Redding, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Redding, California is 93,268 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 84th-largest city in California. The median household income is $69,443, the median home value is $363,800, and the median age is 38.7.
The population has grown 4.0% since 2010 (89,895 → 93,502).
93,268
Population
1568
People / sq mi
$69,443
Median Income
$363,800
Median Home Value
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Redding covers 59.5 sq mi of land at 1568 people per square mile.
About Redding, CA
Homeownership is the standout figure in Redding: 55.0% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Redding is a city in California with a population of 93,268.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $69,443 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.2%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $363,800, with typical rent around $1,323.
26.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Just 8.0% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Redding city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Redding city had a population of 89,895 in 2010 and 93,502 in 2024, a 4.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 93,799 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.28%.
93,502
Population (2024)
89,895
Population (2010)
93,799
Peak (2020)
0.28%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 89,895 |
| 2011 | 90,180 |
| 2012 | 90,397 |
| 2013 | 90,773 |
| 2014 | 91,120 |
| 2015 | 90,963 |
| 2016 | 91,203 |
| 2017 | 91,525 |
| 2018 | 91,606 |
| 2019 | 92,590 |
| 2020 | 93,799 |
| 2021 | 93,701 |
| 2022 | 93,069 |
| 2023 | 93,013 |
| 2024 | 93,502 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$69,443
Median Household Income
$37,685
Per Capita Income
8.2%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$363,800
Median Home Value
$1,323
Median Rent
55.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.2%
High School+
26.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
79.1%
Public Transit
8.0%
Work From Home
16.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.6%
Foreign Born
91.7%
Non-English at Home
8.6%
Veterans
17.3%
With Disability
92.9%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.1% |
| Public Administration | 7.1% |
| Construction | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Manufacturing | 5.1% |
| Retail Trade | 5.0% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Redding, California has a population of 93,268 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 84th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Redding, California is $69,443, with 8.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Redding, California is $363,800, with median monthly rent at $1,323 and a homeownership rate of 55.0%.
The median age in Redding, California is 38.7 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
The population has grown 4.0% since 2010 (89,895 → 93,502).
Redding city, CA Climate
Redding city, CA has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F) and receives about 999 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.9°C
Avg Temp
999
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 193 mm |
| February | 10° / 50° | 150 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 149 mm |
| April | 15° / 58° | 66 mm |
| May | 19° / 67° | 41 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 16 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 3 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 9 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 26 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 57 mm |
| November | 11° / 53° | 141 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 148 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 Redding city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Redding city, CA are typically June, May and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 37°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.