Bell, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bell, California is 32,830 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 247th-largest city in California. The median household income is $60,641, the median home value is $561,400, and the median age is 33.9.
The population has declined 10.0% since 2010 (35,481 → 31,930).
32,830
Population
13090
People / sq mi
$60,641
Median Income
$561,400
Median Home Value
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Bell covers 2.5 sq mi of land at 13090 people per square mile.
About Bell, CA
Bell is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 2.3% of the population. Bell is a city in California with a population of 32,830.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $60,641, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 19.3%, above the national 12.4%. The median home value is $561,400, with typical rent around $1,538.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 8.7%, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Bell city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bell city had a population of 35,481 in 2010 and 31,930 in 2024, a -10.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 35,892 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.74%.
31,930
Population (2024)
35,481
Population (2010)
35,892
Peak (2015)
-0.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 35,481 |
| 2011 | 35,640 |
| 2012 | 35,758 |
| 2013 | 35,847 |
| 2014 | 35,874 |
| 2015 | 35,892 |
| 2016 | 35,756 |
| 2017 | 35,596 |
| 2018 | 35,612 |
| 2019 | 35,521 |
| 2020 | 33,449 |
| 2021 | 32,713 |
| 2022 | 32,286 |
| 2023 | 32,041 |
| 2024 | 31,930 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 31.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,641
Median Household Income
$22,004
Per Capita Income
19.3%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$561,400
Median Home Value
$1,538
Median Rent
26.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
57.5%
High School+
8.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.6%
Drive Alone
75.2%
Public Transit
4.0%
Work From Home
31.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
2.3%
Foreign Born
13.1%
Non-English at Home
2.6%
Veterans
10.7%
With Disability
86.8%
Health Insurance
93.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.4% |
| Manufacturing | 14.3% |
| Retail Trade | 10.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.1% |
| Construction | 9.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Public Administration | 2.3% |
| Information | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bell, California has a population of 32,830 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 247th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Bell, California is $60,641, with 19.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bell, California is $561,400, with median monthly rent at $1,538 and a homeownership rate of 26.7%.
The median age in Bell, California is 33.9 years. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.
The population has declined 10.0% since 2010 (35,481 → 31,930).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.