Cudahy, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Cudahy, California is 22,325 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 326th-largest city in California. The median household income is $52,748, the median home value is $505,300, and the median age is 30.5.
The population has declined 8.9% since 2010 (23,809 → 21,694).
22,325
Population
18984
People / sq mi
$52,748
Median Income
$505,300
Median Home Value
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Cudahy covers 1.2 sq mi of land at 18984 people per square mile.
About Cudahy, CA
Cudahy is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 1.3% of the population. Cudahy is a city in California with a population of 22,325.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $52,748, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 25.1%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. The median home value is $505,300, with typical rent around $1,667.
Cudahy is among the least college-educated US cities, at 6.2% — below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Cudahy city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Cudahy city had a population of 23,809 in 2010 and 21,694 in 2024, a -8.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 24,111 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.66%.
21,694
Population (2024)
23,809
Population (2010)
24,111
Peak (2015)
-0.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,809 |
| 2011 | 23,901 |
| 2012 | 23,987 |
| 2013 | 24,050 |
| 2014 | 24,070 |
| 2015 | 24,111 |
| 2016 | 24,039 |
| 2017 | 23,934 |
| 2018 | 23,755 |
| 2019 | 23,569 |
| 2020 | 22,722 |
| 2021 | 22,239 |
| 2022 | 21,980 |
| 2023 | 21,815 |
| 2024 | 21,694 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 27.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$52,748
Median Household Income
$17,618
Per Capita Income
25.1%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$505,300
Median Home Value
$1,667
Median Rent
11.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
53.9%
High School+
6.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.6%
Drive Alone
74.0%
Public Transit
3.6%
Work From Home
32.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
1.3%
Foreign Born
10.5%
Non-English at Home
0.7%
Veterans
7.9%
With Disability
82.7%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 14.6% |
| Retail Trade | 12.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.9% |
| Manufacturing | 11.4% |
| Construction | 9.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Information | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cudahy, California has a population of 22,325 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 326th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Cudahy, California is $52,748, with 25.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Cudahy, California is $505,300, with median monthly rent at $1,667 and a homeownership rate of 11.8%.
The median age in Cudahy, California is 30.5 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The population has declined 8.9% since 2010 (23,809 → 21,694).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.