Tustin, CA Census Data
The 111th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Tustin is the 111th largest city in California by population and ranks 68th of 188 for median household income. With 79,035 residents, its poverty rate of 10.4% 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
79,035
49.2% male · 50.8% female
Median Age
36.8
1.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$108,435
$29,897 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
46.0%
11.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 88.9%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
2.0% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.7%
Broadband Access
97.6%
7.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$890,600
Median rent: $2,340 · 51% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
Labor force participation: 65.3%
Per Capita Income
$53,399
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.9%
Disability rate: 8.3%
How Tustin Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 111th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 68th of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 96th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 49th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 49th of 188 | Top half |
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Race & Ethnicity
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Tustin, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Tustin, CA?
The population of Tustin, CA is 79,035 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.8 years.
What is the median household income in Tustin?
The median household income in Tustin, CA is $108,435, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $53,399.
What is the poverty rate in Tustin?
The poverty rate in Tustin, CA is 10.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Tustin residents have a college degree?
46.0% of adults (25+) in Tustin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.9% 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 Tustin?
The median home value in Tustin, CA is $890,600. Median rent is $2,340 per month, with 51% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Tustin?
Tustin's population is 38.3% White, 2.8% Black, 40.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 25.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Tustin rank among California cities?
Tustin is the 111th largest city in California by population, the 68th highest for median household income, the 96th lowest for poverty rate, the 49th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Tustin?
The unemployment rate in Tustin, CA is 5.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 65.3%. Per capita income is $53,399.
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