East Hemet, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of East Hemet, California is 20,292 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 346th-largest city in California. The median household income is $80,621, the median home value is $370,300, and the median age is 32.5.
20,292
Population
3903
People / sq mi
$80,621
Median Income
$370,300
Median Home Value
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East Hemet covers 5.2 sq mi of land at 3903 people per square mile.
About East Hemet, CA
East Hemet is defined demographically by education — 10.8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 20,292 residents, East Hemet is a city in California.
Median household income is $80,621, near the US median of $78,538. Roughly 17.4% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $370,300, with typical rent around $1,620.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US cities, 10.8%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 55.1% |
| Black or African American | 4.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$80,621
Median Household Income
$25,752
Per Capita Income
17.4%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$370,300
Median Home Value
$1,620
Median Rent
62.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
78.9%
High School+
10.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
75.6%
Public Transit
7.8%
Work From Home
35.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.6%
Foreign Born
65.8%
Non-English at Home
7.2%
Veterans
14.8%
With Disability
87.6%
Health Insurance
98.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.8% |
| Construction | 12.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 8.1% |
| Manufacturing | 7.5% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.3% |
| Information | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
East Hemet, California has a population of 20,292 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 346th-largest city in California.
The median household income in East Hemet, California is $80,621, with 17.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in East Hemet, California is $370,300, with median monthly rent at $1,620 and a homeownership rate of 62.8%.
The median age in East Hemet, California is 32.5 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
East Hemet Cdp, CA Climate
East Hemet Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) and receives about 320 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.8°C
Avg Temp
320
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 51° | 61 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 59 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 53 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 23 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 10 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 2 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 4 mm |
| August | 26° / 80° | 8 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 14 mm |
| October | 20° / 67° | 10 mm |
| November | 14° / 58° | 35 mm |
| December | 11° / 51° | 41 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 East Hemet Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit East Hemet Cdp, CA are typically June, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 37°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.