Silverado, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Silverado, California had a total population of 972, the 1072nd largest community in California, with a median household income of $76,797, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 9.2x the median household income.
Silverado Quick Facts
How Silverado 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 | 890 | 972 | +9.2% |
| Median household income | $90,104 | $76,797 | -14.8% |
| Median home value | $658,500 | $707,000 | +7.4% |
How Silverado 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Silverado Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Orange County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anaheim | 344,521 | $95,227 | 12.4% | $831,200 |
| Santa Ana | 312,534 | $93,999 | 10.8% | $713,000 |
| Irvine | 311,690 | $136,719 | 10.8% | $1,191,500 |
| Huntington Beach | 195,240 | $120,919 | 7.8% | $1,100,000 |
| Garden Grove | 170,964 | $92,174 | 12.3% | $814,100 |
| Fullerton | 140,968 | $104,286 | 12.3% | $902,600 |
| Orange | 138,266 | $117,113 | 9.5% | $945,800 |
| Costa Mesa | 110,330 | $111,505 | 9.1% | $1,115,100 |
| Mission Viejo | 92,151 | $136,123 | 5.6% | $1,009,600 |
| Westminster | 89,860 | $85,541 | 14.4% | $858,300 |
Cities Similar to Silverado
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguanga | 961 | $79,808 | $718,800 | 18.3% | 37.1% |
| Walnut Grove | 926 | $78,878 | $561,500 | 40.2% | 17.9% |
| Catheys Valley | 939 | $81,302 | $400,000 | 38.6% | 11.5% |
| Inyokern | 912 | N/A | $292,900 | 13.0% | 22.5% |
| Stebbins | 967 | $68,029 | N/A | 7.7% | 23.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 972, Silverado'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
Silverado is a small community located in California, within Orange County. The total population is 972. It ranks as the 1072nd most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Silverado is 40.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Silverado is $76,797. This is 23% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.7%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $707,000. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio of 9.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 84.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Silverado is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (80.0% vs 33.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (15.2%) is well below the state average of 40.2%. The Asian population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.
Education
45.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 91.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Silverado, 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 Silverado, California?
Silverado, California has a population of 972 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Silverado, CA?
The median household income in Silverado is $76,797, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Silverado, CA?
The poverty rate in Silverado is 18.7%. This means approximately 182 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Silverado, California?
Silverado's population is 80.0% White, 0.0% Black, 15.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Silverado, CA?
The median home value in Silverado is $707,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 9.2x.
How educated is Silverado, California?
45.6% of adults (25+) in Silverado hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.