Colton, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Colton, California is 53,798 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 173rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $69,581, the median home value is $411,100, and the median age is 33.9.
The population has grown 2.4% since 2010 (52,261 → 53,528).
53,798
Population
3442
People / sq mi
$69,581
Median Income
$411,100
Median Home Value
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Colton covers 15.6 sq mi of land at 3442 people per square mile.
About Colton, CA
Colton is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 7.5% of the population. Colton is a city in California with a population of 53,798.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $69,581 — below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.1% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $411,100, with typical rent around $1,608.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 16.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Colton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Colton city had a population of 52,261 in 2010 and 53,528 in 2024, a 2.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 54,824 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.17%.
53,528
Population (2024)
52,261
Population (2010)
54,824
Peak (2019)
0.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 52,261 |
| 2011 | 52,712 |
| 2012 | 52,945 |
| 2013 | 53,105 |
| 2014 | 53,706 |
| 2015 | 54,291 |
| 2016 | 54,507 |
| 2017 | 54,680 |
| 2018 | 54,637 |
| 2019 | 54,824 |
| 2020 | 53,974 |
| 2021 | 54,083 |
| 2022 | 53,787 |
| 2023 | 53,528 |
| 2024 | 53,528 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 27.6% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.6% |
Economy & Income
$69,581
Median Household Income
$26,757
Per Capita Income
12.1%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$411,100
Median Home Value
$1,608
Median Rent
52.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
75.3%
High School+
16.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.1%
Drive Alone
76.5%
Public Transit
8.4%
Work From Home
28.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.5%
Foreign Born
46.8%
Non-English at Home
4.5%
Veterans
11.9%
With Disability
90.2%
Health Insurance
95.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.9% |
| Retail Trade | 13.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.7% |
| Construction | 8.4% |
| Manufacturing | 7.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Information | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Colton, California has a population of 53,798 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 173rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Colton, California is $69,581, with 12.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Colton, California is $411,100, with median monthly rent at $1,608 and a homeownership rate of 52.3%.
The median age in Colton, California is 33.9 years. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.
The population has grown 2.4% since 2010 (52,261 → 53,528).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.