Garden Grove, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Garden Grove, California is 170,603 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 30th-largest city in California. The median household income is $90,166, the median home value is $765,500, and the median age is 39.6.
The population has grown 0.7% since 2010 (171,181 → 172,361).
170,603
Population
9503
People / sq mi
$90,166
Median Income
$765,500
Median Home Value
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Garden Grove covers 18.0 sq mi of land at 9503 people per square mile.
About Garden Grove, CA
Garden Grove stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 9,503 people per square mile. Garden Grove is a city in California with a population of 170,603. It ranks #30 among cities in California by population.
Median household income is $90,166, above the US median of $78,538. About 9.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $765,500, with typical rent around $1,971.
Roughly 24.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 10.1% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Garden Grove: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Garden Grove city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Garden Grove city had a population of 171,181 in 2010 and 172,361 in 2024, a 0.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 174,571 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: 0.05%.
172,361
Population (2024)
171,181
Population (2010)
174,571
Peak (2016)
0.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 171,181 |
| 2011 | 172,957 |
| 2012 | 173,809 |
| 2013 | 174,422 |
| 2014 | 174,423 |
| 2015 | 174,343 |
| 2016 | 174,571 |
| 2017 | 173,422 |
| 2018 | 172,195 |
| 2019 | 171,644 |
| 2020 | 171,866 |
| 2021 | 170,644 |
| 2022 | 169,865 |
| 2023 | 170,138 |
| 2024 | 172,361 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 28.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$90,166
Median Household Income
$32,387
Per Capita Income
9.4%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$765,500
Median Home Value
$1,971
Median Rent
53.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
75.4%
High School+
24.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
73.9%
Public Transit
10.1%
Work From Home
28.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.5%
Foreign Born
32.1%
Non-English at Home
2.7%
Veterans
11.2%
With Disability
91.9%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.1% |
| Manufacturing | 17.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.3% |
| Construction | 7.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.2% |
| Information | 5.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Common questions about Garden Grove, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Garden Grove, California has a population of 170,603 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 30th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Garden Grove, California is $90,166, with 9.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Garden Grove, California is $765,500, with median monthly rent at $1,971 and a homeownership rate of 53.6%.
The median age in Garden Grove, California is 39.6 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 0.7% since 2010 (171,181 → 172,361).
Garden Grove city, CA Climate
Garden Grove city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 350 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.3°C
Avg Temp
350
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 57° | 76 mm |
| February | 15° / 59° | 77 mm |
| March | 15° / 60° | 67 mm |
| April | 17° / 63° | 20 mm |
| May | 19° / 65° | 5 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 2 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 1 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 7 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 10 mm |
| November | 17° / 62° | 34 mm |
| December | 14° / 57° | 48 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 Garden Grove city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Garden Grove city, CA are typically June, October and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 29°C high). The coldest is December (near 7°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.