Monrovia, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Monrovia, California is 37,553 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 227th-largest city in California. The median household income is $97,083, the median home value is $891,700, and the median age is 38.3.
The population has grown 3.2% since 2010 (36,599 → 37,787).
37,553
Population
2755
People / sq mi
$97,083
Median Income
$891,700
Median Home Value
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Monrovia covers 13.6 sq mi of land at 2755 people per square mile.
About Monrovia, CA
In Monrovia, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $891,700. With 37,553 residents, Monrovia is a city in California.
Median household income is $97,083, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.0%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $891,700, with typical rent around $2,009.
College attainment is above the local norm at 43.8%, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 16.6%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Monrovia — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Monrovia city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Monrovia city had a population of 36,599 in 2010 and 37,787 in 2024, a 3.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,000 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.24%.
37,787
Population (2024)
36,599
Population (2010)
38,000
Peak (2020)
0.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 36,599 |
| 2011 | 36,744 |
| 2012 | 36,859 |
| 2013 | 36,992 |
| 2014 | 37,066 |
| 2015 | 37,153 |
| 2016 | 37,019 |
| 2017 | 36,846 |
| 2018 | 36,592 |
| 2019 | 36,331 |
| 2020 | 38,000 |
| 2021 | 37,619 |
| 2022 | 37,223 |
| 2023 | 37,288 |
| 2024 | 37,787 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 41.6% |
| Black or African American | 6.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$97,083
Median Household Income
$47,622
Per Capita Income
7.0%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$891,700
Median Home Value
$2,009
Median Rent
47.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.2%
High School+
43.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.2%
Drive Alone
71.0%
Public Transit
16.6%
Work From Home
30.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.7%
Foreign Born
57.8%
Non-English at Home
3.2%
Veterans
8.9%
With Disability
95.0%
Health Insurance
96.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.3% |
| Manufacturing | 8.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Construction | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Information | 5.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Monrovia, California has a population of 37,553 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 227th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Monrovia, California is $97,083, with 7.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Monrovia, California is $891,700, with median monthly rent at $2,009 and a homeownership rate of 47.9%.
The median age in Monrovia, California is 38.3 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 3.2% since 2010 (36,599 → 37,787).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.