Tehachapi, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tehachapi, California is 12,366 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 447th-largest city in California. The median household income is $67,785, the median home value is $344,700, and the median age is 39.2.
The population has declined 22.6% since 2010 (14,367 → 11,114).
12,366
Population
1204
People / sq mi
$67,785
Median Income
$344,700
Median Home Value
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Tehachapi covers 10.3 sq mi of land at 1204 people per square mile.
About Tehachapi, CA
Tehachapi is defined demographically by education — 14.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 12,366 residents, Tehachapi is a city in California.
Median household income is $67,785, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 4.8%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $344,700, with typical rent around $1,278.
Tehachapi is among the least college-educated US cities, at 14.5% — 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 26 minutes each way.
Tehachapi city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tehachapi city had a population of 14,367 in 2010 and 11,114 in 2024, a -22.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,367 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.74%.
11,114
Population (2024)
14,367
Population (2010)
14,367
Peak (2010)
-1.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,367 |
| 2011 | 14,332 |
| 2012 | 13,827 |
| 2013 | 13,289 |
| 2014 | 13,227 |
| 2015 | 13,004 |
| 2016 | 12,471 |
| 2017 | 12,565 |
| 2018 | 12,399 |
| 2019 | 13,011 |
| 2020 | 13,016 |
| 2021 | 12,330 |
| 2022 | 12,374 |
| 2023 | 10,951 |
| 2024 | 11,114 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.9% |
| Black or African American | 6.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$67,785
Median Household Income
$23,388
Per Capita Income
4.8%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$344,700
Median Home Value
$1,278
Median Rent
61.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
78.7%
High School+
14.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
78.0%
Public Transit
6.4%
Work From Home
25.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.8%
Foreign Born
71.4%
Non-English at Home
8.0%
Veterans
16.4%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
97.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.0% |
| Public Administration | 12.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 10.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.4% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tehachapi, California has a population of 12,366 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 447th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Tehachapi, California is $67,785, with 4.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tehachapi, California is $344,700, with median monthly rent at $1,278 and a homeownership rate of 61.2%.
The median age in Tehachapi, California is 39.2 years. The population is 63.9% male and 36.1% female.
The population has declined 22.6% since 2010 (14,367 → 11,114).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.