Windsor, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Windsor, California is 26,179 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 292nd-largest city in California. The median household income is $129,004, the median home value is $763,200, and the median age is 42.7.
The population has declined 3.6% since 2010 (26,811 → 25,846).
26,179
Population
3521
People / sq mi
$129,004
Median Income
$763,200
Median Home Value
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Windsor covers 7.4 sq mi of land at 3521 people per square mile.
About Windsor, CA
The poverty rate is what most separates Windsor from the typical city: 1.7% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 26,179 residents, Windsor is a city in California.
Median household income is $129,004, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 1.7% — below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $763,200, with typical rent around $2,087.
34.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Windsor town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Windsor town had a population of 26,811 in 2010 and 25,846 in 2024, a -3.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 27,769 in 2018. Average annual growth rate: -0.26%.
25,846
Population (2024)
26,811
Population (2010)
27,769
Peak (2018)
-0.26%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,811 |
| 2011 | 26,882 |
| 2012 | 26,994 |
| 2013 | 27,157 |
| 2014 | 27,280 |
| 2015 | 27,373 |
| 2016 | 27,493 |
| 2017 | 27,431 |
| 2018 | 27,769 |
| 2019 | 27,128 |
| 2020 | 26,344 |
| 2021 | 26,264 |
| 2022 | 26,053 |
| 2023 | 25,900 |
| 2024 | 25,846 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$129,004
Median Household Income
$54,425
Per Capita Income
1.7%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$763,200
Median Home Value
$2,087
Median Rent
74.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.0%
High School+
34.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
78.8%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
23.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.3%
Foreign Born
71.9%
Non-English at Home
6.2%
Veterans
10.4%
With Disability
94.9%
Health Insurance
96.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.5% |
| Manufacturing | 11.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.5% |
| Construction | 10.2% |
| Information | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Windsor, California has a population of 26,179 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 292nd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Windsor, California is $129,004, with 1.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Windsor, California is $763,200, with median monthly rent at $2,087 and a homeownership rate of 74.5%.
The median age in Windsor, California is 42.7 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The population has declined 3.6% since 2010 (26,811 → 25,846).
Windsor town, CA Climate
Windsor town, CA has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F) and receives about 962 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.8°C
Avg Temp
962
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 47° | 207 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 175 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 143 mm |
| April | 14° / 56° | 51 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 22 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 5 mm |
| July | 21° / 69° | 2 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 3 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 13 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 52 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 138 mm |
| December | 9° / 47° | 151 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 Windsor town, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Windsor town, CA are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.