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).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.