Corona, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Corona, California is 158,839 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest city in California. The median household income is $106,438, the median home value is $656,500, and the median age is 37.3.
The population has grown 5.5% since 2010 (153,052 → 161,540).
158,839
Population
3982
People / sq mi
$106,438
Median Income
$656,500
Median Home Value
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Corona covers 39.9 sq mi of land at 3982 people per square mile.
About Corona, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Corona: the median home is valued at $656,500. Corona is a city in California with a population of 158,839. It ranks #35 among cities in California by population.
The typical household earns $106,438 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.5%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $656,500, with typical rent around $2,136.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 30.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 11.9% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Corona — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Corona city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Corona city had a population of 153,052 in 2010 and 161,540 in 2024, a 5.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 169,868 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.41%.
161,540
Population (2024)
153,052
Population (2010)
169,868
Peak (2019)
0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 153,052 |
| 2011 | 154,693 |
| 2012 | 157,405 |
| 2013 | 158,763 |
| 2014 | 160,419 |
| 2015 | 163,154 |
| 2016 | 166,067 |
| 2017 | 167,310 |
| 2018 | 168,476 |
| 2019 | 169,868 |
| 2020 | 157,349 |
| 2021 | 159,146 |
| 2022 | 159,776 |
| 2023 | 160,491 |
| 2024 | 161,540 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 41.6% |
| Black or African American | 5.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$106,438
Median Household Income
$40,453
Per Capita Income
7.5%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$656,500
Median Home Value
$2,136
Median Rent
63.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.8%
High School+
30.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
76.2%
Public Transit
11.9%
Work From Home
35.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.6%
Foreign Born
55.0%
Non-English at Home
4.4%
Veterans
9.0%
With Disability
91.6%
Health Insurance
97.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.0% |
| Manufacturing | 12.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.7% |
| Construction | 7.0% |
| Retail Trade | 6.4% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Common questions about Corona, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Corona, California has a population of 158,839 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Corona, California is $106,438, with 7.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Corona, California is $656,500, with median monthly rent at $2,136 and a homeownership rate of 63.4%.
The median age in Corona, California is 37.3 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 5.5% since 2010 (153,052 → 161,540).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.