Redding, CA Census Data
The 84th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Redding is the 84th largest city in California by population and ranks 171st of 188 for median household income. With 93,268 residents, its poverty rate of 13.6% 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
93,268
48.7% male · 51.3% female
Median Age
38.7
At the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$69,443
$9,095 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
26.1%
8.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.2%
Poverty Rate
13.6%
1.2% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.1%
Broadband Access
95.7%
6.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$363,800
Median rent: $1,323 · 55% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
Labor force participation: 55.3%
Per Capita Income
$40,337
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.6%
Disability rate: 17.3%
How Redding Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 84th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 171st of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 142nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 123rd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 177th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Redding, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Redding, CA?
The population of Redding, CA is 93,268 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 38.7 years.
What is the median household income in Redding?
The median household income in Redding, CA is $69,443, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $40,337.
What is the poverty rate in Redding?
The poverty rate in Redding, CA is 13.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Redding residents have a college degree?
26.1% of adults (25+) in Redding hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.2% 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 Redding?
The median home value in Redding, CA is $363,800. Median rent is $1,323 per month, with 55% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Redding?
Redding's population is 78.2% White, 1.4% Black, 12.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Redding rank among California cities?
Redding is the 84th largest city in California by population, the 171st highest for median household income, the 142nd lowest for poverty rate, the 123rd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Redding?
The unemployment rate in Redding, CA is 5.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.3%. Per capita income is $40,337.
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