San Gabriel, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of San Gabriel, California is 38,764 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 220th-largest city in California. The median household income is $87,592, the median home value is $899,000, and the median age is 44.6.
The population has declined 4.3% since 2010 (39,647 → 37,926).
38,764
Population
9354
People / sq mi
$87,592
Median Income
$899,000
Median Home Value
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San Gabriel covers 4.1 sq mi of land at 9354 people per square mile.
About San Gabriel, CA
San Gabriel is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 5.4% of the population. With 38,764 residents, San Gabriel is a city in California.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $87,592 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 11.4%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $899,000, with typical rent around $1,874.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 34.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.9%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
San Gabriel city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of San Gabriel city had a population of 39,647 in 2010 and 37,926 in 2024, a -4.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 40,276 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.31%.
37,926
Population (2024)
39,647
Population (2010)
40,276
Peak (2016)
-0.31%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 39,647 |
| 2011 | 39,810 |
| 2012 | 39,944 |
| 2013 | 40,033 |
| 2014 | 40,053 |
| 2015 | 40,089 |
| 2016 | 40,276 |
| 2017 | 40,262 |
| 2018 | 40,197 |
| 2019 | 39,899 |
| 2020 | 39,470 |
| 2021 | 38,589 |
| 2022 | 38,134 |
| 2023 | 37,939 |
| 2024 | 37,926 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 13.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$87,592
Median Household Income
$38,157
Per Capita Income
11.4%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$899,000
Median Home Value
$1,874
Median Rent
48.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
79.0%
High School+
34.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.1%
Drive Alone
73.7%
Public Transit
11.9%
Work From Home
29.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
5.4%
Foreign Born
28.8%
Non-English at Home
1.6%
Veterans
8.0%
With Disability
94.8%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.4% |
| Retail Trade | 9.2% |
| Manufacturing | 8.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.3% |
| Information | 4.6% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
San Gabriel, California has a population of 38,764 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 220th-largest city in California.
The median household income in San Gabriel, California is $87,592, with 11.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in San Gabriel, California is $899,000, with median monthly rent at $1,874 and a homeownership rate of 48.7%.
The median age in San Gabriel, California is 44.6 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
The population has declined 4.3% since 2010 (39,647 → 37,926).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.