Oakland, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oakland, California is 438,072 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 45th-largest city in the United States and the 8th-largest in California. The median household income is $97,369, the median home value is $924,700, and the median age is 37.6.
The population has grown 13.3% since 2010 (391,406 → 443,554).
438,072
Population
7828
People / sq mi
$97,369
Median Income
$924,700
Median Home Value
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Oakland covers 56.0 sq mi of land at 7828 people per square mile.
About Oakland, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Oakland: the median home is valued at $924,700. With 438,072 residents, Oakland is a city in California. It is the #8-largest of all cities in California nationally.
The typical household here earns about $97,369, above the US median of $78,538. About 9.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $924,700, with typical rent around $1,917.
About 47.9% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 23.4% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Oakland — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Oakland city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Oakland city had a population of 391,406 in 2010 and 443,554 in 2024, a 13.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 443,554 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.90%.
443,554
Population (2024)
391,406
Population (2010)
443,554
Peak (2024)
0.90%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 391,406 |
| 2011 | 396,086 |
| 2012 | 401,104 |
| 2013 | 406,648 |
| 2014 | 412,901 |
| 2015 | 418,211 |
| 2016 | 420,947 |
| 2017 | 424,382 |
| 2018 | 429,056 |
| 2019 | 433,031 |
| 2020 | 440,983 |
| 2021 | 436,836 |
| 2022 | 436,544 |
| 2023 | 439,455 |
| 2024 | 443,554 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 30.5% |
| Black or African American | 21.1% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$97,369
Median Household Income
$58,987
Per Capita Income
9.9%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$924,700
Median Home Value
$1,917
Median Rent
41.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.8%
High School+
47.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
14.5%
Drive Alone
47.8%
Public Transit
23.4%
Work From Home
30.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.6%
Foreign Born
60.1%
Non-English at Home
3.1%
Veterans
11.7%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
95.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.8% |
| Construction | 6.6% |
| Manufacturing | 6.4% |
| Retail Trade | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.8% |
| Information | 5.4% |
| Public Administration | 4.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Common questions about Oakland, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Oakland, California has a population of 438,072 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 45th-largest city in the United States and the 8th-largest in California.
The median household income in Oakland, California is $97,369, with 9.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oakland, California is $924,700, with median monthly rent at $1,917 and a homeownership rate of 41.7%.
The median age in Oakland, California is 37.6 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 13.3% since 2010 (391,406 → 443,554).
Oakland city, CA Climate
Oakland city, CA has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F) and receives about 598 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.9°C
Avg Temp
598
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 50° | 125 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 106 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 93 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 38 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 13 mm |
| June | 18° / 64° | 4 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 1 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 2 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 8 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 35 mm |
| November | 13° / 56° | 85 mm |
| December | 10° / 50° | 88 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Oakland city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Oakland city, CA are typically September, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is September (around 25°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.