Simi Valley, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Simi Valley, California is 125,769 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 47th-largest city in California. The median household income is $117,703, the median home value is $753,500, and the median age is 41.8.
The population has grown 1.1% since 2010 (124,463 → 125,778).
125,769
Population
3027
People / sq mi
$117,703
Median Income
$753,500
Median Home Value
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Simi Valley covers 41.5 sq mi of land at 3027 people per square mile.
About Simi Valley, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Simi Valley: the median home is valued at $753,500. With 125,769 residents, Simi Valley is a city in California. It ranks #47 among cities in California by population.
Households take in a median $117,703, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 4.0%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $753,500, with typical rent around $2,513.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 37.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 17.1%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Simi Valley — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Simi Valley city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Simi Valley city had a population of 124,463 in 2010 and 125,778 in 2024, a 1.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 126,347 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.08%.
125,778
Population (2024)
124,463
Population (2010)
126,347
Peak (2020)
0.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 124,463 |
| 2011 | 125,019 |
| 2012 | 125,274 |
| 2013 | 125,868 |
| 2014 | 126,239 |
| 2015 | 126,123 |
| 2016 | 125,958 |
| 2017 | 126,107 |
| 2018 | 125,438 |
| 2019 | 125,613 |
| 2020 | 126,347 |
| 2021 | 125,815 |
| 2022 | 125,103 |
| 2023 | 125,271 |
| 2024 | 125,778 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$117,703
Median Household Income
$53,828
Per Capita Income
4.0%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$753,500
Median Home Value
$2,513
Median Rent
72.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.9%
High School+
37.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
71.9%
Public Transit
17.1%
Work From Home
28.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.2%
Foreign Born
73.7%
Non-English at Home
4.5%
Veterans
11.5%
With Disability
94.6%
Health Insurance
96.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.1% |
| Manufacturing | 11.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Information | 8.4% |
| Construction | 7.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Simi Valley, California has a population of 125,769 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 47th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Simi Valley, California is $117,703, with 4.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Simi Valley, California is $753,500, with median monthly rent at $2,513 and a homeownership rate of 72.9%.
The median age in Simi Valley, California is 41.8 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 1.1% since 2010 (124,463 → 125,778).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.