Spring Valley Lake, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Spring Valley Lake, California is 10,098 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 498th-largest city in California. The median household income is $93,040, the median home value is $439,500, and the median age is 35.2.
10,098
Population
3339
People / sq mi
$93,040
Median Income
$439,500
Median Home Value
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Spring Valley Lake covers 3.0 sq mi of land at 3339 people per square mile.
About Spring Valley Lake, CA
The poverty rate is what most separates Spring Valley Lake from the typical city: 3.7% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Spring Valley Lake is a city in California with a population of 10,098.
Median household income is $93,040, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.7%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $439,500, with typical rent around $2,264.
Roughly 30.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 11.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.3% |
| Black or African American | 4.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$93,040
Median Household Income
$39,935
Per Capita Income
3.7%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$439,500
Median Home Value
$2,264
Median Rent
74.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.8%
High School+
30.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
79.4%
Public Transit
11.4%
Work From Home
34.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.1%
Foreign Born
81.1%
Non-English at Home
8.3%
Veterans
17.5%
With Disability
97.3%
Health Insurance
99.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.8% |
| Construction | 7.6% |
| Retail Trade | 6.8% |
| Public Administration | 5.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Information | 4.0% |
| Manufacturing | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Valley Lake, California has a population of 10,098 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 498th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Spring Valley Lake, California is $93,040, with 3.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Spring Valley Lake, California is $439,500, with median monthly rent at $2,264 and a homeownership rate of 74.7%.
The median age in Spring Valley Lake, California is 35.2 years. The population is 46.8% male and 53.2% female.
Spring Valley Lake Cdp, CA Climate
Spring Valley Lake Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F) and receives about 196 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.9°C
Avg Temp
196
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 33 mm |
| February | 9° / 49° | 35 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 32 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 12 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 7 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 1 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 3 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 7 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 8 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 8 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 22 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 28 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 Spring Valley Lake Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Spring Valley Lake Cdp, CA are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 36°C high). The coldest is December (near -1°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.