Fallbrook, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fallbrook, California is 32,467 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 253rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $87,293, the median home value is $713,000, and the median age is 34.4.
32,467
Population
1851
People / sq mi
$87,293
Median Income
$713,000
Median Home Value
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Fallbrook covers 17.5 sq mi of land at 1851 people per square mile.
About Fallbrook, CA
In Fallbrook, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $713,000. Fallbrook is a city in California with a population of 32,467.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $87,293 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 10.8%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $713,000, with typical rent around $1,675.
27.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 9.1% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Fallbrook — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 50.2% |
| Black or African American | 2.7% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$87,293
Median Household Income
$34,747
Per Capita Income
10.8%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$713,000
Median Home Value
$1,675
Median Rent
59.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
82.7%
High School+
27.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.7%
Drive Alone
76.3%
Public Transit
9.1%
Work From Home
31.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.3%
Foreign Born
57.4%
Non-English at Home
10.1%
Veterans
10.3%
With Disability
88.2%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.6% |
| Construction | 10.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.8% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fallbrook, California has a population of 32,467 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 253rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Fallbrook, California is $87,293, with 10.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fallbrook, California is $713,000, with median monthly rent at $1,675 and a homeownership rate of 59.5%.
The median age in Fallbrook, California is 34.4 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
Fallbrook Cdp, CA Climate
Fallbrook Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F) and receives about 329 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.5°C
Avg Temp
329
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 54° | 64 mm |
| February | 13° / 55° | 61 mm |
| March | 14° / 56° | 57 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 27 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 8 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 2 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 1 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 4 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 10 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 9 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 39 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 47 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 Fallbrook Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Fallbrook Cdp, CA are typically June, October and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.