Hawthorne, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hawthorne, California is 85,933 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 97th-largest city in California. The median household income is $72,719, the median home value is $813,700, and the median age is 33.6.
The population has declined 0.8% since 2010 (84,295 → 83,633).
85,933
Population
14117
People / sq mi
$72,719
Median Income
$813,700
Median Home Value
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Hawthorne covers 6.1 sq mi of land at 14117 people per square mile.
About Hawthorne, CA
Homeownership is the standout figure in Hawthorne: 27.5% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Hawthorne is a city in California with a population of 85,933.
The typical household here earns about $72,719, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.3%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $813,700, with typical rent around $1,723.
25.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.4%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Hawthorne city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hawthorne city had a population of 84,295 in 2010 and 83,633 in 2024, a -0.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 87,791 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: -0.05%.
83,633
Population (2024)
84,295
Population (2010)
87,791
Peak (2020)
-0.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 84,295 |
| 2011 | 84,922 |
| 2012 | 85,359 |
| 2013 | 85,863 |
| 2014 | 86,740 |
| 2015 | 87,669 |
| 2016 | 87,685 |
| 2017 | 87,308 |
| 2018 | 86,671 |
| 2019 | 86,068 |
| 2020 | 87,791 |
| 2021 | 85,903 |
| 2022 | 84,692 |
| 2023 | 83,965 |
| 2024 | 83,633 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 23.8% |
| Black or African American | 25.2% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$72,719
Median Household Income
$33,651
Per Capita Income
13.3%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$813,700
Median Home Value
$1,723
Median Rent
27.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
78.3%
High School+
25.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.0%
Drive Alone
70.3%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
28.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
11.6%
Foreign Born
42.6%
Non-English at Home
2.6%
Veterans
9.9%
With Disability
88.6%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.8% |
| Retail Trade | 11.1% |
| Manufacturing | 8.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Information | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hawthorne, California has a population of 85,933 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 97th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Hawthorne, California is $72,719, with 13.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hawthorne, California is $813,700, with median monthly rent at $1,723 and a homeownership rate of 27.5%.
The median age in Hawthorne, California is 33.6 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The population has declined 0.8% since 2010 (84,295 → 83,633).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.