Truckee, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Truckee, California is 16,942 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 384th-largest city in California. The median household income is $125,995, the median home value is $884,000, and the median age is 42.3.
The population has grown 6.6% since 2010 (16,167 → 17,240).
16,942
Population
524
People / sq mi
$125,995
Median Income
$884,000
Median Home Value
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Truckee covers 32.3 sq mi of land at 524 people per square mile.
About Truckee, CA
Truckee stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 524 people per square mile. Truckee is a city in California with a population of 16,942.
The typical household earns $125,995 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.4%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $884,000, with typical rent around $2,089.
College attainment is above the local norm at 59.2%, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 28.8% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Truckee town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Truckee town had a population of 16,167 in 2010 and 17,240 in 2024, a 6.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,240 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.46%.
17,240
Population (2024)
16,167
Population (2010)
17,240
Peak (2024)
0.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,167 |
| 2011 | 16,151 |
| 2012 | 16,083 |
| 2013 | 16,085 |
| 2014 | 16,238 |
| 2015 | 16,266 |
| 2016 | 16,350 |
| 2017 | 16,482 |
| 2018 | 16,537 |
| 2019 | 16,735 |
| 2020 | 16,769 |
| 2021 | 17,145 |
| 2022 | 17,071 |
| 2023 | 17,101 |
| 2024 | 17,240 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$125,995
Median Household Income
$73,455
Per Capita Income
4.4%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$884,000
Median Home Value
$2,089
Median Rent
77.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.6%
High School+
59.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
58.7%
Public Transit
28.8%
Work From Home
21.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
34.5%
Foreign Born
83.9%
Non-English at Home
6.1%
Veterans
6.8%
With Disability
92.7%
Health Insurance
99.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 18.9% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.3% |
| Construction | 8.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.8% |
| Manufacturing | 7.7% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Truckee, California has a population of 16,942 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 384th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Truckee, California is $125,995, with 4.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Truckee, California is $884,000, with median monthly rent at $2,089 and a homeownership rate of 77.8%.
The median age in Truckee, California is 42.3 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The population has grown 6.6% since 2010 (16,167 → 17,240).
Truckee town, CA Climate
Truckee town, CA has an average annual temperature of 6°C (43°F) and receives about 816 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6°C
Avg Temp
816
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 27° | 145 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 128 mm |
| March | 1° / 34° | 115 mm |
| April | 4° / 39° | 50 mm |
| May | 8° / 46° | 35 mm |
| June | 12° / 54° | 22 mm |
| July | 16° / 61° | 9 mm |
| August | 16° / 61° | 13 mm |
| September | 13° / 55° | 23 mm |
| October | 8° / 46° | 49 mm |
| November | 2° / 35° | 110 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 117 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 Truckee town, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Truckee town, CA are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.