Vallejo, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Vallejo, California is 124,637 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 49th-largest city in California. The median household income is $89,496, the median home value is $557,500, and the median age is 40.0.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (116,137 → 123,475).
124,637
Population
4095
People / sq mi
$89,496
Median Income
$557,500
Median Home Value
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Vallejo covers 30.4 sq mi of land at 4095 people per square mile.
About Vallejo, CA
Vallejo is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 13.2% of the population. With 124,637 residents, Vallejo is a city in California. It ranks #49 among cities in California by population.
The typical household here earns about $89,496, above the US median of $78,538. About 8.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $557,500, with typical rent around $2,013.
27.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
Vallejo city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Vallejo city had a population of 116,137 in 2010 and 123,475 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 125,930 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
123,475
Population (2024)
116,137
Population (2010)
125,930
Peak (2020)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 116,137 |
| 2011 | 116,709 |
| 2012 | 117,599 |
| 2013 | 118,550 |
| 2014 | 119,602 |
| 2015 | 120,477 |
| 2016 | 120,949 |
| 2017 | 121,546 |
| 2018 | 121,677 |
| 2019 | 121,692 |
| 2020 | 125,930 |
| 2021 | 124,810 |
| 2022 | 123,934 |
| 2023 | 123,292 |
| 2024 | 123,475 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 27.3% |
| Black or African American | 17.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$89,496
Median Household Income
$40,845
Per Capita Income
8.9%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$557,500
Median Home Value
$2,013
Median Rent
58.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.5%
High School+
27.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.7%
Drive Alone
70.5%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
35.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.2%
Foreign Born
61.5%
Non-English at Home
6.2%
Veterans
12.9%
With Disability
93.6%
Health Insurance
96.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.5% |
| Retail Trade | 7.4% |
| Construction | 7.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.5% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Vallejo, California has a population of 124,637 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 49th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Vallejo, California is $89,496, with 8.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Vallejo, California is $557,500, with median monthly rent at $2,013 and a homeownership rate of 58.9%.
The median age in Vallejo, California is 40.0 years. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (116,137 → 123,475).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.