Carson, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Carson, California is 93,523 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 83rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $107,391, the median home value is $645,600, and the median age is 41.9.
The population has declined 0.3% since 2010 (91,599 → 91,358).
93,523
Population
4993
People / sq mi
$107,391
Median Income
$645,600
Median Home Value
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Carson covers 18.7 sq mi of land at 4993 people per square mile.
About Carson, CA
Carson is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 10.3% of the population. Carson is a city in California with a population of 93,523.
Median household income is $107,391, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.3%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $645,600, with typical rent around $1,914.
29.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Just 8.1% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Carson city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Carson city had a population of 91,599 in 2010 and 91,358 in 2024, a -0.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 95,422 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: -0.01%.
91,358
Population (2024)
91,599
Population (2010)
95,422
Peak (2020)
-0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 91,599 |
| 2011 | 91,690 |
| 2012 | 92,162 |
| 2013 | 92,535 |
| 2014 | 92,684 |
| 2015 | 92,752 |
| 2016 | 92,572 |
| 2017 | 92,193 |
| 2018 | 91,626 |
| 2019 | 91,394 |
| 2020 | 95,422 |
| 2021 | 93,271 |
| 2022 | 92,448 |
| 2023 | 91,775 |
| 2024 | 91,358 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 17.4% |
| Black or African American | 22.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$107,391
Median Household Income
$37,986
Per Capita Income
6.3%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$645,600
Median Home Value
$1,914
Median Rent
74.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.5%
High School+
29.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.7%
Drive Alone
78.2%
Public Transit
8.1%
Work From Home
26.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.3%
Foreign Born
46.4%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
12.8%
With Disability
92.6%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.5% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Retail Trade | 10.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Public Administration | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carson, California has a population of 93,523 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 83rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Carson, California is $107,391, with 6.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Carson, California is $645,600, with median monthly rent at $1,914 and a homeownership rate of 74.0%.
The median age in Carson, California is 41.9 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has declined 0.3% since 2010 (91,599 → 91,358).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.