Oceanside, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oceanside, California is 172,542 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest city in California. The median household income is $93,724, the median home value is $702,000, and the median age is 38.1.
The population has grown 1.7% since 2010 (168,079 → 170,941).
172,542
Population
4181
People / sq mi
$93,724
Median Income
$702,000
Median Home Value
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Oceanside covers 41.3 sq mi of land at 4181 people per square mile.
About Oceanside, CA
In Oceanside, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $702,000. With 172,542 residents, Oceanside is a city in California. It ranks #29 among cities in California by population.
The typical household here earns about $93,724, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.5%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $702,000, with typical rent around $2,207.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 34.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. About 14.8% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Oceanside — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Oceanside city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Oceanside city had a population of 168,079 in 2010 and 170,941 in 2024, a 1.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 175,884 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.12%.
170,941
Population (2024)
168,079
Population (2010)
175,884
Peak (2017)
0.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 168,079 |
| 2011 | 170,008 |
| 2012 | 171,590 |
| 2013 | 173,175 |
| 2014 | 174,318 |
| 2015 | 175,189 |
| 2016 | 175,451 |
| 2017 | 175,884 |
| 2018 | 175,758 |
| 2019 | 175,742 |
| 2020 | 174,071 |
| 2021 | 173,023 |
| 2022 | 171,929 |
| 2023 | 171,069 |
| 2024 | 170,941 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$93,724
Median Household Income
$43,094
Per Capita Income
4.5%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$702,000
Median Home Value
$2,207
Median Rent
58.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.5%
High School+
34.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.1%
Drive Alone
71.4%
Public Transit
14.8%
Work From Home
29.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.7%
Foreign Born
66.4%
Non-English at Home
9.4%
Veterans
12.2%
With Disability
90.9%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.1% |
| Manufacturing | 12.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.4% |
| Construction | 7.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Information | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Common questions about Oceanside, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Oceanside, California has a population of 172,542 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Oceanside, California is $93,724, with 4.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oceanside, California is $702,000, with median monthly rent at $2,207 and a homeownership rate of 58.5%.
The median age in Oceanside, California is 38.1 years. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.
The population has grown 1.7% since 2010 (168,079 → 170,941).
Oceanside city, CA Climate
Oceanside city, CA has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F) and receives about 307 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.3°C
Avg Temp
307
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 55° | 60 mm |
| February | 14° / 57° | 56 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 54 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 26 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 7 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 2 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 1 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 3 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 8 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 9 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 38 mm |
| December | 13° / 56° | 43 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 Oceanside city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Oceanside city, CA are typically July, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near 7°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.