South Gate, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of South Gate, California is 91,836 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 86th-largest city in California. The median household income is $71,315, the median home value is $608,500, and the median age is 35.2.
The population has declined 3.8% since 2010 (94,434 → 90,805).
91,836
Population
12690
People / sq mi
$71,315
Median Income
$608,500
Median Home Value
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South Gate covers 7.2 sq mi of land at 12690 people per square mile.
About South Gate, CA
South Gate is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 2.3% of the population. With 91,836 residents, South Gate is a city in California.
The typical household here earns about $71,315, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.5%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $608,500, with typical rent around $1,471.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 11.5%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
South Gate city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of South Gate city had a population of 94,434 in 2010 and 90,805 in 2024, a -3.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 95,597 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.28%.
90,805
Population (2024)
94,434
Population (2010)
95,597
Peak (2015)
-0.28%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 94,434 |
| 2011 | 94,591 |
| 2012 | 94,577 |
| 2013 | 94,674 |
| 2014 | 94,741 |
| 2015 | 95,597 |
| 2016 | 95,245 |
| 2017 | 94,848 |
| 2018 | 94,135 |
| 2019 | 93,444 |
| 2020 | 92,656 |
| 2021 | 91,857 |
| 2022 | 91,318 |
| 2023 | 90,795 |
| 2024 | 90,805 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 23.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$71,315
Median Household Income
$24,567
Per Capita Income
11.5%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$608,500
Median Home Value
$1,471
Median Rent
44.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
59.1%
High School+
11.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.1%
Drive Alone
69.2%
Public Transit
6.4%
Work From Home
32.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
2.3%
Foreign Born
16.0%
Non-English at Home
1.4%
Veterans
9.1%
With Disability
86.6%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.5% |
| Manufacturing | 12.8% |
| Retail Trade | 12.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.6% |
| Construction | 8.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Information | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
South Gate, California has a population of 91,836 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 86th-largest city in California.
The median household income in South Gate, California is $71,315, with 11.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in South Gate, California is $608,500, with median monthly rent at $1,471 and a homeownership rate of 44.4%.
The median age in South Gate, California is 35.2 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The population has declined 3.8% since 2010 (94,434 → 90,805).
South Gate city, CA Climate
South Gate city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F) and receives about 365 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.8°C
Avg Temp
365
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 58° | 79 mm |
| February | 15° / 59° | 82 mm |
| March | 16° / 60° | 70 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 23 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 5 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 2 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 1 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 6 mm |
| October | 21° / 69° | 10 mm |
| November | 17° / 63° | 36 mm |
| December | 14° / 58° | 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 South Gate city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit South Gate city, CA are typically June, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near 8°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.