Porterville, CA Census Data
The 146th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Porterville is the 146th largest city in California by population and ranks 186th of 188 for median household income. With 62,765 residents, its poverty rate of 17.9% 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
62,765
50.7% male · 49.3% female
Median Age
31.2
7.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$59,012
$19,526 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
14.9%
20.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 69.1%
Poverty Rate
17.9%
5.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.6%
Broadband Access
93.2%
3.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$273,600
Median rent: $1,111 · 55% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
9.1%
Labor force participation: 55.8%
Per Capita Income
$31,398
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.4%
Disability rate: 10.9%
How Porterville Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 146th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 186th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 177th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 169th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 187th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Porterville, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Porterville, CA?
The population of Porterville, CA is 62,765 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 31.2 years.
What is the median household income in Porterville?
The median household income in Porterville, CA is $59,012, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $31,398.
What is the poverty rate in Porterville?
The poverty rate in Porterville, CA is 17.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Porterville residents have a college degree?
14.9% of adults (25+) in Porterville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 69.1% 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 Porterville?
The median home value in Porterville, CA is $273,600. Median rent is $1,111 per month, with 55% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Porterville?
Porterville's population is 36.2% White, 0.8% Black, 73.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Porterville rank among California cities?
Porterville is the 146th largest city in California by population, the 186th highest for median household income, the 177th lowest for poverty rate, the 169th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Porterville?
The unemployment rate in Porterville, CA is 9.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.8%. Per capita income is $31,398.
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