Yuba County, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 39th-largest in California
The population of Yuba County, California is 83,079 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 39th-largest county in California. The median household income is $73,313, the median home value is $380,000, and the median age is 33.9.
The population of Yuba County has grown 20.9% since 2010 (72,345 → 87,469), a +1.37% annualized rate.
83,079
Population
+1.37%
Annual growth
131
People / sq mi
$73,313
Median Income
$380,000
Median Home Value
Yuba County covers 632 sq mi of land at 131.5 people per square mile.
About Yuba County, CA
Yuba County skews on age — the median resident is 33.9, younger than the national median. Yuba County is a county in California with a population of 83,079. It ranks #39 among counties in California by population.
Median household income is $73,313, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.8%, close to the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $380,000, with typical rent around $1,209.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 17.9%, below the national 35.0%. About 8.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Yuba County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Yuba County had a population of 72,345 in 2010 and 87,469 in 2024, a 20.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 87,469 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.37%.
87,469
Population (2024)
72,345
Population (2010)
87,469
Peak (2024)
1.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 72,345 |
| 2011 | 72,480 |
| 2012 | 72,770 |
| 2013 | 73,082 |
| 2014 | 73,527 |
| 2015 | 74,039 |
| 2016 | 74,920 |
| 2017 | 76,575 |
| 2018 | 77,418 |
| 2019 | 78,549 |
| 2020 | 82,001 |
| 2021 | 83,035 |
| 2022 | 84,335 |
| 2023 | 85,695 |
| 2024 | 87,469 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
33.9
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
13.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 23.1% · Seniors (65+): 13.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $73,313$-23,021 vs state |
| Mean household income | $93,604 |
| Per-capita income | $32,854 |
| Poverty rate | 11.8%+3.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 51.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Yuba County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
1.4%
Carpool
77.9%
Public transit
8.4%
Work from home
31.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$380,000$-315,400 vs state
Median home value
$1,209
Median rent
63.3%
Homeownership rate
30,089
Total housing units
93.3%
Occupied
6.7%
Vacant
36.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.1%
With health insurance
95.0%
With broadband internet
17.1%
Foreign-born
8.9%
Veterans (18+)
16.0%
With a disability
75.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.7%
High School+
17.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yuba County, California has a population of 83,079 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 39th-largest county in California. Population density is 131 people per square mile.
The population of Yuba County has grown 20.9% since 2010 (72,345 → 87,469), a +1.37% annualized rate.
The median household income in Yuba County, California is $73,313, with mean (average) household income of $93,604 and per-capita income of $32,854. 11.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Yuba County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (60.5%), Hispanic or Latino (5.7%), Black or African American (3.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Yuba County, California is 33.9 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Yuba County is $380,000 and median monthly rent is $1,209. 63.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 30,089 total housing units, 6.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Yuba County, California is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.
Los Angeles is among the largest cities associated with Yuba County, California, with a population of 3,857,897.
Yuba County, CA Climate
Yuba County, CA has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F) and receives about 845 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.6°C
Avg Temp
845
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 160 mm |
| February | 10° / 51° | 132 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 129 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 60 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 19 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 9 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 1 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 4 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 14 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 52 mm |
| November | 11° / 53° | 133 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 132 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 Yuba County, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Yuba County, CA are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°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.