Rancho Murieta, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rancho Murieta, California Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rancho Murieta, California had a total population of 5,875, the 622nd largest community in California, with a median household income of $140,061, which is 41% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 41% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in California.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.1% — among the lowest in California.

Rancho Murieta Quick Facts

Population 5,875

Median Household Income $140,061

Median Home Value $715,700

Poverty Rate 4.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 58.3 years

Homeownership Rate 99.1%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 47.6%

High School Graduation Rate 94.0%

Diversity Index 44/100

Population 5,875 622nd of 1,570

Median Income $140,061 top 20%

Poverty Rate 4.1% 67% lower than national

Median Home Value $715,700 above average

How Rancho Murieta 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	5,606	5,875	+4.8%
Median household income	$129,767	$140,061	+7.9%
Median home value	$660,000	$715,700	+8.4%

How Rancho Murieta Compares

Median Household Income

Rancho Murieta

$140,061

$99,122

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Rancho Murieta

$715,700

$734,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.5%

$25K-$50K 11.4%

$50K-$100K 20.3%

$100K+ 63.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.8%

$10K-$15K

1.1%

$15K-$20K

0.4%

$20K-$25K

0.2%

$25K-$30K

2.3%

$30K-$35K

0.9%

$35K-$40K

1.8%

$40K-$45K

2.6%

$45K-$50K

3.8%

$50K-$60K

3.2%

$60K-$75K

7.7%

$75K-$100K

9.4%

$100K-$125K

10.3%

$125K-$150K

8.6%

$150K-$200K

19.2%

$200K+

25.6%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%

53.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 99.1%

Renter 0.9%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.1%

18-34

9.5%

35-54

18.5%

55-74

41.8%

75+

14.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 70 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Rancho Murieta Rankings in California

#622 Population of 1,570

#237 Median Income of 1,375

#347 Education of 1,570

#480 Home Value of 1,376

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Other Cities in Sacramento County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Sacramento	528,706	$87,321	13.9%	$506,300
Elk Grove	179,155	$125,924	8.0%	$630,100
Arden-Arcade	94,994	$77,321	16.9%	$560,200
Citrus Heights	86,995	$82,314	8.6%	$454,600
Folsom	83,916	$139,804	5.3%	$755,200
Rancho Cordova	81,849	$89,585	12.2%	$477,600
Carmichael	76,948	$85,914	12.6%	$579,500
Florin	50,211	$71,111	15.7%	$386,900
Antelope	48,301	$99,067	10.5%	$489,800
North Highlands	47,957	$65,495	19.6%	$367,600

Cities Similar to Rancho Murieta

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
McSwain	5,783	$139,131	$690,100	33.6%	17.1%
Eucalyptus Hills	5,840	$144,140	$857,200	31.2%	3.3%
Strawberry (Marin County)	5,830	$157,661	$2,000,000+	72.1%	7.0%
Bear Valley Springs	5,912	$120,481	$496,200	40.0%	4.6%
Saranap	5,662	$157,347	$1,453,300	70.6%	4.1%

Population Overview

Rancho Murieta is a small city located in California, within Sacramento County. The total population is 5,875. It ranks as the 622nd most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rancho Murieta is 58.3 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. 14.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rancho Murieta is $140,061. This is 41% higher than the state median of $99,122. It is also 73% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.1%. This is 66% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $715,700. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 99.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 77% higher than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Rancho Murieta is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (72.5% vs 33.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (18.0%) is well below the state average of 40.2%. The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.

Education

47.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% higher 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 94.0%. Notably, 16.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rancho Murieta, 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 Rancho Murieta, California?

Rancho Murieta, California has a population of 5,875 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rancho Murieta, CA?

The median household income in Rancho Murieta is $140,061, which is 73% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Rancho Murieta, CA?

The poverty rate in Rancho Murieta is 4.1%. This means approximately 239 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rancho Murieta, California?

Rancho Murieta's population is 72.5% White, 4.0% Black, 18.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rancho Murieta, CA?

The median home value in Rancho Murieta is $715,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Rancho Murieta, California?

47.6% of adults (25+) in Rancho Murieta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.