Avenal, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Avenal, California is 13,441 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 427th-largest city in California. The median household income is $52,986, the median home value is $224,800, and the median age is 32.3.
The population has declined 7.7% since 2010 (15,278 → 14,108).
13,441
Population
690
People / sq mi
$52,986
Median Income
$224,800
Median Home Value
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Avenal covers 19.5 sq mi of land at 690 people per square mile.
About Avenal, CA
Avenal is defined demographically by education — 4.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 13,441 residents, Avenal is a city in California.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $52,986, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 16.7% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $224,800, with typical rent around $1,060.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 4.4%, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 1.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Avenal city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Avenal city had a population of 15,278 in 2010 and 14,108 in 2024, a -7.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,278 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.49%.
14,108
Population (2024)
15,278
Population (2010)
15,278
Peak (2010)
-0.49%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,278 |
| 2011 | 15,095 |
| 2012 | 14,858 |
| 2013 | 14,133 |
| 2014 | 13,257 |
| 2015 | 13,236 |
| 2016 | 12,434 |
| 2017 | 12,407 |
| 2018 | 13,218 |
| 2019 | 13,496 |
| 2020 | 13,458 |
| 2021 | 12,826 |
| 2022 | 13,519 |
| 2023 | 14,094 |
| 2024 | 14,108 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 21.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.3% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$52,986
Median Household Income
$13,664
Per Capita Income
16.7%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$224,800
Median Home Value
$1,060
Median Rent
44.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
51.2%
High School+
4.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
74.2%
Public Transit
1.8%
Work From Home
31.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
3.9%
Foreign Born
22.8%
Non-English at Home
2.2%
Veterans
10.8%
With Disability
85.5%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Agriculture & Mining | 37.3% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.7% |
| Manufacturing | 11.1% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 3.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 2.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.7% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Information | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Avenal, California has a population of 13,441 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 427th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Avenal, California is $52,986, with 16.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Avenal, California is $224,800, with median monthly rent at $1,060 and a homeownership rate of 44.8%.
The median age in Avenal, California is 32.3 years. The population is 62.9% male and 37.1% female.
The population has declined 7.7% since 2010 (15,278 → 14,108).
Avenal city, CA Climate
Avenal city, CA has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F) and receives about 218 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.3°C
Avg Temp
218
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 47° | 44 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 42 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 33 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 17 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 5 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 1 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 1 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 1 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 8 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 10 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 26 mm |
| December | 8° / 47° | 30 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 Avenal city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Avenal city, CA are typically May, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 38°C high). The coldest is December (near 1°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.