Tulare, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tulare, California is 69,984 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 130th-largest city in California. The median household income is $69,517, the median home value is $301,200, and the median age is 29.5.
The population has grown 22.2% since 2010 (59,432 → 72,601).
69,984
Population
3374
People / sq mi
$69,517
Median Income
$301,200
Median Home Value
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Tulare covers 20.7 sq mi of land at 3374 people per square mile.
About Tulare, CA
Tulare is defined demographically by education — 10.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 69,984 residents, Tulare is a city in California.
The typical household here earns about $69,517, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 15.8%, above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $301,200, with typical rent around $1,354.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 10.7%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Tulare city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tulare city had a population of 59,432 in 2010 and 72,601 in 2024, a 22.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 72,601 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.45%.
72,601
Population (2024)
59,432
Population (2010)
72,601
Peak (2024)
1.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 59,432 |
| 2011 | 59,789 |
| 2012 | 60,625 |
| 2013 | 60,905 |
| 2014 | 61,444 |
| 2015 | 61,915 |
| 2016 | 62,538 |
| 2017 | 63,486 |
| 2018 | 64,274 |
| 2019 | 65,496 |
| 2020 | 69,334 |
| 2021 | 70,440 |
| 2022 | 70,809 |
| 2023 | 71,554 |
| 2024 | 72,601 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 46.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$69,517
Median Household Income
$26,459
Per Capita Income
15.8%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$301,200
Median Home Value
$1,354
Median Rent
58.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
76.5%
High School+
10.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
82.9%
Public Transit
5.1%
Work From Home
22.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
8.0%
Foreign Born
53.6%
Non-English at Home
4.6%
Veterans
13.7%
With Disability
90.4%
Health Insurance
93.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.5% |
| Manufacturing | 11.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 10.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 6.6% |
| Public Administration | 6.2% |
| Construction | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Information | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tulare, California has a population of 69,984 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 130th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Tulare, California is $69,517, with 15.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tulare, California is $301,200, with median monthly rent at $1,354 and a homeownership rate of 58.5%.
The median age in Tulare, California is 29.5 years. The population is 48.5% male and 51.5% female.
The population has grown 22.2% since 2010 (59,432 → 72,601).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.