Stanford, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Stanford, California is 17,958 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 373rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $70,651, the median home value is $2,000,001, and the median age is 22.7.
17,958
Population
6530
People / sq mi
$70,651
Median Income
$2,000,001
Median Home Value
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Stanford covers 2.8 sq mi of land at 6530 people per square mile.
About Stanford, CA
Stanford is defined demographically by education — 91.1% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average. Stanford is a city in California with a population of 17,958.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $70,651 — below the US median of $78,538. About 7.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $2,000,001, with typical rent around $1,925.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 91.1% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 21.4%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
The education numbers are the throughline: a college-heavy population in Stanford usually coincides with higher incomes and a workforce concentrated in professional and information industries.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 50.3% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$70,651
Median Household Income
$42,003
Per Capita Income
7.0%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$2,000,001
Median Home Value
$1,925
Median Rent
25.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.2%
High School+
91.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.8%
Drive Alone
18.5%
Public Transit
21.4%
Work From Home
15.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.2%
Foreign Born
61.1%
Non-English at Home
0.7%
Veterans
6.7%
With Disability
98.0%
Health Insurance
99.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 60.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Manufacturing | 2.4% |
| Public Administration | 2.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Information | 1.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.4% |
| Retail Trade | 0.7% |
| Construction | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Stanford, California has a population of 17,958 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 373rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Stanford, California is $70,651, with 7.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Stanford, California is $2,000,001, with median monthly rent at $1,925 and a homeownership rate of 25.5%.
The median age in Stanford, California is 22.7 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
Stanford Cdp, CA Climate
Stanford Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F) and receives about 481 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.7°C
Avg Temp
481
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 49° | 97 mm |
| February | 11° / 52° | 80 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 78 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 34 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 8 mm |
| June | 18° / 64° | 3 mm |
| July | 19° / 67° | 1 mm |
| August | 19° / 67° | 2 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 6 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 28 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 71 mm |
| December | 9° / 49° | 73 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 Stanford Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Stanford Cdp, CA are typically August, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 26°C high). The coldest is December (near 4°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.