Stockton, CA Census Data
The 11th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Stockton is the 11th largest city in California by population and ranks 154th of 188 for median household income. With 320,470 residents, its poverty rate of 15.4% 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
320,470
48.7% male · 51.3% female
Median Age
33.7
5.0 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$76,851
$1,687 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
19.1%
15.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 77.1%
Poverty Rate
15.4%
3.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.8%
Broadband Access
95.5%
5.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$412,900
Median rent: $1,495 · 53% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.0%
Labor force participation: 56.2%
Per Capita Income
$39,259
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.9%
Disability rate: 14.2%
How Stockton Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 11th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 154th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 156th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 155th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 169th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Stockton, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Stockton, CA?
The population of Stockton, CA is 320,470 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.7 years.
What is the median household income in Stockton?
The median household income in Stockton, CA is $76,851, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $39,259.
What is the poverty rate in Stockton?
The poverty rate in Stockton, CA is 15.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Stockton residents have a college degree?
19.1% of adults (25+) in Stockton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 77.1% 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 Stockton?
The median home value in Stockton, CA is $412,900. Median rent is $1,495 per month, with 53% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Stockton?
Stockton's population is 26.6% White, 11.6% Black, 45.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 21.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Stockton rank among California cities?
Stockton is the 11th largest city in California by population, the 154th highest for median household income, the 156th lowest for poverty rate, the 155th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Stockton?
The unemployment rate in Stockton, CA is 8.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.2%. Per capita income is $39,259.
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