Westminster, CA Census Data
The 91st largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Westminster is the 91st largest city in California by population and ranks 136th of 188 for median household income. With 90,147 residents, its poverty rate of 15.8% 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
90,147
49.9% male · 50.1% female
Median Age
41.7
3.0 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$82,686
$4,148 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
26.5%
8.5% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 77.8%
Poverty Rate
15.8%
3.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.6%
Broadband Access
96.5%
6.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$820,000
Median rent: $2,100 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.4%
Labor force participation: 56.2%
Per Capita Income
$39,821
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.4%
Disability rate: 12.3%
How Westminster Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 91st of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 136th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 160th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 120th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 64th of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Westminster, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Westminster, CA?
The population of Westminster, CA is 90,147 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 41.7 years.
What is the median household income in Westminster?
The median household income in Westminster, CA is $82,686, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $39,821.
What is the poverty rate in Westminster?
The poverty rate in Westminster, CA is 15.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Westminster residents have a college degree?
26.5% of adults (25+) in Westminster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 77.8% 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 Westminster?
The median home value in Westminster, CA is $820,000. Median rent is $2,100 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Westminster?
Westminster's population is 24.4% White, 0.9% Black, 24.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 51.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Westminster rank among California cities?
Westminster is the 91st largest city in California by population, the 136th highest for median household income, the 160th lowest for poverty rate, the 120th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Westminster?
The unemployment rate in Westminster, CA is 7.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.2%. Per capita income is $39,821.
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