Tustin, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tustin, California is 79,035 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 111th-largest city in California. The median household income is $108,435, the median home value is $890,600, and the median age is 36.8.
The population has grown 4.5% since 2010 (75,472 → 78,863).
79,035
Population
7106
People / sq mi
$108,435
Median Income
$890,600
Median Home Value
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Tustin covers 11.1 sq mi of land at 7106 people per square mile.
About Tustin, CA
In Tustin, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $890,600. Tustin is a city in California with a population of 79,035.
The typical household earns $108,435 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.3%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $890,600, with typical rent around $2,340.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 46.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 16.1% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Tustin — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Tustin city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tustin city had a population of 75,472 in 2010 and 78,863 in 2024, a 4.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 80,245 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: 0.32%.
78,863
Population (2024)
75,472
Population (2010)
80,245
Peak (2016)
0.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 75,472 |
| 2011 | 76,227 |
| 2012 | 77,575 |
| 2013 | 78,122 |
| 2014 | 80,138 |
| 2015 | 80,088 |
| 2016 | 80,245 |
| 2017 | 80,121 |
| 2018 | 79,578 |
| 2019 | 79,348 |
| 2020 | 79,885 |
| 2021 | 79,211 |
| 2022 | 78,607 |
| 2023 | 78,382 |
| 2024 | 78,863 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 38.3% |
| Black or African American | 2.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$108,435
Median Household Income
$50,723
Per Capita Income
8.3%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$890,600
Median Home Value
$2,340
Median Rent
50.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.9%
High School+
46.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
68.7%
Public Transit
16.1%
Work From Home
23.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.9%
Foreign Born
48.2%
Non-English at Home
2.9%
Veterans
8.3%
With Disability
92.3%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.5% |
| Manufacturing | 11.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.8% |
| Information | 9.0% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tustin, California has a population of 79,035 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 111th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Tustin, California is $108,435, with 8.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tustin, California is $890,600, with median monthly rent at $2,340 and a homeownership rate of 50.9%.
The median age in Tustin, California is 36.8 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 4.5% since 2010 (75,472 → 78,863).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.