San Leandro, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of San Leandro, California is 88,531 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 93rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $98,063, the median home value is $813,600, and the median age is 41.5.
The population has grown 1.7% since 2010 (85,119 → 86,571).
88,531
Population
6645
People / sq mi
$98,063
Median Income
$813,600
Median Home Value
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San Leandro covers 13.3 sq mi of land at 6645 people per square mile.
About San Leandro, CA
In San Leandro, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $813,600. San Leandro is a city in California with a population of 88,531.
The typical household here earns about $98,063, above the US median of $78,538. About 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $813,600, with typical rent around $2,115.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 33.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. Around 12.8% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in San Leandro — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
San Leandro city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of San Leandro city had a population of 85,119 in 2010 and 86,571 in 2024, a 1.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 90,727 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.13%.
86,571
Population (2024)
85,119
Population (2010)
90,727
Peak (2020)
0.13%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 85,119 |
| 2011 | 85,921 |
| 2012 | 86,976 |
| 2013 | 88,074 |
| 2014 | 89,195 |
| 2015 | 90,538 |
| 2016 | 90,706 |
| 2017 | 90,418 |
| 2018 | 89,713 |
| 2019 | 88,815 |
| 2020 | 90,727 |
| 2021 | 88,366 |
| 2022 | 86,921 |
| 2023 | 86,555 |
| 2024 | 86,571 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 25.3% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$98,063
Median Household Income
$46,387
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$813,600
Median Home Value
$2,115
Median Rent
58.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.7%
High School+
33.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
10.4%
Drive Alone
61.8%
Public Transit
12.8%
Work From Home
32.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.3%
Foreign Born
46.3%
Non-English at Home
4.1%
Veterans
12.2%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.2% |
| Construction | 7.5% |
| Retail Trade | 7.4% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
San Leandro, California has a population of 88,531 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 93rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in San Leandro, California is $98,063, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in San Leandro, California is $813,600, with median monthly rent at $2,115 and a homeownership rate of 58.3%.
The median age in San Leandro, California is 41.5 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 1.7% since 2010 (85,119 → 86,571).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.