Sonoma, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Sonoma, California is 10,726 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 479th-largest city in California. The median household income is $101,281, the median home value is $954,300, and the median age is 54.4.
The population has declined 0.6% since 2010 (10,668 → 10,606).
10,726
Population
3909
People / sq mi
$101,281
Median Income
$954,300
Median Home Value
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Sonoma covers 2.7 sq mi of land at 3909 people per square mile.
About Sonoma, CA
Sonoma skews on age — the median resident is 54.4, older than the national median. With 10,726 residents, Sonoma is a city in California.
Households take in a median $101,281, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.5%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $954,300, with typical rent around $2,216.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 47.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 22.4% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Sonoma — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Sonoma city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Sonoma city had a population of 10,668 in 2010 and 10,606 in 2024, a -0.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,227 in 2018. Average annual growth rate: -0.04%.
10,606
Population (2024)
10,668
Population (2010)
11,227
Peak (2018)
-0.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,668 |
| 2011 | 10,707 |
| 2012 | 10,805 |
| 2013 | 10,872 |
| 2014 | 10,968 |
| 2015 | 11,009 |
| 2016 | 11,047 |
| 2017 | 11,070 |
| 2018 | 11,227 |
| 2019 | 11,024 |
| 2020 | 10,726 |
| 2021 | 10,706 |
| 2022 | 10,687 |
| 2023 | 10,603 |
| 2024 | 10,606 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$101,281
Median Household Income
$72,127
Per Capita Income
4.5%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$954,300
Median Home Value
$2,216
Median Rent
63.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.6%
High School+
47.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
67.4%
Public Transit
22.4%
Work From Home
26.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.6%
Foreign Born
84.5%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
17.0%
With Disability
96.9%
Health Insurance
97.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.7% |
| Manufacturing | 8.1% |
| Information | 7.0% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Retail Trade | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sonoma, California has a population of 10,726 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 479th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Sonoma, California is $101,281, with 4.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Sonoma, California is $954,300, with median monthly rent at $2,216 and a homeownership rate of 63.1%.
The median age in Sonoma, California is 54.4 years. The population is 45.8% male and 54.2% female.
The population has declined 0.6% since 2010 (10,668 → 10,606).
Sonoma city, CA Climate
Sonoma city, CA has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F) and receives about 756 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.1°C
Avg Temp
756
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 47° | 161 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 141 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 108 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 41 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 18 mm |
| June | 20° / 67° | 4 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 1 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 2 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 10 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 42 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 109 mm |
| December | 9° / 47° | 119 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 Sonoma city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Sonoma city, CA are typically August, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.