Thousand Oaks, CA Census Data
The 48th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Thousand Oaks is the 48th largest city in California by population and ranks 33rd of 188 for median household income. With 125,676 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 130 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
125,676
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
44.5
5.8 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$134,367
$55,829 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
50.9%
15.9% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 94.6%
Poverty Rate
8.0%
4.4% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.7%
Broadband Access
95.6%
5.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$951,200
Median rent: $2,580 · 70% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
Labor force participation: 59.3%
Per Capita Income
$59,992
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.0%
Disability rate: 10.4%
How Thousand Oaks Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 48th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 33rd of 188 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 58th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 36th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 45th of 188 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Thousand Oaks, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Thousand Oaks, CA?
The population of Thousand Oaks, CA is 125,676 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 44.5 years.
What is the median household income in Thousand Oaks?
The median household income in Thousand Oaks, CA is $134,367, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $59,992.
What is the poverty rate in Thousand Oaks?
The poverty rate in Thousand Oaks, CA is 8.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Thousand Oaks residents have a college degree?
50.9% of adults (25+) in Thousand Oaks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.6% 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 Thousand Oaks?
The median home value in Thousand Oaks, CA is $951,200. Median rent is $2,580 per month, with 70% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Thousand Oaks?
Thousand Oaks's population is 68.3% White, 2.0% Black, 19.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 9.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Thousand Oaks rank among California cities?
Thousand Oaks is the 48th largest city in California by population, the 33rd highest for median household income, the 58th lowest for poverty rate, the 36th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Thousand Oaks?
The unemployment rate in Thousand Oaks, CA is 4.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 59.3%. Per capita income is $59,992.
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