Lindsay, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lindsay, California is 12,572 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 443rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $50,563, the median home value is $268,400, and the median age is 31.4.
The population has grown 7.9% since 2010 (11,772 → 12,706).
12,572
Population
4316
People / sq mi
$50,563
Median Income
$268,400
Median Home Value
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Lindsay covers 2.9 sq mi of land at 4316 people per square mile.
About Lindsay, CA
Lindsay is defined demographically by education — 5.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Lindsay is a city in California with a population of 12,572.
The typical household earns $50,563, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 26.6%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $268,400, with typical rent around $920.
Lindsay is among the least college-educated US cities, at 5.2% — below the national 35.0%. Just 5.8% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Lindsay city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lindsay city had a population of 11,772 in 2010 and 12,706 in 2024, a 7.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,463 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.58%.
12,706
Population (2024)
11,772
Population (2010)
13,463
Peak (2019)
0.58%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,772 |
| 2011 | 12,659 |
| 2012 | 12,771 |
| 2013 | 12,938 |
| 2014 | 13,107 |
| 2015 | 13,147 |
| 2016 | 13,213 |
| 2017 | 13,249 |
| 2018 | 13,448 |
| 2019 | 13,463 |
| 2020 | 12,668 |
| 2021 | 12,630 |
| 2022 | 12,588 |
| 2023 | 12,609 |
| 2024 | 12,706 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 22.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$50,563
Median Household Income
$20,586
Per Capita Income
26.6%
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$268,400
Median Home Value
$920
Median Rent
51.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
61.2%
High School+
5.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
73.9%
Public Transit
5.8%
Work From Home
29.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
4.3%
Foreign Born
25.6%
Non-English at Home
2.0%
Veterans
14.4%
With Disability
88.2%
Health Insurance
91.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 23.4% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Construction | 5.9% |
| Public Administration | 4.6% |
| Information | 3.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 3.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.4% |
| Retail Trade | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lindsay, California has a population of 12,572 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 443rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Lindsay, California is $50,563, with 26.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lindsay, California is $268,400, with median monthly rent at $920 and a homeownership rate of 51.0%.
The median age in Lindsay, California is 31.4 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 7.9% since 2010 (11,772 → 12,706).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.