Oroville, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oroville, California is 19,855 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 351st-largest city in California. The median household income is $51,893, the median home value is $280,600, and the median age is 35.5.
The population has grown 5.4% since 2010 (18,700 → 19,712).
19,855
Population
1429
People / sq mi
$51,893
Median Income
$280,600
Median Home Value
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Oroville covers 13.9 sq mi of land at 1429 people per square mile.
About Oroville, CA
Educational attainment is the headline number in Oroville: 13.0% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 19,855 residents, Oroville is a city in California.
The typical household earns $51,893, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 13.1% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $280,600, with typical rent around $1,074.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 13.0%, below the national 35.0%. Just 6.4% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Oroville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Oroville city had a population of 18,700 in 2010 and 19,712 in 2024, a 5.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,737 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.41%.
19,712
Population (2024)
18,700
Population (2010)
20,737
Peak (2019)
0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,700 |
| 2011 | 18,604 |
| 2012 | 18,640 |
| 2013 | 18,750 |
| 2014 | 18,945 |
| 2015 | 18,956 |
| 2016 | 18,996 |
| 2017 | 19,103 |
| 2018 | 19,130 |
| 2019 | 20,737 |
| 2020 | 20,039 |
| 2021 | 19,854 |
| 2022 | 19,579 |
| 2023 | 19,554 |
| 2024 | 19,712 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.8% |
| Black or African American | 3.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$51,893
Median Household Income
$25,124
Per Capita Income
13.1%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$280,600
Median Home Value
$1,074
Median Rent
51.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.0%
High School+
13.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
77.4%
Public Transit
6.4%
Work From Home
20.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.2%
Foreign Born
82.1%
Non-English at Home
7.5%
Veterans
20.9%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
93.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.7% |
| Construction | 7.5% |
| Public Administration | 6.1% |
| Information | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oroville, California has a population of 19,855 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 351st-largest city in California.
The median household income in Oroville, California is $51,893, with 13.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oroville, California is $280,600, with median monthly rent at $1,074 and a homeownership rate of 51.0%.
The median age in Oroville, California is 35.5 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.
The population has grown 5.4% since 2010 (18,700 → 19,712).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.