Selma, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Selma, California is 24,586 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 308th-largest city in California. The median household income is $55,839, the median home value is $288,700, and the median age is 33.3.
The population has grown 4.5% since 2010 (23,459 → 24,505).
24,586
Population
4138
People / sq mi
$55,839
Median Income
$288,700
Median Home Value
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Selma covers 5.9 sq mi of land at 4138 people per square mile.
About Selma, CA
Selma is defined demographically by education — 11.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 24,586 residents, Selma is a city in California.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $55,839, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 14.9%, above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $288,700, with typical rent around $1,202.
Selma is among the least college-educated US cities, at 11.4% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.5%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Selma city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Selma city had a population of 23,459 in 2010 and 24,505 in 2024, a 4.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 24,825 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.31%.
24,505
Population (2024)
23,459
Population (2010)
24,825
Peak (2019)
0.31%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,459 |
| 2011 | 23,570 |
| 2012 | 23,886 |
| 2013 | 24,259 |
| 2014 | 24,325 |
| 2015 | 24,440 |
| 2016 | 24,683 |
| 2017 | 24,695 |
| 2018 | 24,758 |
| 2019 | 24,825 |
| 2020 | 24,769 |
| 2021 | 24,727 |
| 2022 | 24,659 |
| 2023 | 24,583 |
| 2024 | 24,505 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$55,839
Median Household Income
$22,457
Per Capita Income
14.9%
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$288,700
Median Home Value
$1,202
Median Rent
59.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
71.7%
High School+
11.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
81.8%
Public Transit
3.5%
Work From Home
25.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.5%
Foreign Born
50.5%
Non-English at Home
2.5%
Veterans
13.9%
With Disability
91.1%
Health Insurance
87.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 10.0% |
| Retail Trade | 7.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.5% |
| Construction | 6.4% |
| Public Administration | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Information | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Selma, California has a population of 24,586 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 308th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Selma, California is $55,839, with 14.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Selma, California is $288,700, with median monthly rent at $1,202 and a homeownership rate of 59.1%.
The median age in Selma, California is 33.3 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
The population has grown 4.5% since 2010 (23,459 → 24,505).
Selma city, CA Climate
Selma city, CA has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F) and receives about 259 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17°C
Avg Temp
259
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 50 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 48 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 49 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 20 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 8 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 3 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 0 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 0 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 7 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 13 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 28 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 33 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 Selma city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Selma city, CA are typically May, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 36°C high). The coldest is December (near 2°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.