American Canyon, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of American Canyon, California is 21,698 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 335th-largest city in California. The median household income is $123,935, the median home value is $660,100, and the median age is 36.2.
The population has grown 10.7% since 2010 (19,633 → 21,742).
21,698
Population
3569
People / sq mi
$123,935
Median Income
$660,100
Median Home Value
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American Canyon covers 6.1 sq mi of land at 3569 people per square mile.
About American Canyon, CA
American Canyon is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 8.6% of the population. American Canyon is a city in California with a population of 21,698.
The typical household earns $123,935 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.4%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $660,100, with typical rent around $2,399.
32.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 8.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
American Canyon city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of American Canyon city had a population of 19,633 in 2010 and 21,742 in 2024, a 10.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,809 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.75%.
21,742
Population (2024)
19,633
Population (2010)
21,809
Peak (2021)
0.75%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,633 |
| 2011 | 19,839 |
| 2012 | 20,011 |
| 2013 | 20,224 |
| 2014 | 20,285 |
| 2015 | 20,317 |
| 2016 | 20,268 |
| 2017 | 20,055 |
| 2018 | 20,211 |
| 2019 | 20,475 |
| 2020 | 21,798 |
| 2021 | 21,809 |
| 2022 | 21,638 |
| 2023 | 21,564 |
| 2024 | 21,742 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 30.0% |
| Black or African American | 5.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$123,935
Median Household Income
$43,301
Per Capita Income
7.4%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$660,100
Median Home Value
$2,399
Median Rent
77.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.7%
High School+
32.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.0%
Drive Alone
76.3%
Public Transit
8.5%
Work From Home
31.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
8.6%
Foreign Born
56.7%
Non-English at Home
5.3%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
94.4%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.3% |
| Public Administration | 7.3% |
| Manufacturing | 6.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
American Canyon, California has a population of 21,698 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 335th-largest city in California.
The median household income in American Canyon, California is $123,935, with 7.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in American Canyon, California is $660,100, with median monthly rent at $2,399 and a homeownership rate of 77.9%.
The median age in American Canyon, California is 36.2 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 10.7% since 2010 (19,633 → 21,742).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.