West Hollywood, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West Hollywood, California is 35,090 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 238th-largest city in California. The median household income is $94,844, the median home value is $969,900, and the median age is 39.6.
The population has grown 0.0% since 2010 (34,359 → 34,371).
35,090
Population
18586
People / sq mi
$94,844
Median Income
$969,900
Median Home Value
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West Hollywood covers 1.9 sq mi of land at 18586 people per square mile.
About West Hollywood, CA
West Hollywood stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 18,586 people per square mile. With 35,090 residents, West Hollywood is a city in California.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $94,844 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.2%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $969,900, with typical rent around $2,103.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 62.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Working from home is common here: 25.6% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in West Hollywood: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
West Hollywood city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of West Hollywood city had a population of 34,359 in 2010 and 34,371 in 2024, a 0.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 36,796 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.01%.
34,371
Population (2024)
34,359
Population (2010)
36,796
Peak (2017)
0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 34,359 |
| 2011 | 34,501 |
| 2012 | 34,631 |
| 2013 | 35,101 |
| 2014 | 35,475 |
| 2015 | 35,856 |
| 2016 | 36,510 |
| 2017 | 36,796 |
| 2018 | 36,687 |
| 2019 | 36,475 |
| 2020 | 35,696 |
| 2021 | 35,055 |
| 2022 | 34,752 |
| 2023 | 34,530 |
| 2024 | 34,371 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$94,844
Median Household Income
$88,026
Per Capita Income
9.2%
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$969,900
Median Home Value
$2,103
Median Rent
20.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.2%
High School+
62.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.6%
Drive Alone
57.5%
Public Transit
25.6%
Work From Home
27.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
43.1%
Foreign Born
73.5%
Non-English at Home
2.0%
Veterans
14.8%
With Disability
95.5%
Health Insurance
96.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 20.0% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 13.1% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Manufacturing | 5.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Retail Trade | 2.5% |
| Construction | 1.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Hollywood, California has a population of 35,090 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 238th-largest city in California.
The median household income in West Hollywood, California is $94,844, with 9.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West Hollywood, California is $969,900, with median monthly rent at $2,103 and a homeownership rate of 20.5%.
The median age in West Hollywood, California is 39.6 years. The population is 55.3% male and 44.7% female.
The population has grown 0.0% since 2010 (34,359 → 34,371).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.