Upland, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Upland, California is 78,940 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 112th-largest city in California. The median household income is $101,407, the median home value is $688,800, and the median age is 37.5.
The population has grown 7.9% since 2010 (73,884 → 79,684).
78,940
Population
5065
People / sq mi
$101,407
Median Income
$688,800
Median Home Value
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Upland covers 15.6 sq mi of land at 5065 people per square mile.
About Upland, CA
In Upland, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $688,800. Upland is a city in California with a population of 78,940.
Households take in a median $101,407, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.7%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $688,800, with typical rent around $1,976.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 35.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. Around 12.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Upland — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Upland city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Upland city had a population of 73,884 in 2010 and 79,684 in 2024, a 7.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 79,684 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.54%.
79,684
Population (2024)
73,884
Population (2010)
79,684
Peak (2024)
0.54%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 73,884 |
| 2011 | 74,465 |
| 2012 | 74,933 |
| 2013 | 75,188 |
| 2014 | 75,542 |
| 2015 | 75,970 |
| 2016 | 76,374 |
| 2017 | 76,778 |
| 2018 | 76,833 |
| 2019 | 77,140 |
| 2020 | 79,047 |
| 2021 | 79,272 |
| 2022 | 79,190 |
| 2023 | 79,171 |
| 2024 | 79,684 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 45.1% |
| Black or African American | 6.9% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$101,407
Median Household Income
$45,163
Per Capita Income
6.7%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$688,800
Median Home Value
$1,976
Median Rent
56.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.5%
High School+
35.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
71.9%
Public Transit
12.3%
Work From Home
30.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.4%
Foreign Born
68.8%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
11.2%
With Disability
93.7%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.7% |
| Retail Trade | 8.7% |
| Manufacturing | 6.7% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.5% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Upland, California has a population of 78,940 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 112th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Upland, California is $101,407, with 6.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Upland, California is $688,800, with median monthly rent at $1,976 and a homeownership rate of 56.9%.
The median age in Upland, California is 37.5 years. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The population has grown 7.9% since 2010 (73,884 → 79,684).
Upland city, CA Climate
Upland city, CA has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F) and receives about 386 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.5°C
Avg Temp
386
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 53° | 76 mm |
| February | 13° / 55° | 80 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 72 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 29 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 9 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 1 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 2 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 4 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 9 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 10 mm |
| November | 15° / 58° | 42 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 52 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 Upland city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Upland city, CA are typically June, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 33°C high). The coldest is December (near 4°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.