Huntington Beach, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Huntington Beach, California is 196,010 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 23rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $119,885, the median home value is $1,047,300, and the median age is 43.4.
The population has grown 1.0% since 2010 (191,296 → 193,151).
196,010
Population
7264
People / sq mi
$119,885
Median Income
$1,047,300
Median Home Value
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Huntington Beach covers 27.0 sq mi of land at 7264 people per square mile.
About Huntington Beach, CA
In Huntington Beach, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $1,047,300. With 196,010 residents, Huntington Beach is a city in California. It ranks #23 among cities in California by population.
The typical household earns $119,885 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Only 4.6% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $1,047,300, with typical rent around $2,424.
About 47.2% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 19.4% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Huntington Beach — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Huntington Beach city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Huntington Beach city had a population of 191,296 in 2010 and 193,151 in 2024, a 1.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 200,938 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.07%.
193,151
Population (2024)
191,296
Population (2010)
200,938
Peak (2017)
0.07%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 191,296 |
| 2011 | 192,995 |
| 2012 | 194,174 |
| 2013 | 197,107 |
| 2014 | 199,610 |
| 2015 | 200,653 |
| 2016 | 200,284 |
| 2017 | 200,938 |
| 2018 | 200,126 |
| 2019 | 199,223 |
| 2020 | 198,422 |
| 2021 | 196,404 |
| 2022 | 194,777 |
| 2023 | 193,334 |
| 2024 | 193,151 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$119,885
Median Household Income
$62,450
Per Capita Income
4.6%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$1,047,300
Median Home Value
$2,424
Median Rent
55.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.9%
High School+
47.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
70.6%
Public Transit
19.4%
Work From Home
28.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.8%
Foreign Born
76.9%
Non-English at Home
5.2%
Veterans
10.4%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
98.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.3% |
| Manufacturing | 11.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.1% |
| Information | 8.8% |
| Construction | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Common questions about Huntington Beach, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Huntington Beach, California has a population of 196,010 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 23rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Huntington Beach, California is $119,885, with 4.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Huntington Beach, California is $1,047,300, with median monthly rent at $2,424 and a homeownership rate of 55.8%.
The median age in Huntington Beach, California is 43.4 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.
The population has grown 1.0% since 2010 (191,296 → 193,151).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.