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Population Review

Reedley, California Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Reedley, California is 25,446 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 298th-largest city in California. The median household income is $62,923, the median home value is $311,700, and the median age is 32.3.

The population has grown 7.1% since 2010 (24,414 → 26,138).

25,446

Population

4533

People / sq mi

$62,923

Median Income

$311,700

Median Home Value

Reedley covers 5.6 sq mi of land at 4533 people per square mile.

About Reedley, CA

Reedley is a city in California with a population of 25,446. It ranks #298 among cities in California by population. The median age is 32.3, younger than the national median. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

The median household income in Reedley is $62,923, below the US median of $74,580. 16.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $311,700, with monthly rent averaging $1,198. The homeownership rate of 54.8% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Reedley reflects 16.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 4.5% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 23.5 minutes each way.

Reedley city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Reedley city had a population of 24,414 in 2010 and 26,138 in 2024, a 7.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,138 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.49%.

2024 · 26K20102024

26,138

Population (2024)

24,414

Population (2010)

26,138

Peak (2024)

0.49%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201024,414
201124,768
201224,848
201325,002
201425,395
201525,541
201625,583
201725,602
201825,607
201925,658
202025,239
202125,250
202225,540
202325,879
202426,138

Race & Ethnicity

White42.9%
Black or African American1.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$62,923

Median Household Income

$24,752

Per Capita Income

16.2%

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$311,700

Median Home Value

$1,198

Median Rent

54.8%

Owner-Occupied

Education

67.1%

High School+

16.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

74.5%

Public Transit

4.5%

Work From Home

23.5 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

6.8%

Foreign Born

39.7%

Non-English at Home

2.9%

Veterans

10.8%

With Disability

88.5%

Health Insurance

91.7%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management26.4%
Agriculture & Mining23.0%
Manufacturing9.0%
Education, Health Care & Social Services5.2%
Retail Trade5.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate5.2%
Public Administration4.7%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.9%
Construction3.0%
Information2.6%
Transportation & Warehousing0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reedley, California has a population of 25,446 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 298th-largest city in California.

The median household income in Reedley, California is $62,923, with 16.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Reedley, California is $311,700, with median monthly rent at $1,198 and a homeownership rate of 54.8%.

The median age in Reedley, California is 32.3 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

The population has grown 7.1% since 2010 (24,414 → 26,138).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.