Grover Beach, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Grover Beach, California is 12,687 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 440th-largest city in California. The median household income is $82,534, the median home value is $691,900, and the median age is 40.5.
The population has declined 4.9% since 2010 (13,176 → 12,534).
12,687
Population
5487
People / sq mi
$82,534
Median Income
$691,900
Median Home Value
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Grover Beach covers 2.3 sq mi of land at 5487 people per square mile.
About Grover Beach, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Grover Beach: the median home is valued at $691,900. With 12,687 residents, Grover Beach is a city in California.
The typical household here earns about $82,534, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.4%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $691,900, with typical rent around $1,921.
26.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 13.3%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Grover Beach — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Grover Beach city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Grover Beach city had a population of 13,176 in 2010 and 12,534 in 2024, a -4.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,586 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.34%.
12,534
Population (2024)
13,176
Population (2010)
13,586
Peak (2016)
-0.34%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,176 |
| 2011 | 13,210 |
| 2012 | 13,307 |
| 2013 | 13,403 |
| 2014 | 13,464 |
| 2015 | 13,526 |
| 2016 | 13,586 |
| 2017 | 13,585 |
| 2018 | 13,501 |
| 2019 | 13,459 |
| 2020 | 12,668 |
| 2021 | 12,701 |
| 2022 | 12,625 |
| 2023 | 12,547 |
| 2024 | 12,534 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 65.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$82,534
Median Household Income
$41,607
Per Capita Income
10.4%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$691,900
Median Home Value
$1,921
Median Rent
55.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.1%
High School+
26.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.3%
Drive Alone
72.6%
Public Transit
13.3%
Work From Home
18.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.4%
Foreign Born
71.9%
Non-English at Home
7.2%
Veterans
18.2%
With Disability
90.3%
Health Insurance
98.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.9% |
| Construction | 15.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.8% |
| Public Administration | 5.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.2% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Manufacturing | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grover Beach, California has a population of 12,687 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 440th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Grover Beach, California is $82,534, with 10.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Grover Beach, California is $691,900, with median monthly rent at $1,921 and a homeownership rate of 55.4%.
The median age in Grover Beach, California is 40.5 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The population has declined 4.9% since 2010 (13,176 → 12,534).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.