Olivehurst, California Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Olivehurst, California had a total population of 18,444, the 371st largest community in California, with a median household income of $83,214, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Olivehurst Quick Facts
How Olivehurst Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,464 | 18,444 | +37.0% |
| Median household income | $59,810 | $83,214 | +39.1% |
| Median home value¹ | $213,036 | $384,500 | +80.5% |
| Median gross rent | $1,216 | $1,326 | No clear change (+9.1%) |
How Olivehurst Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 39.9%
- Black: 5.1%
- Hispanic: 41.1%
- Asian: 8.9%
- Other: 0.3%
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+)
- < High School: 19.2%
- HS Diploma: 30.3%
- Some College: 28.8%
- Associate's: 8.6%
- Bachelor's: 8.7%
- Graduate+: 4.4%
Olivehurst Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Yuba County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linda | 23,871 | $72,776 | 17.2% | $371,700 |
| Marysville | 12,726 | $56,430 | 24.5% | $292,300 |
| Plumas Lake | 9,418 | $120,408 | 4.5% | $555,300 |
| Wheatland | 3,876 | $83,452 | 11.2% | $429,200 |
| Loma Rica | 2,343 | $97,903 | 6.3% | $495,100 |
| Beale AFB | 1,344 | $70,061 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Challenge-Brownsville | 887 | N/A | 21.1% | $344,200 |
| Dobbins | 875 | $54,386 | 35.5% | $423,400 |
| Smartsville | 44 | N/A | 9.1% | N/A |
| Camptonville | 42 | $53,750 | 2.4% | $368,200 |
Cities Similar to Olivehurst
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phelan | 18,496 | $79,914 | $386,800 | 12.4% | 12.7% |
| Santa Fe Springs | 18,871 | $88,238 | $659,900 | 23.0% | 13.0% |
| Stanford | 18,662 | $75,208 | $2,000,000+ | 92.3% | 15.9% |
| Mead Valley | 19,286 | $86,795 | $446,200 | 10.5% | 9.6% |
| East Hemet | 20,257 | $82,096 | $419,700 | 13.1% | 18.8% |
Population Overview
Olivehurst is a small city located in California, within Yuba County. The total population is 18,444. It ranks as the 371st most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Olivehurst is 32.8 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Olivehurst is $83,214. This is 16% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $384,500. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 68.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Olivehurst is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 39.9%.
Education
13.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 80.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Olivehurst, 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 Olivehurst, California?
Olivehurst, California has a population of 18,444 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Olivehurst, CA?
The median household income in Olivehurst is $83,214, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Olivehurst, CA?
The poverty rate in Olivehurst is 10.6%. This means approximately 1,940 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Olivehurst, California?
Olivehurst's population is 39.9% White, 5.1% Black, 41.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Olivehurst, CA?
The median home value in Olivehurst is $384,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Olivehurst, California?
13.2% of adults (25+) in Olivehurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.