West Sacramento, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West Sacramento, California is 54,496 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 171st-largest city in California. The median household income is $90,791, the median home value is $497,100, and the median age is 34.6.
The population has grown 14.6% since 2010 (48,842 → 55,991).
54,496
Population
2538
People / sq mi
$90,791
Median Income
$497,100
Median Home Value
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West Sacramento covers 21.5 sq mi of land at 2538 people per square mile.
About West Sacramento, CA
West Sacramento is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.7% of the population. West Sacramento is a city in California with a population of 54,496.
Median household income is $90,791, above the US median of $78,538. About 9.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $497,100, with typical rent around $1,568.
33.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 18.9%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
West Sacramento city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of West Sacramento city had a population of 48,842 in 2010 and 55,991 in 2024, a 14.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 55,991 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.98%.
55,991
Population (2024)
48,842
Population (2010)
55,991
Peak (2024)
0.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,842 |
| 2011 | 49,106 |
| 2012 | 49,528 |
| 2013 | 49,978 |
| 2014 | 51,637 |
| 2015 | 52,431 |
| 2016 | 52,933 |
| 2017 | 53,304 |
| 2018 | 53,601 |
| 2019 | 53,519 |
| 2020 | 53,819 |
| 2021 | 53,973 |
| 2022 | 55,114 |
| 2023 | 55,660 |
| 2024 | 55,991 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 51.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$90,791
Median Household Income
$41,653
Per Capita Income
9.9%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$497,100
Median Home Value
$1,568
Median Rent
59.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.2%
High School+
33.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.1%
Drive Alone
65.7%
Public Transit
18.9%
Work From Home
23.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.7%
Foreign Born
61.8%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
10.8%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
96.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.7% |
| Public Administration | 14.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Retail Trade | 7.7% |
| Construction | 7.5% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Manufacturing | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Sacramento, California has a population of 54,496 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 171st-largest city in California.
The median household income in West Sacramento, California is $90,791, with 9.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West Sacramento, California is $497,100, with median monthly rent at $1,568 and a homeownership rate of 59.5%.
The median age in West Sacramento, California is 34.6 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
The population has grown 14.6% since 2010 (48,842 → 55,991).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.