Tulare, CA Census Data
The 130th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Tulare is the 130th largest city in California by population and ranks 170th of 188 for median household income. With 69,984 residents, its poverty rate of 18.0% 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
69,984
48.5% male · 51.5% female
Median Age
29.5
9.2 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$69,517
$9,021 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
10.7%
24.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 76.5%
Poverty Rate
18.0%
5.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.6%
Broadband Access
93.7%
4.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$301,200
Median rent: $1,354 · 58% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.9%
Labor force participation: 56.8%
Per Capita Income
$37,183
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.6%
Disability rate: 13.7%
How Tulare Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 130th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 170th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 178th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 182nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 186th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Tulare, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Tulare, CA?
The population of Tulare, CA is 69,984 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 29.5 years.
What is the median household income in Tulare?
The median household income in Tulare, CA is $69,517, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $37,183.
What is the poverty rate in Tulare?
The poverty rate in Tulare, CA is 18.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Tulare residents have a college degree?
10.7% of adults (25+) in Tulare hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 76.5% 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 Tulare?
The median home value in Tulare, CA is $301,200. Median rent is $1,354 per month, with 58% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Tulare?
Tulare's population is 46.5% White, 2.6% Black, 63.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Tulare rank among California cities?
Tulare is the 130th largest city in California by population, the 170th highest for median household income, the 178th lowest for poverty rate, the 182nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Tulare?
The unemployment rate in Tulare, CA is 7.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.8%. Per capita income is $37,183.
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