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%.
85,924
Population (2024)
71,585
Population (2010)
86,385
Peak (2020)
1.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 71,585 |
| 2011 | 72,174 |
| 2012 | 72,850 |
| 2013 | 73,560 |
| 2014 | 74,329 |
| 2015 | 75,138 |
| 2016 | 75,703 |
| 2017 | 75,795 |
| 2018 | 75,851 |
| 2019 | 75,995 |
| 2020 | 86,385 |
| 2021 | 86,265 |
| 2022 | 85,740 |
| 2023 | 85,496 |
| 2024 | 85,924 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 36.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
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 Estate | 28.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.6% |
| Manufacturing | 10.7% |
| Information | 8.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.4% |
| Construction | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 2.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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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.