Yucca Valley, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Yucca Valley, California is 21,744 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 334th-largest city in California. The median household income is $55,302, the median home value is $321,300, and the median age is 40.2.
The population has grown 5.6% since 2010 (20,695 → 21,858).
21,744
Population
546
People / sq mi
$55,302
Median Income
$321,300
Median Home Value
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Yucca Valley covers 39.8 sq mi of land at 546 people per square mile.
About Yucca Valley, CA
What distinguishes Yucca Valley is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 546 people per square mile. Yucca Valley is a city in California with a population of 21,744.
The typical household earns $55,302, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 13.2% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $321,300, with typical rent around $1,341.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 20.9%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Yucca Valley town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Yucca Valley town had a population of 20,695 in 2010 and 21,858 in 2024, a 5.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,858 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.39%.
21,858
Population (2024)
20,695
Population (2010)
21,858
Peak (2024)
0.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,695 |
| 2011 | 20,867 |
| 2012 | 20,991 |
| 2013 | 21,044 |
| 2014 | 21,304 |
| 2015 | 21,431 |
| 2016 | 21,538 |
| 2017 | 21,650 |
| 2018 | 21,691 |
| 2019 | 21,777 |
| 2020 | 21,766 |
| 2021 | 21,786 |
| 2022 | 21,746 |
| 2023 | 21,755 |
| 2024 | 21,858 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 67.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$55,302
Median Household Income
$32,643
Per Capita Income
13.2%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$321,300
Median Home Value
$1,341
Median Rent
62.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.6%
High School+
20.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
78.1%
Public Transit
6.1%
Work From Home
27.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.0%
Foreign Born
80.8%
Non-English at Home
8.7%
Veterans
19.8%
With Disability
93.8%
Health Insurance
93.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.6% |
| Construction | 12.5% |
| Retail Trade | 6.7% |
| Public Administration | 6.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Manufacturing | 3.7% |
| Information | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yucca Valley, California has a population of 21,744 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 334th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Yucca Valley, California is $55,302, with 13.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Yucca Valley, California is $321,300, with median monthly rent at $1,341 and a homeownership rate of 62.8%.
The median age in Yucca Valley, California is 40.2 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The population has grown 5.6% since 2010 (20,695 → 21,858).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.