Chula Vista, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Chula Vista, California is 275,030 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 80th-largest city in the United States and the 15th-largest in California. The median household income is $105,173, the median home value is $697,400, and the median age is 37.0.
The population has grown 13.9% since 2010 (244,648 → 278,546).
275,030
Population
5541
People / sq mi
$105,173
Median Income
$697,400
Median Home Value
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Chula Vista covers 49.6 sq mi of land at 5541 people per square mile.
About Chula Vista, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Chula Vista: the median home is valued at $697,400. With 275,030 residents, Chula Vista is a city in California. It ranks #15 among cities in California by population.
Median household income is $105,173, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.9%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $697,400, with typical rent around $2,122.
32.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.7%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Chula Vista — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Chula Vista city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Chula Vista city had a population of 244,648 in 2010 and 278,546 in 2024, a 13.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 278,546 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.93%.
278,546
Population (2024)
244,648
Population (2010)
278,546
Peak (2024)
0.93%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 244,648 |
| 2011 | 248,318 |
| 2012 | 252,379 |
| 2013 | 256,691 |
| 2014 | 259,885 |
| 2015 | 264,206 |
| 2016 | 266,238 |
| 2017 | 269,046 |
| 2018 | 270,819 |
| 2019 | 274,492 |
| 2020 | 275,808 |
| 2021 | 275,745 |
| 2022 | 275,516 |
| 2023 | 276,181 |
| 2024 | 278,546 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 32.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$105,173
Median Household Income
$40,085
Per Capita Income
6.9%
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$697,400
Median Home Value
$2,122
Median Rent
60.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.7%
High School+
32.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.4%
Drive Alone
73.3%
Public Transit
11.7%
Work From Home
28.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.7%
Foreign Born
43.5%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
10.2%
With Disability
93.1%
Health Insurance
96.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Public Administration | 8.9% |
| Manufacturing | 7.9% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 6.6% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Common questions about Chula Vista, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Chula Vista, California has a population of 275,030 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 80th-largest city in the United States and the 15th-largest in California.
The median household income in Chula Vista, California is $105,173, with 6.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Chula Vista, California is $697,400, with median monthly rent at $2,122 and a homeownership rate of 60.2%.
The median age in Chula Vista, California is 37.0 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 13.9% since 2010 (244,648 → 278,546).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.