Mendota, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mendota, California is 12,554 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 444th-largest city in California. The median household income is $46,458, the median home value is $250,400, and the median age is 24.9.
The population has grown 11.4% since 2010 (11,332 → 12,623).
12,554
Population
3809
People / sq mi
$46,458
Median Income
$250,400
Median Home Value
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Mendota covers 3.3 sq mi of land at 3809 people per square mile.
About Mendota, CA
Mendota is defined demographically by education — 4.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 12,554 residents, Mendota is a city in California.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $46,458, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 28.9%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $250,400, with typical rent around $874.
Mendota is among the least college-educated US cities, at 4.5% — below the national 35.0%. Just 5.8% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
Mendota city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mendota city had a population of 11,332 in 2010 and 12,623 in 2024, a 11.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,623 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.80%.
12,623
Population (2024)
11,332
Population (2010)
12,623
Peak (2024)
0.80%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,332 |
| 2011 | 11,501 |
| 2012 | 11,519 |
| 2013 | 11,512 |
| 2014 | 11,505 |
| 2015 | 11,526 |
| 2016 | 11,541 |
| 2017 | 11,543 |
| 2018 | 11,526 |
| 2019 | 11,511 |
| 2020 | 12,591 |
| 2021 | 12,581 |
| 2022 | 12,568 |
| 2023 | 12,578 |
| 2024 | 12,623 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 23.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$46,458
Median Household Income
$14,474
Per Capita Income
28.9%
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$250,400
Median Home Value
$874
Median Rent
47.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
39.3%
High School+
4.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
54.2%
Public Transit
5.8%
Work From Home
34.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
2.5%
Foreign Born
12.1%
Non-English at Home
1.1%
Veterans
7.0%
With Disability
83.6%
Health Insurance
88.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Agriculture & Mining | 58.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 6.5% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 3.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 2.8% |
| Public Administration | 2.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.5% |
| Manufacturing | 1.4% |
| Information | 0.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mendota, California has a population of 12,554 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 444th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Mendota, California is $46,458, with 28.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mendota, California is $250,400, with median monthly rent at $874 and a homeownership rate of 47.1%.
The median age in Mendota, California is 24.9 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The population has grown 11.4% since 2010 (11,332 → 12,623).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.