Diamond Springs, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Diamond Springs, California is 12,642 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 441st-largest city in California. The median household income is $83,288, the median home value is $409,000, and the median age is 43.3.
12,642
Population
760
People / sq mi
$83,288
Median Income
$409,000
Median Home Value
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Diamond Springs covers 16.6 sq mi of land at 760 people per square mile.
About Diamond Springs, CA
Diamond Springs stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 760 people per square mile. Diamond Springs is a city in California with a population of 12,642.
The typical household here earns about $83,288, above the US median of $78,538. Roughly 10.6% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $409,000, with typical rent around $1,644.
26.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 12.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,288
Median Household Income
$40,009
Per Capita Income
10.6%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$409,000
Median Home Value
$1,644
Median Rent
68.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.5%
High School+
26.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
71.4%
Public Transit
12.5%
Work From Home
21.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.3%
Foreign Born
91.3%
Non-English at Home
8.1%
Veterans
15.0%
With Disability
97.7%
Health Insurance
94.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.5% |
| Construction | 15.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.7% |
| Public Administration | 8.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.9% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Manufacturing | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Diamond Springs, California has a population of 12,642 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 441st-largest city in California.
The median household income in Diamond Springs, California is $83,288, with 10.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Diamond Springs, California is $409,000, with median monthly rent at $1,644 and a homeownership rate of 68.3%.
The median age in Diamond Springs, California is 43.3 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
Diamond Springs Cdp, CA Climate
Diamond Springs Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F) and receives about 886 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.1°C
Avg Temp
886
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 44° | 161 mm |
| February | 9° / 48° | 133 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 139 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 70 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 21 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 8 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 4 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 5 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 19 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 54 mm |
| November | 10° / 51° | 138 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 134 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Diamond Springs Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Diamond Springs Cdp, CA are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.