Temecula, CA Census Data
The 61st largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Temecula is the 61st largest city in California by population and ranks 45th of 188 for median household income. With 110,404 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 148 other California cities. 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
110,404
49.4% male · 50.6% female
Median Age
36.3
2.4 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$117,840
$39,302 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
39.2%
4.2% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.4%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
5.0% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.9%
Broadband Access
98.4%
8.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median rent: $2,297 · 68% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.7%
Labor force participation: 60.6%
Per Capita Income
$57,117
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.9%
Disability rate: 9.7%
How Temecula Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 61st of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 45th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 40th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 71st of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 112th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Temecula, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Temecula, CA?
The population of Temecula, CA is 110,404 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.3 years.
What is the median household income in Temecula?
The median household income in Temecula, CA is $117,840, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $57,117.
What is the poverty rate in Temecula?
The poverty rate in Temecula, CA is 7.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Temecula residents have a college degree?
39.2% of adults (25+) in Temecula hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.4% 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 Temecula?
The median home value in Temecula, CA is $640,400. Median rent is $2,297 per month, with 68% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Temecula?
Temecula's population is 57.0% White, 4.3% Black, 28.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 11.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Temecula rank among California cities?
Temecula is the 61st largest city in California by population, the 45th highest for median household income, the 40th lowest for poverty rate, the 71st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Temecula?
The unemployment rate in Temecula, CA is 5.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.6%. Per capita income is $57,117.
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