Riverside, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Riverside, California is 316,241 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 62nd-largest city in the United States and the 12th-largest in California. The median household income is $88,575, the median home value is $542,100, and the median age is 33.1.
The population has grown 6.0% since 2010 (305,466 → 323,757).
316,241
Population
3897
People / sq mi
$88,575
Median Income
$542,100
Median Home Value
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Riverside covers 81.1 sq mi of land at 3897 people per square mile.
About Riverside, CA
Riverside is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 10.7% of the population. Riverside is a city in California with a population of 316,241. It ranks #12 among cities in California by population.
The typical household here earns about $88,575, above the US median of $78,538. About 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $542,100, with typical rent around $1,812.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 25.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.3%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Riverside city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Riverside city had a population of 305,466 in 2010 and 323,757 in 2024, a 6.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 331,360 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.43%.
323,757
Population (2024)
305,466
Population (2010)
331,360
Peak (2019)
0.43%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 305,466 |
| 2011 | 309,472 |
| 2012 | 312,323 |
| 2013 | 315,510 |
| 2014 | 317,702 |
| 2015 | 320,483 |
| 2016 | 323,684 |
| 2017 | 326,882 |
| 2018 | 329,654 |
| 2019 | 331,360 |
| 2020 | 315,534 |
| 2021 | 314,157 |
| 2022 | 320,339 |
| 2023 | 321,560 |
| 2024 | 323,757 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 39.2% |
| Black or African American | 6.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$88,575
Median Household Income
$33,716
Per Capita Income
9.1%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$542,100
Median Home Value
$1,812
Median Rent
56.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.1%
High School+
25.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
74.7%
Public Transit
9.3%
Work From Home
31.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.7%
Foreign Born
53.6%
Non-English at Home
4.0%
Veterans
10.8%
With Disability
90.7%
Health Insurance
97.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Construction | 9.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Retail Trade | 8.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.2% |
| Information | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Common questions about Riverside, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Riverside, California has a population of 316,241 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 62nd-largest city in the United States and the 12th-largest in California.
The median household income in Riverside, California is $88,575, with 9.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Riverside, California is $542,100, with median monthly rent at $1,812 and a homeownership rate of 56.3%.
The median age in Riverside, California is 33.1 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.
The population has grown 6.0% since 2010 (305,466 → 323,757).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.