Riverside, CA Census Data
The 12th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Riverside is the 12th largest city in California by population and ranks 118th of 188 for median household income. With 316,241 residents, its poverty rate of 12.5% 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
316,241
49.7% male · 50.3% female
Median Age
33.1
5.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$88,575
$10,037 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
25.7%
9.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 83.1%
Poverty Rate
12.5%
0.1% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.3%
Broadband Access
97.2%
7.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$542,100
Median rent: $1,812 · 56% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
Labor force participation: 60.6%
Per Capita Income
$40,231
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.0%
Disability rate: 10.8%
How Riverside Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 12th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 118th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 125th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 125th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 140th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Riverside, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Riverside, CA?
The population of Riverside, CA is 316,241 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.1 years.
What is the median household income in Riverside?
The median household income in Riverside, CA is $88,575, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $40,231.
What is the poverty rate in Riverside?
The poverty rate in Riverside, CA is 12.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Riverside residents have a college degree?
25.7% of adults (25+) in Riverside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.1% 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 Riverside?
The median home value in Riverside, CA is $542,100. Median rent is $1,812 per month, with 56% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Riverside?
Riverside's population is 39.2% White, 6.0% Black, 54.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 8.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Riverside rank among California cities?
Riverside is the 12th largest city in California by population, the 118th highest for median household income, the 125th lowest for poverty rate, the 125th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Riverside?
The unemployment rate in Riverside, CA is 6.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.6%. Per capita income is $40,231.
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