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Grand Terrace, California Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Grand Terrace, California is 13,069 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 432nd-largest city in California. The median household income is $83,668, the median home value is $465,800, and the median age is 37.2.

The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (12,064 → 12,979).

13,069

Population

3710

People / sq mi

$83,668

Median Income

$465,800

Median Home Value

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Grand Terrace covers 3.5 sq mi of land at 3710 people per square mile.

About Grand Terrace, CA

Grand Terrace is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 11.5% of the population. Grand Terrace is a city in California with a population of 13,069.

The typical household here earns about $83,668, above the US median of $78,538. Only 4.6% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $465,800, with typical rent around $1,782.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 28.5% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.9% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Grand Terrace city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Grand Terrace city had a population of 12,064 in 2010 and 12,979 in 2024, a 7.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,155 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.53%.

2020 · 13K20102024
Grand Terrace city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

12,979

Population (2024)

12,064

Population (2010)

13,155

Peak (2020)

0.53%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201012,064
201112,155
201212,243
201312,301
201412,334
201512,387
201612,460
201712,557
201812,556
201912,584
202013,155
202113,147
202213,051
202312,986
202412,979

Race & Ethnicity

White47.9%
Black or African American5.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.8%
Two or More Races0.1%

Economy & Income

$83,668

Median Household Income

$36,267

Per Capita Income

4.6%

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$465,800

Median Home Value

$1,782

Median Rent

61.0%

Owner-Occupied

Education

87.0%

High School+

28.5%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.7%

Drive Alone

77.7%

Public Transit

8.9%

Work From Home

25.0 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

11.5%

Foreign Born

64.7%

Non-English at Home

6.7%

Veterans

10.3%

With Disability

93.3%

Health Insurance

93.6%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management21.2%
Manufacturing12.0%
Education, Health Care & Social Services10.5%
Retail Trade8.7%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services7.8%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate7.4%
Construction7.4%
Public Administration6.1%
Information3.8%
Agriculture & Mining1.1%
Transportation & Warehousing0.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Terrace, California has a population of 13,069 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 432nd-largest city in California.

The median household income in Grand Terrace, California is $83,668, with 4.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Grand Terrace, California is $465,800, with median monthly rent at $1,782 and a homeownership rate of 61.0%.

The median age in Grand Terrace, California is 37.2 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (12,064 → 12,979).


Grand Terrace city, CA Climate

Grand Terrace city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 325 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

18.3°C

Avg Temp

325

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Grand Terrace city, CA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January12° / 54°68 mm
February13° / 56°70 mm
March14° / 57°62 mm
April17° / 62°20 mm
May19° / 66°8 mm
June23° / 73°2 mm
July26° / 78°2 mm
August26° / 79°5 mm
September24° / 75°9 mm
October20° / 68°10 mm
November15° / 59°29 mm
December12° / 54°40 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 Grand Terrace city, CA

The most comfortable months to visit Grand Terrace city, CA are typically October, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 5°C low). February is usually the wettest month.

OctoberJuneMay

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.