Apple Valley, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Apple Valley, California is 75,478 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 121st-largest city in California. The median household income is $65,926, the median home value is $377,300, and the median age is 35.5.
The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (69,307 → 75,029).
75,478
Population
980
People / sq mi
$65,926
Median Income
$377,300
Median Home Value
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Apple Valley covers 77.0 sq mi of land at 980 people per square mile.
About Apple Valley, CA
Apple Valley stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 980 people per square mile. With 75,478 residents, Apple Valley is a city in California.
The typical household here earns about $65,926, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.1%, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $377,300, with typical rent around $1,373.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 19.5%, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 41 minutes each way.
Apple Valley town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Apple Valley town had a population of 69,307 in 2010 and 75,029 in 2024, a 8.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 75,858 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.57%.
75,029
Population (2024)
69,307
Population (2010)
75,858
Peak (2020)
0.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 69,307 |
| 2011 | 70,025 |
| 2012 | 70,381 |
| 2013 | 70,706 |
| 2014 | 71,141 |
| 2015 | 71,747 |
| 2016 | 72,262 |
| 2017 | 72,871 |
| 2018 | 73,349 |
| 2019 | 73,453 |
| 2020 | 75,858 |
| 2021 | 75,805 |
| 2022 | 75,422 |
| 2023 | 75,133 |
| 2024 | 75,029 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$65,926
Median Household Income
$30,495
Per Capita Income
12.1%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$377,300
Median Home Value
$1,373
Median Rent
69.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.0%
High School+
19.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
76.3%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
41.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.8%
Foreign Born
74.3%
Non-English at Home
8.6%
Veterans
15.9%
With Disability
93.9%
Health Insurance
97.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.8% |
| Retail Trade | 9.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.7% |
| Manufacturing | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Construction | 6.2% |
| Public Administration | 6.2% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Apple Valley, California has a population of 75,478 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 121st-largest city in California.
The median household income in Apple Valley, California is $65,926, with 12.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Apple Valley, California is $377,300, with median monthly rent at $1,373 and a homeownership rate of 69.3%.
The median age in Apple Valley, California is 35.5 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (69,307 → 75,029).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.