Santa Ana, CA Census Data

Key demographic and economic indicators for Santa Ana, California from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.

Updated: 2026-03-23 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023

Population 311,639
51.3% male · 48.7% female
Median Age 34.3
4.4 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income $88,354
9,816.0 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.0%
17.0 below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 66.1%
Poverty Rate 11.1%
1.3 below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 12.4%
Broadband Access 96.2%
6.5 above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value $657,800
Median rent: $1,975 · 45% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate 5.2%
Labor force participation: 62.8%

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Santa Ana, CA Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Santa Ana, CA?
The population of Santa Ana, CA is 311,639 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.3 years.
What is the median household income in Santa Ana?
The median household income in Santa Ana, CA is $88,354, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,871.
What is the poverty rate in Santa Ana?
The poverty rate in Santa Ana, CA is 11.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 12.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Santa Ana residents have a college degree?
18.0% of adults (25+) in Santa Ana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 66.1% 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 Santa Ana?
The median home value in Santa Ana, CA is $657,800. Median rent is $1,975 per month, with 45% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Santa Ana?
Santa Ana's population is 19.5% White, 0.8% Black, 77.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).