Napa, CA Census Data
The 113th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Napa is the 113th largest city in California by population and ranks 84th of 188 for median household income. With 78,816 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 120 other California cities. 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
78,816
49.4% male · 50.6% female
Median Age
41.2
2.5 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$102,231
$23,693 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
36.7%
1.7% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 84.2%
Poverty Rate
8.7%
3.7% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.4%
Broadband Access
96.9%
7.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$824,500
Median rent: $2,165 · 58% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Labor force participation: 61.7%
Per Capita Income
$51,271
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.4%
Disability rate: 13.2%
How Napa Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 113th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 84th of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 68th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 82nd of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 61st of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Napa, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Napa, CA?
The population of Napa, CA is 78,816 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 41.2 years.
What is the median household income in Napa?
The median household income in Napa, CA is $102,231, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $51,271.
What is the poverty rate in Napa?
The poverty rate in Napa, CA is 8.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Napa residents have a college degree?
36.7% of adults (25+) in Napa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.2% 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 Napa?
The median home value in Napa, CA is $824,500. Median rent is $2,165 per month, with 58% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Napa?
Napa's population is 62.7% White, 1.1% Black, 41.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Napa rank among California cities?
Napa is the 113th largest city in California by population, the 84th highest for median household income, the 68th lowest for poverty rate, the 82nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Napa?
The unemployment rate in Napa, CA is 5.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.7%. Per capita income is $51,271.
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