Placentia, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Placentia, California is 52,384 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 178th-largest city in California. The median household income is $110,575, the median home value is $871,000, and the median age is 38.0.
The population has grown 4.7% since 2010 (50,994 → 53,395).
52,384
Population
7781
People / sq mi
$110,575
Median Income
$871,000
Median Home Value
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Placentia covers 6.7 sq mi of land at 7781 people per square mile.
About Placentia, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Placentia: the median home is valued at $871,000. Placentia is a city in California with a population of 52,384.
Households take in a median $110,575, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. About 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $871,000, with typical rent around $2,267.
About 43.7% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 13.9%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Placentia — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Placentia city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Placentia city had a population of 50,994 in 2010 and 53,395 in 2024, a 4.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 53,395 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.33%.
53,395
Population (2024)
50,994
Population (2010)
53,395
Peak (2024)
0.33%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 50,994 |
| 2011 | 51,503 |
| 2012 | 51,838 |
| 2013 | 52,105 |
| 2014 | 52,108 |
| 2015 | 52,202 |
| 2016 | 52,154 |
| 2017 | 51,916 |
| 2018 | 51,538 |
| 2019 | 51,233 |
| 2020 | 52,666 |
| 2021 | 52,203 |
| 2022 | 52,679 |
| 2023 | 53,238 |
| 2024 | 53,395 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 48.9% |
| Black or African American | 2.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$110,575
Median Household Income
$46,069
Per Capita Income
6.2%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$871,000
Median Home Value
$2,267
Median Rent
63.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.9%
High School+
43.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.6%
Drive Alone
71.7%
Public Transit
13.9%
Work From Home
29.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.7%
Foreign Born
61.1%
Non-English at Home
3.5%
Veterans
8.4%
With Disability
93.0%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.3% |
| Manufacturing | 9.7% |
| Information | 7.7% |
| Construction | 7.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Placentia, California has a population of 52,384 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 178th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Placentia, California is $110,575, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Placentia, California is $871,000, with median monthly rent at $2,267 and a homeownership rate of 63.3%.
The median age in Placentia, California is 38.0 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 4.7% since 2010 (50,994 → 53,395).
Placentia city, CA Climate
Placentia city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 375 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.3°C
Avg Temp
375
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 57° | 81 mm |
| February | 14° / 58° | 82 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 71 mm |
| April | 17° / 63° | 23 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 5 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 2 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 1 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 8 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 11 mm |
| November | 16° / 61° | 37 mm |
| December | 14° / 56° | 51 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 Placentia city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Placentia city, CA are typically June, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 30°C high). The coldest is December (near 7°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.