Alhambra, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Alhambra, California is 81,483 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 107th-largest city in California. The median household income is $85,189, the median home value is $812,700, and the median age is 41.9.
The population has declined 3.5% since 2010 (83,160 → 80,279).
81,483
Population
10678
People / sq mi
$85,189
Median Income
$812,700
Median Home Value
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Alhambra covers 7.6 sq mi of land at 10678 people per square mile.
About Alhambra, CA
Alhambra stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 10,678 people per square mile. Alhambra is a city in California with a population of 81,483.
Median household income is $85,189, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.2%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $812,700, with typical rent around $1,852.
Roughly 39.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 12.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Alhambra: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Alhambra city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Alhambra city had a population of 83,160 in 2010 and 80,279 in 2024, a -3.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 85,221 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.25%.
80,279
Population (2024)
83,160
Population (2010)
85,221
Peak (2016)
-0.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 83,160 |
| 2011 | 83,594 |
| 2012 | 84,120 |
| 2013 | 84,337 |
| 2014 | 84,786 |
| 2015 | 84,843 |
| 2016 | 85,221 |
| 2017 | 84,878 |
| 2018 | 84,373 |
| 2019 | 83,750 |
| 2020 | 82,650 |
| 2021 | 81,226 |
| 2022 | 80,538 |
| 2023 | 80,244 |
| 2024 | 80,279 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 14.8% |
| Black or African American | 2.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$85,189
Median Household Income
$42,036
Per Capita Income
9.2%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$812,700
Median Home Value
$1,852
Median Rent
42.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.6%
High School+
39.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.6%
Drive Alone
71.6%
Public Transit
12.3%
Work From Home
30.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.6%
Foreign Born
31.5%
Non-English at Home
2.7%
Veterans
10.0%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
96.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Manufacturing | 9.0% |
| Retail Trade | 7.2% |
| Public Administration | 6.7% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alhambra, California has a population of 81,483 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 107th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Alhambra, California is $85,189, with 9.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Alhambra, California is $812,700, with median monthly rent at $1,852 and a homeownership rate of 42.0%.
The median age in Alhambra, California is 41.9 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
The population has declined 3.5% since 2010 (83,160 → 80,279).
Alhambra city, CA Climate
Alhambra city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 464 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.3°C
Avg Temp
464
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 56° | 99 mm |
| February | 14° / 57° | 108 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 94 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 27 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 8 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 3 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 1 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 8 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 13 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 42 mm |
| December | 13° / 56° | 58 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Alhambra city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Alhambra city, CA are typically June, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.