Bonita, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bonita, California is 13,336 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 428th-largest city in California. The median household income is $117,750, the median home value is $902,200, and the median age is 45.9.
13,336
Population
2658
People / sq mi
$117,750
Median Income
$902,200
Median Home Value
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Bonita covers 5.0 sq mi of land at 2658 people per square mile.
About Bonita, CA
In Bonita, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $902,200. With 13,336 residents, Bonita is a city in California.
The typical household earns $117,750 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.3%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $902,200, with typical rent around $2,234.
39.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. About 15.2% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Bonita — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 41.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$117,750
Median Household Income
$58,271
Per Capita Income
6.3%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$902,200
Median Home Value
$2,234
Median Rent
79.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.4%
High School+
39.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
78.7%
Public Transit
15.2%
Work From Home
24.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.3%
Foreign Born
59.8%
Non-English at Home
9.7%
Veterans
9.3%
With Disability
94.6%
Health Insurance
95.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.5% |
| Public Administration | 8.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.4% |
| Retail Trade | 6.2% |
| Information | 6.1% |
| Manufacturing | 4.5% |
| Construction | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bonita, California has a population of 13,336 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 428th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Bonita, California is $117,750, with 6.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bonita, California is $902,200, with median monthly rent at $2,234 and a homeownership rate of 79.0%.
The median age in Bonita, California is 45.9 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
Bonita Cdp, CA Climate
Bonita Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F) and receives about 292 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.2°C
Avg Temp
292
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 57° | 57 mm |
| February | 15° / 58° | 55 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 60 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 23 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 5 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 2 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 1 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 6 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 11 mm |
| November | 17° / 62° | 32 mm |
| December | 14° / 57° | 37 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 Bonita Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Bonita Cdp, CA are typically June, July and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near 8°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.