Rialto, CA Census Data
The 71st largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Rialto is the 71st largest city in California by population and ranks 125th of 188 for median household income. With 103,866 residents, its poverty rate of 12.6% 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
103,866
49.3% male · 50.7% female
Median Age
31.8
6.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$85,521
$6,983 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
12.5%
22.5% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 75.7%
Poverty Rate
12.6%
0.2% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.5%
Broadband Access
96.5%
6.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$454,400
Median rent: $1,641 · 64% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.4%
Labor force participation: 59.3%
Per Capita Income
$37,445
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.2%
Disability rate: 9.6%
How Rialto Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 71st of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 125th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 126th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 176th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 159th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Rialto, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Rialto, CA?
The population of Rialto, CA is 103,866 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 31.8 years.
What is the median household income in Rialto?
The median household income in Rialto, CA is $85,521, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $37,445.
What is the poverty rate in Rialto?
The poverty rate in Rialto, CA is 12.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Rialto residents have a college degree?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Rialto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 75.7% 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 Rialto?
The median home value in Rialto, CA is $454,400. Median rent is $1,641 per month, with 64% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Rialto?
Rialto's population is 26.3% White, 12.6% Black, 74.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Rialto rank among California cities?
Rialto is the 71st largest city in California by population, the 125th highest for median household income, the 126th lowest for poverty rate, the 176th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Rialto?
The unemployment rate in Rialto, CA is 8.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 59.3%. Per capita income is $37,445.
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