Fullerton, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fullerton, California is 141,278 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 42nd-largest city in California. The median household income is $104,219, the median home value is $859,600, and the median age is 36.1.
The population has grown 3.5% since 2010 (135,291 → 140,054).
141,278
Population
6301
People / sq mi
$104,219
Median Income
$859,600
Median Home Value
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Fullerton covers 22.4 sq mi of land at 6301 people per square mile.
About Fullerton, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Fullerton: the median home is valued at $859,600. With 141,278 residents, Fullerton is a city in California. It ranks #42 among cities in California by population.
Median household income is $104,219, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.0%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $859,600, with typical rent around $2,124.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 43.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Around 12.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Fullerton — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Fullerton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fullerton city had a population of 135,291 in 2010 and 140,054 in 2024, a 3.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 143,398 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.25%.
140,054
Population (2024)
135,291
Population (2010)
143,398
Peak (2020)
0.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 135,291 |
| 2011 | 136,386 |
| 2012 | 138,103 |
| 2013 | 138,637 |
| 2014 | 138,840 |
| 2015 | 139,982 |
| 2016 | 140,454 |
| 2017 | 139,744 |
| 2018 | 139,273 |
| 2019 | 138,632 |
| 2020 | 143,398 |
| 2021 | 140,260 |
| 2022 | 140,890 |
| 2023 | 140,142 |
| 2024 | 140,054 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.0% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$104,219
Median Household Income
$48,061
Per Capita Income
8.0%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$859,600
Median Home Value
$2,124
Median Rent
51.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.3%
High School+
43.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.2%
Drive Alone
70.6%
Public Transit
12.6%
Work From Home
30.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.5%
Foreign Born
53.6%
Non-English at Home
3.5%
Veterans
8.7%
With Disability
92.7%
Health Insurance
97.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.4% |
| Manufacturing | 12.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.8% |
| Construction | 7.1% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fullerton, California has a population of 141,278 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 42nd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Fullerton, California is $104,219, with 8.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fullerton, California is $859,600, with median monthly rent at $2,124 and a homeownership rate of 51.5%.
The median age in Fullerton, California is 36.1 years. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female.
The population has grown 3.5% since 2010 (135,291 → 140,054).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.