Visalia, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Visalia, California had a total population of 143,939, the 40th largest city in California, with a median household income of $81,989, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Visalia Quick Facts
How Visalia 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 | 142,649 | 143,939 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $79,952 | $81,989 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $340,600 | $371,500 | +9.1% |
How Visalia 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+)
Visalia Rankings in California
Explore California Rankings
Other Cities in Tulare County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tulare | 70,945 | $72,410 | 17.9% | $329,800 |
| Porterville | 63,157 | $60,461 | 17.3% | $285,700 |
| Dinuba | 25,475 | $59,484 | 26.8% | $275,000 |
| Lindsay | 12,643 | $53,201 | 33.1% | $286,400 |
| Farmersville | 10,397 | $60,804 | 22.9% | $248,500 |
| Exeter | 10,258 | $75,769 | 14.2% | $307,600 |
| Orosi | 8,966 | $54,604 | 22.0% | $227,100 |
| Woodlake | 7,702 | $46,266 | 25.3% | $300,200 |
| Earlimart | 7,214 | $52,881 | 21.8% | $264,200 |
| Goshen | 5,136 | $73,125 | 24.2% | $289,300 |
Cities Similar to Visalia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomona | 147,943 | $79,479 | $593,800 | 20.3% | 14.3% |
| Victorville | 137,627 | $74,410 | $385,600 | 12.8% | 18.4% |
| Escondido | 149,668 | $91,967 | $714,500 | 28.9% | 12.2% |
| Palmdale | 164,634 | $81,770 | $471,000 | 17.1% | 15.7% |
| Fullerton | 140,968 | $104,286 | $902,600 | 43.5% | 12.3% |
Population Overview
Visalia is a major urban center located in California, within Tulare County. The total population is 143,939. It ranks as the 40th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Visalia is 33.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Visalia is $81,989. This is 17% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $371,500. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 61.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Visalia is Hispanic or Latino, making up 53.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 34.9%. The Black or African American population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (6.2%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.
Education
24.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 87.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Visalia, 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.
Free data download: Get all California city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Visalia, California?
Visalia, California has a population of 143,939 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Visalia, CA?
The median household income in Visalia is $81,989, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Visalia, CA?
The poverty rate in Visalia is 11.5%. This means approximately 16,432 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Visalia, California?
Visalia's population is 34.9% White, 2.0% Black, 53.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Visalia, CA?
The median home value in Visalia is $371,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Visalia, California?
24.1% of adults (25+) in Visalia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.