Pomona, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pomona, California is 148,391 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 39th-largest city in California. The median household income is $78,869, the median home value is $569,600, and the median age is 35.4.
The population has declined 0.8% since 2010 (149,107 → 147,966).
148,391
Population
6456
People / sq mi
$78,869
Median Income
$569,600
Median Home Value
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Pomona covers 23.0 sq mi of land at 6456 people per square mile.
About Pomona, CA
Pomona is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 6.6% of the population. With 148,391 residents, Pomona is a city in California. It ranks #39 among cities in California by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $78,869 — near the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 11.5%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $569,600, with typical rent around $1,738.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 19.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.8% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Pomona city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pomona city had a population of 149,107 in 2010 and 147,966 in 2024, a -0.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 152,468 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: -0.05%.
147,966
Population (2024)
149,107
Population (2010)
152,468
Peak (2017)
-0.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 149,107 |
| 2011 | 149,693 |
| 2012 | 150,453 |
| 2013 | 151,072 |
| 2014 | 152,225 |
| 2015 | 152,407 |
| 2016 | 152,445 |
| 2017 | 152,468 |
| 2018 | 151,925 |
| 2019 | 151,691 |
| 2020 | 151,065 |
| 2021 | 147,035 |
| 2022 | 146,743 |
| 2023 | 146,971 |
| 2024 | 147,966 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 22.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.3% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$78,869
Median Household Income
$28,131
Per Capita Income
11.5%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$569,600
Median Home Value
$1,738
Median Rent
54.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
74.2%
High School+
19.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.9%
Drive Alone
72.0%
Public Transit
8.8%
Work From Home
31.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.6%
Foreign Born
36.3%
Non-English at Home
2.9%
Veterans
10.9%
With Disability
89.0%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Retail Trade | 9.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.1% |
| Construction | 8.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Information | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Common questions about Pomona, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Pomona, California has a population of 148,391 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 39th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Pomona, California is $78,869, with 11.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pomona, California is $569,600, with median monthly rent at $1,738 and a homeownership rate of 54.6%.
The median age in Pomona, California is 35.4 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has declined 0.8% since 2010 (149,107 → 147,966).
Pomona city, CA Climate
Pomona city, CA has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) and receives about 426 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.8°C
Avg Temp
426
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 54° | 88 mm |
| February | 13° / 56° | 91 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 78 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 30 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 5 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 1 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 1 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 9 mm |
| October | 20° / 67° | 12 mm |
| November | 15° / 59° | 49 mm |
| December | 12° / 54° | 59 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 Pomona city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Pomona city, CA are typically June, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.