Moreno Valley, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Moreno Valley, California is 210,378 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest city in California. The median household income is $87,477, the median home value is $461,400, and the median age is 32.1.
The population has grown 10.1% since 2010 (194,240 → 213,919).
210,378
Population
4100
People / sq mi
$87,477
Median Income
$461,400
Median Home Value
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Moreno Valley covers 51.3 sq mi of land at 4100 people per square mile.
About Moreno Valley, CA
Moreno Valley skews on age — the median resident is 32.1, younger than the national median. Moreno Valley is a city in California with a population of 210,378. It ranks #21 among cities in California by population.
The typical household here earns about $87,477, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.1%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $461,400, with typical rent around $2,036.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 17.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.2% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
Moreno Valley city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Moreno Valley city had a population of 194,240 in 2010 and 213,919 in 2024, a 10.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 213,919 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.70%.
213,919
Population (2024)
194,240
Population (2010)
213,919
Peak (2024)
0.70%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 194,240 |
| 2011 | 196,590 |
| 2012 | 198,214 |
| 2013 | 200,195 |
| 2014 | 201,831 |
| 2015 | 202,919 |
| 2016 | 204,711 |
| 2017 | 206,741 |
| 2018 | 208,889 |
| 2019 | 213,055 |
| 2020 | 208,862 |
| 2021 | 210,924 |
| 2022 | 211,851 |
| 2023 | 212,770 |
| 2024 | 213,919 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 22.4% |
| Black or African American | 17.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$87,477
Median Household Income
$28,255
Per Capita Income
10.1%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$461,400
Median Home Value
$2,036
Median Rent
62.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
79.9%
High School+
17.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
76.4%
Public Transit
7.2%
Work From Home
34.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
9.6%
Foreign Born
51.1%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
10.5%
With Disability
89.7%
Health Insurance
98.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.8% |
| Retail Trade | 13.5% |
| Construction | 10.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.7% |
| Manufacturing | 7.2% |
| Public Administration | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Information | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Common questions about Moreno Valley, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Moreno Valley, California has a population of 210,378 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest city in California.
The median household income in Moreno Valley, California is $87,477, with 10.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Moreno Valley, California is $461,400, with median monthly rent at $2,036 and a homeownership rate of 62.8%.
The median age in Moreno Valley, California is 32.1 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 10.1% since 2010 (194,240 → 213,919).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.