Vista, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Vista, California is 98,646 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 78th-largest city in California. The median household income is $91,854, the median home value is $674,400, and the median age is 34.9.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (93,401 → 99,322).
98,646
Population
5200
People / sq mi
$91,854
Median Income
$674,400
Median Home Value
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Vista covers 19.0 sq mi of land at 5200 people per square mile.
About Vista, CA
In Vista, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $674,400. With 98,646 residents, Vista is a city in California.
The typical household here earns about $91,854, above the US median of $78,538. About 7.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $674,400, with typical rent around $2,148.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 27.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 13.2%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Vista — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Vista city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Vista city had a population of 93,401 in 2010 and 99,322 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 101,638 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.45%.
99,322
Population (2024)
93,401
Population (2010)
101,638
Peak (2019)
0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 93,401 |
| 2011 | 94,355 |
| 2012 | 95,307 |
| 2013 | 96,211 |
| 2014 | 96,999 |
| 2015 | 99,623 |
| 2016 | 100,746 |
| 2017 | 100,740 |
| 2018 | 100,784 |
| 2019 | 101,638 |
| 2020 | 98,833 |
| 2021 | 99,221 |
| 2022 | 99,269 |
| 2023 | 99,031 |
| 2024 | 99,322 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 50.3% |
| Black or African American | 2.8% |
| Asian | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$91,854
Median Household Income
$39,560
Per Capita Income
7.1%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$674,400
Median Home Value
$2,148
Median Rent
49.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
81.3%
High School+
27.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
75.7%
Public Transit
13.2%
Work From Home
26.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.3%
Foreign Born
59.1%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
8.2%
With Disability
87.9%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.8% |
| Manufacturing | 11.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.6% |
| Construction | 10.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.0% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Retail Trade | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Vista, California has a population of 98,646 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 78th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Vista, California is $91,854, with 7.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Vista, California is $674,400, with median monthly rent at $2,148 and a homeownership rate of 49.2%.
The median age in Vista, California is 34.9 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (93,401 → 99,322).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.