Oakland, CA Census Data
The 8th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Oakland is the 8th largest city in California by population and ranks 98th of 188 for median household income. With 438,072 residents, its poverty rate of 13.7% 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
438,072
49.5% male · 50.5% female
Median Age
37.6
1.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$97,369
$18,831 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
47.9%
12.9% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 84.8%
Poverty Rate
13.7%
1.3% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.9%
Broadband Access
95.0%
5.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$924,700
Median rent: $1,917 · 42% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
Labor force participation: 64.1%
Per Capita Income
$57,104
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.1%
Disability rate: 11.7%
How Oakland Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 8th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 98th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 143rd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 44th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 47th of 188 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Oakland, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Oakland, CA?
The population of Oakland, CA is 438,072 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.6 years.
What is the median household income in Oakland?
The median household income in Oakland, CA is $97,369, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $57,104.
What is the poverty rate in Oakland?
The poverty rate in Oakland, CA is 13.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Oakland residents have a college degree?
47.9% of adults (25+) in Oakland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.8% 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 Oakland?
The median home value in Oakland, CA is $924,700. Median rent is $1,917 per month, with 42% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Oakland?
Oakland's population is 30.5% White, 21.1% Black, 28.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 15.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Oakland rank among California cities?
Oakland is the 8th largest city in California by population, the 98th highest for median household income, the 143rd lowest for poverty rate, the 44th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Oakland?
The unemployment rate in Oakland, CA is 6.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 64.1%. Per capita income is $57,104.
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