Turlock, CA Census Data
The 123rd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Turlock is the 123rd largest city in California by population and ranks 141st of 188 for median household income. With 72,400 residents, its poverty rate of 10.8% 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
72,400
47.6% male · 52.4% female
Median Age
34.6
4.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$79,807
$1,269 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
26.6%
8.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 81.7%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
1.6% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.1%
Broadband Access
94.9%
5.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$443,900
Median rent: $1,498 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.8%
Labor force participation: 57.3%
Per Capita Income
$42,348
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.4%
Disability rate: 12.8%
How Turlock Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 123rd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 141st of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 101st of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 119th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 162nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Turlock, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Turlock, CA?
The population of Turlock, CA is 72,400 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.6 years.
What is the median household income in Turlock?
The median household income in Turlock, CA is $79,807, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $42,348.
What is the poverty rate in Turlock?
The poverty rate in Turlock, CA is 10.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Turlock residents have a college degree?
26.6% of adults (25+) in Turlock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 81.7% 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 Turlock?
The median home value in Turlock, CA is $443,900. Median rent is $1,498 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Turlock?
Turlock's population is 54.5% White, 2.1% Black, 43.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 5.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Turlock rank among California cities?
Turlock is the 123rd largest city in California by population, the 141st highest for median household income, the 101st lowest for poverty rate, the 119th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Turlock?
The unemployment rate in Turlock, CA is 7.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.3%. Per capita income is $42,348.
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