Yucaipa, CA Census Data
The 172nd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Yucaipa is the 172nd largest city in California by population and ranks 107th of 188 for median household income. With 54,348 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 116 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
54,348
49.0% male · 51.0% female
Median Age
36.6
2.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$92,401
$13,863 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
26.2%
8.8% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.2%
Poverty Rate
8.9%
3.5% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.4%
Broadband Access
95.8%
6.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$466,000
Median rent: $1,661 · 72% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
Labor force participation: 56.7%
Per Capita Income
$45,846
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.8%
Disability rate: 12.9%
How Yucaipa Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 172nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 107th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 72nd of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 121st of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 154th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Yucaipa, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yucaipa, CA?
The population of Yucaipa, CA is 54,348 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.6 years.
What is the median household income in Yucaipa?
The median household income in Yucaipa, CA is $92,401, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $45,846.
What is the poverty rate in Yucaipa?
The poverty rate in Yucaipa, CA is 8.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Yucaipa residents have a college degree?
26.2% of adults (25+) in Yucaipa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.2% 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 Yucaipa?
The median home value in Yucaipa, CA is $466,000. Median rent is $1,661 per month, with 72% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Yucaipa?
Yucaipa's population is 66.0% White, 1.7% Black, 36.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Yucaipa rank among California cities?
Yucaipa is the 172nd largest city in California by population, the 107th highest for median household income, the 72nd lowest for poverty rate, the 121st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Yucaipa?
The unemployment rate in Yucaipa, CA is 6.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.7%. Per capita income is $45,846.
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