate in Manteca?
The poverty rate in Manteca, CA is 10.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Manteca residents have a college degree?
20.9% of adults (25+) in Manteca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 86.1% 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 Manteca?
The median home value in Manteca, CA is $561,200. Median rent is $1,934 per month, with 72% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Manteca?
Manteca's population is 46.8% White, 3.5% Black, 39.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 14.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Manteca rank among California cities?
Manteca is the 96th largest city in California by population, the 103rd highest for median household income, the 95th lowest for poverty rate, the 145th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Manteca?
The unemployment rate in Manteca, CA is 6.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.4%. Per capita income is $52,042.
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