Newark, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Newark, California is 47,145 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 200th-largest city in California. The median household income is $164,909, the median home value is $1,094,200, and the median age is 37.3.
The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (42,628 → 46,254).
47,145
Population
3387
People / sq mi
$164,909
Median Income
$1,094,200
Median Home Value
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Newark covers 13.9 sq mi of land at 3387 people per square mile.
About Newark, CA
In Newark, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $1,094,200. With 47,145 residents, Newark is a city in California.
Income is a real outlier — the median household pulls in $164,909, putting Newark near the top of US cities. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 2.1%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $1,094,200, with typical rent around $2,730.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 47.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 22.5%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Newark — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Newark city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Newark city had a population of 42,628 in 2010 and 46,254 in 2024, a 8.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 49,149 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.60%.
46,254
Population (2024)
42,628
Population (2010)
49,149
Peak (2019)
0.60%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 42,628 |
| 2011 | 43,019 |
| 2012 | 43,533 |
| 2013 | 44,078 |
| 2014 | 44,640 |
| 2015 | 45,236 |
| 2016 | 45,872 |
| 2017 | 47,429 |
| 2018 | 48,185 |
| 2019 | 49,149 |
| 2020 | 47,516 |
| 2021 | 46,981 |
| 2022 | 46,944 |
| 2023 | 46,788 |
| 2024 | 46,254 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 23.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$164,909
Median Household Income
$68,775
Per Capita Income
2.1%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$1,094,200
Median Home Value
$2,730
Median Rent
69.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.5%
High School+
47.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.0%
Drive Alone
60.5%
Public Transit
22.5%
Work From Home
30.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
9.3%
Foreign Born
42.8%
Non-English at Home
3.4%
Veterans
8.8%
With Disability
95.8%
Health Insurance
98.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 20.7% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.0% |
| Manufacturing | 17.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 5.2% |
| Construction | 5.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Newark, California has a population of 47,145 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 200th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Newark, California is $164,909, with 2.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Newark, California is $1,094,200, with median monthly rent at $2,730 and a homeownership rate of 69.7%.
The median age in Newark, California is 37.3 years. The population is 52.4% male and 47.6% female.
The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (42,628 → 46,254).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.