Glenn County, California Demographics 2026
Glenn County, California has a population of 28,494, the 48th most populous county in California. The median household income is $67,139 and the median home value is $352,400. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Glenn County Quick Facts
How Glenn County 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 | 28,623 | 28,494 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $70,487 | $67,139 | -4.7% |
| Median home value | $338,400 | $352,400 | +4.1% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Glenn County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orland | 8,357 | $64,945 | 16.9% | $342,200 |
| Willows | 6,190 | $64,068 | 19.3% | $281,700 |
| Hamilton City | 2,267 | $65,833 | 7.6% | $302,800 |
| Artois | 336 | $152,719 | 0.0% | $196,500 |
| Elk Creek | 36 | $85,313 | 0.0% | $184,400 |
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Population Overview
Glenn County is located in California with a total population of 28,494. It is the 48th most populous county out of 58 in California. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glenn County is 36.2 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glenn County is $67,139. This is 32% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 8.0%. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $352,400. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 61.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Glenn County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 45.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.
Education
15.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Glenn County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against California and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Glenn County, California?
Glenn County has a population of 28,494, making it the 48th most populous county in California.
What is the median income in Glenn County?
The median household income in Glenn County is $67,139 with a poverty rate of 16.0%.
How many cities are in Glenn County, California?
Glenn County contains 5 Census-designated places.