Riverbank, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Riverbank, California is 24,881 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 305th-largest city in California. The median household income is $90,216, the median home value is $442,300, and the median age is 32.9.
The population has grown 12.6% since 2010 (22,762 → 25,625).
24,881
Population
5283
People / sq mi
$90,216
Median Income
$442,300
Median Home Value
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Riverbank covers 4.7 sq mi of land at 5283 people per square mile.
About Riverbank, CA
Riverbank is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 8.3% of the population. With 24,881 residents, Riverbank is a city in California.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $90,216 — above the US median of $78,538. Roughly 11.5% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $442,300, with typical rent around $1,527.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 19.5%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Riverbank city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Riverbank city had a population of 22,762 in 2010 and 25,625 in 2024, a 12.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,625 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.85%.
25,625
Population (2024)
22,762
Population (2010)
25,625
Peak (2024)
0.85%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,762 |
| 2011 | 23,102 |
| 2012 | 23,225 |
| 2013 | 23,400 |
| 2014 | 23,606 |
| 2015 | 23,879 |
| 2016 | 24,271 |
| 2017 | 24,585 |
| 2018 | 24,700 |
| 2019 | 24,881 |
| 2020 | 24,957 |
| 2021 | 24,928 |
| 2022 | 24,961 |
| 2023 | 25,234 |
| 2024 | 25,625 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 47.0% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$90,216
Median Household Income
$33,577
Per Capita Income
11.5%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$442,300
Median Home Value
$1,527
Median Rent
68.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
80.4%
High School+
19.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
80.4%
Public Transit
6.4%
Work From Home
28.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
8.3%
Foreign Born
50.2%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
9.8%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.8% |
| Manufacturing | 15.3% |
| Public Administration | 10.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Construction | 7.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Information | 3.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Riverbank, California has a population of 24,881 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 305th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Riverbank, California is $90,216, with 11.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Riverbank, California is $442,300, with median monthly rent at $1,527 and a homeownership rate of 68.6%.
The median age in Riverbank, California is 32.9 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 12.6% since 2010 (22,762 → 25,625).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.