Gilroy, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Gilroy, California is 58,561 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 162nd-largest city in California. The median household income is $131,554, the median home value is $975,800, and the median age is 36.0.
The population has grown 23.2% since 2010 (49,006 → 60,390).
58,561
Population
3541
People / sq mi
$131,554
Median Income
$975,800
Median Home Value
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Gilroy covers 16.5 sq mi of land at 3541 people per square mile.
About Gilroy, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Gilroy: the median home is valued at $975,800. Gilroy is a city in California with a population of 58,561.
The typical household earns $131,554 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 4.4%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $975,800, with typical rent around $2,270.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 28.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 12.6% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Gilroy — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Gilroy city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Gilroy city had a population of 49,006 in 2010 and 60,390 in 2024, a 23.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 60,390 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.51%.
60,390
Population (2024)
49,006
Population (2010)
60,390
Peak (2024)
1.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 49,006 |
| 2011 | 49,700 |
| 2012 | 50,718 |
| 2013 | 51,893 |
| 2014 | 52,538 |
| 2015 | 53,259 |
| 2016 | 55,369 |
| 2017 | 57,549 |
| 2018 | 58,588 |
| 2019 | 59,032 |
| 2020 | 59,399 |
| 2021 | 58,079 |
| 2022 | 58,123 |
| 2023 | 59,008 |
| 2024 | 60,390 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 38.4% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$131,554
Median Household Income
$46,830
Per Capita Income
4.4%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$975,800
Median Home Value
$2,270
Median Rent
62.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.6%
High School+
28.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.6%
Drive Alone
68.7%
Public Transit
12.6%
Work From Home
33.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.3%
Foreign Born
54.5%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
9.3%
With Disability
93.9%
Health Insurance
98.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.5% |
| Manufacturing | 11.2% |
| Construction | 11.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.8% |
| Information | 3.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gilroy, California has a population of 58,561 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 162nd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Gilroy, California is $131,554, with 4.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Gilroy, California is $975,800, with median monthly rent at $2,270 and a homeownership rate of 62.8%.
The median age in Gilroy, California is 36.0 years. The population is 50.7% male and 49.3% female.
The population has grown 23.2% since 2010 (49,006 → 60,390).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.