Brawley, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Brawley, California is 26,934 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 285th-largest city in California. The median household income is $60,370, the median home value is $270,100, and the median age is 30.8.
The population has grown 12.6% since 2010 (25,038 → 28,188).
26,934
Population
3330
People / sq mi
$60,370
Median Income
$270,100
Median Home Value
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Brawley covers 8.1 sq mi of land at 3330 people per square mile.
About Brawley, CA
Brawley is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 6.5% of the population. With 26,934 residents, Brawley is a city in California.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $60,370, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 18.3%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $270,100, with typical rent around $954.
Brawley is among the least college-educated US cities, at 13.8% — below the national 35.0%. Around 9.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Brawley city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Brawley city had a population of 25,038 in 2010 and 28,188 in 2024, a 12.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,188 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.85%.
28,188
Population (2024)
25,038
Population (2010)
28,188
Peak (2024)
0.85%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,038 |
| 2011 | 25,226 |
| 2012 | 25,473 |
| 2013 | 25,519 |
| 2014 | 25,660 |
| 2015 | 25,728 |
| 2016 | 26,050 |
| 2017 | 26,217 |
| 2018 | 26,172 |
| 2019 | 26,227 |
| 2020 | 26,510 |
| 2021 | 26,679 |
| 2022 | 27,262 |
| 2023 | 27,818 |
| 2024 | 28,188 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 38.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,370
Median Household Income
$25,729
Per Capita Income
18.3%
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$270,100
Median Home Value
$954
Median Rent
53.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
74.4%
High School+
13.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
76.3%
Public Transit
9.3%
Work From Home
19.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.5%
Foreign Born
32.7%
Non-English at Home
2.6%
Veterans
17.3%
With Disability
94.3%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.1% |
| Public Administration | 15.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 14.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Manufacturing | 3.2% |
| Information | 2.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brawley, California has a population of 26,934 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 285th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Brawley, California is $60,370, with 18.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Brawley, California is $270,100, with median monthly rent at $954 and a homeownership rate of 53.4%.
The median age in Brawley, California is 30.8 years. The population is 50.6% male and 49.4% female.
The population has grown 12.6% since 2010 (25,038 → 28,188).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.