Hesperia, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hesperia, California is 100,141 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 77th-largest city in California. The median household income is $68,971, the median home value is $366,800, and the median age is 32.9.
The population has grown 12.8% since 2010 (90,279 → 101,836).
100,141
Population
1378
People / sq mi
$68,971
Median Income
$366,800
Median Home Value
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Hesperia covers 72.7 sq mi of land at 1378 people per square mile.
About Hesperia, CA
Hesperia is defined demographically by education — 12.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Hesperia is a city in California with a population of 100,141.
Median household income is $68,971, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 14.3%, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $366,800, with typical rent around $1,566.
Hesperia is among the least college-educated US cities, at 12.3% — below the national 35.0%. Around 8.7% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 42 minutes each way.
Hesperia city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hesperia city had a population of 90,279 in 2010 and 101,836 in 2024, a 12.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 101,836 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.87%.
101,836
Population (2024)
90,279
Population (2010)
101,836
Peak (2024)
0.87%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 90,279 |
| 2011 | 91,168 |
| 2012 | 91,568 |
| 2013 | 91,777 |
| 2014 | 92,071 |
| 2015 | 92,653 |
| 2016 | 93,251 |
| 2017 | 94,473 |
| 2018 | 95,013 |
| 2019 | 95,750 |
| 2020 | 99,966 |
| 2021 | 100,463 |
| 2022 | 100,608 |
| 2023 | 100,984 |
| 2024 | 101,836 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.6% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$68,971
Median Household Income
$25,683
Per Capita Income
14.3%
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$366,800
Median Home Value
$1,566
Median Rent
65.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
77.4%
High School+
12.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
77.5%
Public Transit
8.7%
Work From Home
41.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
9.8%
Foreign Born
63.4%
Non-English at Home
4.6%
Veterans
12.9%
With Disability
89.6%
Health Insurance
96.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.4% |
| Retail Trade | 14.1% |
| Construction | 13.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.4% |
| Manufacturing | 5.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.1% |
| Information | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hesperia, California has a population of 100,141 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 77th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Hesperia, California is $68,971, with 14.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hesperia, California is $366,800, with median monthly rent at $1,566 and a homeownership rate of 65.8%.
The median age in Hesperia, California is 32.9 years. The population is 51.1% male and 48.9% female.
The population has grown 12.8% since 2010 (90,279 → 101,836).
Hesperia city, CA Climate
Hesperia city, CA has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F) and receives about 276 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.4°C
Avg Temp
276
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 44° | 49 mm |
| February | 9° / 47° | 50 mm |
| March | 10° / 51° | 45 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 18 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 9 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 1 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 3 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 8 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 11 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 10 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 32 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 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 Hesperia city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Hesperia city, CA are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.