Walnut Creek, CA Census Data
The 132nd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Walnut Creek is the 132nd largest city in California by population and ranks 31st of 188 for median household income. With 69,790 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 166 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
69,790
47.7% male · 52.3% female
Median Age
46.1
7.4 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$135,665
$57,127 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
69.4%
34.4% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 97.2%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
6.5% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 2.3%
Broadband Access
97.7%
8.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$1,031,100
Median rent: $2,613 · 64% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
Labor force participation: 55.6%
Per Capita Income
$80,828
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.8%
Disability rate: 12.6%
How Walnut Creek Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 132nd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 31st of 188 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 22nd of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 10th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Home Value | 41st of 188 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Walnut Creek, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Walnut Creek, CA?
The population of Walnut Creek, CA is 69,790 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 46.1 years.
What is the median household income in Walnut Creek?
The median household income in Walnut Creek, CA is $135,665, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $80,828.
What is the poverty rate in Walnut Creek?
The poverty rate in Walnut Creek, CA is 5.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 2.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Walnut Creek residents have a college degree?
69.4% of adults (25+) in Walnut Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 97.2% 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 Walnut Creek?
The median home value in Walnut Creek, CA is $1,031,100. Median rent is $2,613 per month, with 64% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Walnut Creek?
Walnut Creek's population is 65.0% White, 2.4% Black, 11.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 16.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Walnut Creek rank among California cities?
Walnut Creek is the 132nd largest city in California by population, the 31st highest for median household income, the 22nd lowest for poverty rate, the 10th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Walnut Creek?
The unemployment rate in Walnut Creek, CA is 5.2%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.6%. Per capita income is $80,828.
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