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San Ramon, California Population 2026

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

The population of San Ramon, California is 85,734 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 101st-largest city in California. The median household income is $197,358, the median home value is $1,359,100, and the median age is 40.9.

The population has grown 20.0% since 2010 (71,585 → 85,924).

85,734

Population

4274

People / sq mi

$197,358

Median Income

$1,359,100

Median Home Value

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San Ramon covers 20.1 sq mi of land at 4274 people per square mile.

About San Ramon, CA

In San Ramon, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $1,359,100. San Ramon is a city in California with a population of 85,734.

Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $197,358, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.1%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $1,359,100, with typical rent around $2,916.

The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 71.2% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 32.4% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.

High housing values reframe the income picture in San Ramon — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.

San Ramon city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of San Ramon city had a population of 71,585 in 2010 and 85,924 in 2024, a 20.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 86,385 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 1.37%.

2020 · 86K20102024
San Ramon city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

85,924

Population (2024)

71,585

Population (2010)

86,385

Peak (2020)

1.37%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201071,585
201172,174
201272,850
201373,560
201474,329
201575,138
201675,703
201775,795
201875,851
201975,995
202086,385
202186,265
202285,740
202385,496
202485,924

Race & Ethnicity

White36.5%
Black or African American3.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$197,358

Median Household Income

$82,145

Per Capita Income

3.1%

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$1,359,100

Median Home Value

$2,916

Median Rent

70.5%

Owner-Occupied

Education

97.0%

High School+

71.2%

Bachelor's+

Commute

3.9%

Drive Alone

55.3%

Public Transit

32.4%

Work From Home

35.5 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

14.9%

Foreign Born

55.0%

Non-English at Home

3.1%

Veterans

6.4%

With Disability

97.9%

Health Insurance

99.0%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Finance, Insurance & Real Estate28.2%
Professional, Scientific & Management19.6%
Manufacturing10.7%
Information8.9%
Education, Health Care & Social Services4.8%
Retail Trade4.4%
Transportation & Warehousing4.4%
Construction3.7%
Public Administration2.9%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services2.0%
Agriculture & Mining0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

San Ramon, California has a population of 85,734 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 101st-largest city in California.

The median household income in San Ramon, California is $197,358, with 3.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in San Ramon, California is $1,359,100, with median monthly rent at $2,916 and a homeownership rate of 70.5%.

The median age in San Ramon, California is 40.9 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

The population has grown 20.0% since 2010 (71,585 → 85,924).

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

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