Torrance, CA Census Data
The 40th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Torrance is the 40th largest city in California by population and ranks 52nd of 188 for median household income. With 143,499 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 160 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
143,499
49.6% male · 50.4% female
Median Age
43.1
4.4 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$113,105
$34,567 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
53.0%
18.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 94.9%
Poverty Rate
6.9%
5.5% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.4%
Broadband Access
96.9%
7.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$1,036,600
Median rent: $2,214 · 55% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Labor force participation: 60.7%
Per Capita Income
$62,835
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.3%
Disability rate: 9.7%
How Torrance Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 40th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 52nd of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 28th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 32nd of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 40th of 188 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Torrance, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Torrance, CA?
The population of Torrance, CA is 143,499 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 43.1 years.
What is the median household income in Torrance?
The median household income in Torrance, CA is $113,105, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $62,835.
What is the poverty rate in Torrance?
The poverty rate in Torrance, CA is 6.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Torrance residents have a college degree?
53.0% of adults (25+) in Torrance hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.9% 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 Torrance?
The median home value in Torrance, CA is $1,036,600. Median rent is $2,214 per month, with 55% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Torrance?
Torrance's population is 36.4% White, 3.5% Black, 19.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 38.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Torrance rank among California cities?
Torrance is the 40th largest city in California by population, the 52nd highest for median household income, the 28th lowest for poverty rate, the 32nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Torrance?
The unemployment rate in Torrance, CA is 5.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.7%. Per capita income is $62,835.
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