Gardena, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Gardena, California is 59,765 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 156th-largest city in California. The median household income is $79,291, the median home value is $667,600, and the median age is 39.8.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (58,835 → 58,921).
59,765
Population
10253
People / sq mi
$79,291
Median Income
$667,600
Median Home Value
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Gardena covers 5.8 sq mi of land at 10253 people per square mile.
About Gardena, CA
What distinguishes Gardena is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 10,253 people per square mile. Gardena is a city in California with a population of 59,765.
Median household income is $79,291, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.7%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $667,600, with typical rent around $1,761.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 28.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 8.8% of the workforce is home-based, 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 Gardena: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Gardena city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Gardena city had a population of 58,835 in 2010 and 58,921 in 2024, a 0.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 60,828 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.02%.
58,921
Population (2024)
58,835
Population (2010)
60,828
Peak (2020)
0.02%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 58,835 |
| 2011 | 59,114 |
| 2012 | 59,368 |
| 2013 | 59,788 |
| 2014 | 59,843 |
| 2015 | 59,946 |
| 2016 | 59,873 |
| 2017 | 59,871 |
| 2018 | 59,540 |
| 2019 | 59,329 |
| 2020 | 60,828 |
| 2021 | 59,586 |
| 2022 | 58,946 |
| 2023 | 58,794 |
| 2024 | 58,921 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 14.2% |
| Black or African American | 18.9% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$79,291
Median Household Income
$35,807
Per Capita Income
7.7%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$667,600
Median Home Value
$1,761
Median Rent
48.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
81.2%
High School+
28.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.7%
Drive Alone
73.4%
Public Transit
8.8%
Work From Home
28.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.6%
Foreign Born
46.2%
Non-English at Home
3.5%
Veterans
12.6%
With Disability
89.9%
Health Insurance
95.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Retail Trade | 9.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.3% |
| Public Administration | 5.6% |
| Construction | 5.4% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gardena, California has a population of 59,765 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 156th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Gardena, California is $79,291, with 7.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Gardena, California is $667,600, with median monthly rent at $1,761 and a homeownership rate of 48.9%.
The median age in Gardena, California is 39.8 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (58,835 → 58,921).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.