Boulevard, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boulevard, California had a total population of 752, the 1139th largest community in California, with a median household income of $78,217, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Boulevard Quick Facts
How Boulevard Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 502 | 752 | +49.8% |
| Median household income | $76,513 | $78,217 | +2.2% |
| Median home value | $347,100 | $388,600 | +12.0% |
How Boulevard Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Boulevard Rankings in California
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Other Cities in San Diego County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego | 1,389,526 | $108,077 | 11.0% | $906,700 |
| Chula Vista | 276,375 | $108,032 | 8.8% | $758,700 |
| Oceanside | 172,242 | $97,737 | 8.3% | $770,300 |
| Escondido | 149,668 | $91,967 | 12.2% | $714,500 |
| Carlsbad | 114,373 | $142,748 | 6.9% | $1,257,000 |
| El Cajon | 104,449 | $67,511 | 20.5% | $681,700 |
| Vista | 99,114 | $94,975 | 10.5% | $762,400 |
| San Marcos | 94,882 | $109,377 | 9.2% | $868,000 |
| Encinitas | 61,480 | $162,229 | 7.4% | $1,646,800 |
| La Mesa | 60,797 | $95,028 | 11.5% | $812,000 |
Cities Similar to Boulevard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Gate | 742 | N/A | $210,000 | 29.8% | 21.4% |
| Jacumba | 740 | N/A | N/A | 14.0% | 46.6% |
| Petaluma Center | 763 | $75,682 | N/A | 24.5% | 0.0% |
| University of California-Merced | 724 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Lebec | 797 | N/A | $422,400 | 32.1% | 17.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 752, Boulevard's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Boulevard is a small community located in California, within San Diego County. The total population is 752. It ranks as the 1139th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boulevard is 42.5 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boulevard is $78,217. This is 21% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Boulevard, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $388,600. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Boulevard is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 34.2%.
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boulevard, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Boulevard, California?
Boulevard, California has a population of 752 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boulevard, CA?
The median household income in Boulevard is $78,217, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boulevard, CA?
The poverty rate in Boulevard is 8.8%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boulevard, California?
Boulevard's population is 49.7% White, 0.0% Black, 34.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boulevard, CA?
The median home value in Boulevard is $388,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.
How educated is Boulevard, California?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Boulevard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.