Seal Beach, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Seal Beach, California is 24,868 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 306th-largest city in California. The median household income is $83,045, the median home value is $492,200, and the median age is 61.2.
The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (24,109 → 24,421).
24,868
Population
2200
People / sq mi
$83,045
Median Income
$492,200
Median Home Value
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Seal Beach covers 11.3 sq mi of land at 2200 people per square mile.
About Seal Beach, CA
Seal Beach skews on age — the median resident is 61.2, older than the national median. Seal Beach is a city in California with a population of 24,868.
The typical household here earns about $83,045, above the US median of $78,538. Only 4.0% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $492,200, with typical rent around $2,419.
College attainment is above the local norm at 51.1%, above the national 35.0%. About 23.6% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Seal Beach — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Seal Beach city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Seal Beach city had a population of 24,109 in 2010 and 24,421 in 2024, a 1.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,191 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.10%.
24,421
Population (2024)
24,109
Population (2010)
25,191
Peak (2020)
0.10%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,109 |
| 2011 | 24,320 |
| 2012 | 24,456 |
| 2013 | 24,537 |
| 2014 | 24,506 |
| 2015 | 24,475 |
| 2016 | 24,400 |
| 2017 | 24,209 |
| 2018 | 24,050 |
| 2019 | 23,896 |
| 2020 | 25,191 |
| 2021 | 24,853 |
| 2022 | 24,665 |
| 2023 | 24,458 |
| 2024 | 24,421 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 71.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,045
Median Household Income
$67,571
Per Capita Income
4.0%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$492,200
Median Home Value
$2,419
Median Rent
75.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.4%
High School+
51.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
67.8%
Public Transit
23.6%
Work From Home
30.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
29.4%
Foreign Born
81.1%
Non-English at Home
8.1%
Veterans
18.9%
With Disability
98.0%
Health Insurance
93.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.3% |
| Information | 10.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Construction | 6.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Seal Beach, California has a population of 24,868 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 306th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Seal Beach, California is $83,045, with 4.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Seal Beach, California is $492,200, with median monthly rent at $2,419 and a homeownership rate of 75.9%.
The median age in Seal Beach, California is 61.2 years. The population is 44.9% male and 55.1% female.
The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (24,109 → 24,421).
Seal Beach city, CA Climate
Seal Beach city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F) and receives about 340 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.1°C
Avg Temp
340
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 57° | 75 mm |
| February | 15° / 58° | 76 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 64 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 17 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 5 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 2 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 0 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 3 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 7 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 10 mm |
| November | 16° / 62° | 33 mm |
| December | 14° / 56° | 48 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Seal Beach city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Seal Beach city, CA are typically June, July and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 28°C high). The coldest is December (near 7°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.