Hillcrest, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hillcrest, California is 10,203 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 495th-largest city in California. The median household income is $44,954, the median home value is $250,300, and the median age is 29.5.
10,203
Population
7404
People / sq mi
$44,954
Median Income
$250,300
Median Home Value
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Hillcrest covers 1.4 sq mi of land at 7404 people per square mile.
About Hillcrest, CA
Hillcrest is defined demographically by education — 9.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 10,203 residents, Hillcrest is a city in California.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $44,954, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 26.4%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $250,300, with typical rent around $1,197.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 9.3%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 35.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$44,954
Median Household Income
$19,680
Per Capita Income
26.4%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$250,300
Median Home Value
$1,197
Median Rent
47.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
65.2%
High School+
9.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.5%
Drive Alone
70.3%
Public Transit
6.4%
Work From Home
21.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
8.1%
Foreign Born
36.4%
Non-English at Home
2.1%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
92.2%
Health Insurance
92.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 15.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.7% |
| Manufacturing | 5.9% |
| Construction | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.9% |
| Information | 1.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hillcrest, California has a population of 10,203 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 495th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Hillcrest, California is $44,954, with 26.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hillcrest, California is $250,300, with median monthly rent at $1,197 and a homeownership rate of 47.9%.
The median age in Hillcrest, California is 29.5 years. The population is 52.1% male and 47.9% female.
Hillcrest Cdp, CA Climate
Hillcrest Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F) and receives about 169 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.6°C
Avg Temp
169
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 48° | 26 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 30 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 33 mm |
| April | 17° / 63° | 16 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 6 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 2 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 0 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 2 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 5 mm |
| October | 20° / 67° | 9 mm |
| November | 13° / 56° | 21 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 19 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 Hillcrest Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Hillcrest Cdp, CA are typically May, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 37°C high). The coldest is December (near 3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.