Lancaster, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lancaster, California is 170,013 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in California. The median household income is $76,083, the median home value is $409,100, and the median age is 34.2.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (156,824 → 167,426).
170,013
Population
1803
People / sq mi
$76,083
Median Income
$409,100
Median Home Value
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Lancaster covers 94.3 sq mi of land at 1803 people per square mile.
About Lancaster, CA
Lancaster is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 11.7% of the population. Lancaster is a city in California with a population of 170,013. It ranks #31 among cities in California by population.
Median household income is $76,083, near the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.3% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. Median home value is $409,100, with typical rent around $1,696.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 20.1%, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Lancaster city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lancaster city had a population of 156,824 in 2010 and 167,426 in 2024, a 6.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 173,192 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.50%.
167,426
Population (2024)
156,824
Population (2010)
173,192
Peak (2020)
0.50%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 156,824 |
| 2011 | 158,078 |
| 2012 | 158,253 |
| 2013 | 159,055 |
| 2014 | 159,634 |
| 2015 | 159,813 |
| 2016 | 159,633 |
| 2017 | 159,434 |
| 2018 | 158,622 |
| 2019 | 157,601 |
| 2020 | 173,192 |
| 2021 | 170,036 |
| 2022 | 167,893 |
| 2023 | 167,293 |
| 2024 | 167,426 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 35.5% |
| Black or African American | 21.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$76,083
Median Household Income
$29,766
Per Capita Income
12.3%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$409,100
Median Home Value
$1,696
Median Rent
58.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
82.0%
High School+
20.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
74.8%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
31.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
11.7%
Foreign Born
66.9%
Non-English at Home
5.9%
Veterans
11.9%
With Disability
95.7%
Health Insurance
94.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.6% |
| Public Administration | 8.4% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.7% |
| Information | 5.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Common questions about Lancaster, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Lancaster, California has a population of 170,013 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in California.
The median household income in Lancaster, California is $76,083, with 12.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lancaster, California is $409,100, with median monthly rent at $1,696 and a homeownership rate of 58.4%.
The median age in Lancaster, California is 34.2 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (156,824 → 167,426).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.