Calexico, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Calexico, California is 38,476 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 223rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $50,021, the median home value is $281,700, and the median age is 33.5.
The population has grown 0.2% since 2010 (38,661 → 38,744).
38,476
Population
4545
People / sq mi
$50,021
Median Income
$281,700
Median Home Value
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Calexico covers 8.5 sq mi of land at 4545 people per square mile.
About Calexico, CA
Calexico is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 2.1% of the population. With 38,476 residents, Calexico is a city in California.
The typical household earns $50,021, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 17.7%, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $281,700, with typical rent around $1,049.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 21.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.2% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Calexico city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Calexico city had a population of 38,661 in 2010 and 38,744 in 2024, a 0.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 40,083 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.02%.
38,744
Population (2024)
38,661
Population (2010)
40,083
Peak (2017)
0.02%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 38,661 |
| 2011 | 38,927 |
| 2012 | 39,147 |
| 2013 | 39,298 |
| 2014 | 39,550 |
| 2015 | 39,767 |
| 2016 | 40,028 |
| 2017 | 40,083 |
| 2018 | 40,072 |
| 2019 | 39,825 |
| 2020 | 38,582 |
| 2021 | 38,550 |
| 2022 | 38,475 |
| 2023 | 38,563 |
| 2024 | 38,744 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 27.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$50,021
Median Household Income
$20,185
Per Capita Income
17.7%
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$281,700
Median Home Value
$1,049
Median Rent
51.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
65.0%
High School+
21.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.4%
Drive Alone
79.5%
Public Transit
7.2%
Work From Home
24.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
2.1%
Foreign Born
6.4%
Non-English at Home
1.2%
Veterans
13.1%
With Disability
92.7%
Health Insurance
92.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 8.6% |
| Retail Trade | 7.6% |
| Public Administration | 7.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.5% |
| Construction | 5.3% |
| Manufacturing | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Calexico, California has a population of 38,476 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 223rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Calexico, California is $50,021, with 17.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Calexico, California is $281,700, with median monthly rent at $1,049 and a homeownership rate of 51.4%.
The median age in Calexico, California is 33.5 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 0.2% since 2010 (38,661 → 38,744).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.