Woodland, California Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodland, California had a total population of 61,854, the 148th largest city in California, with a median household income of $90,180, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Woodland Quick Facts
How Woodland 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 | 59,710 | 61,854 | +3.6% |
| Median household income | $85,672 | $90,180 | No clear change (+5.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $449,208 | $548,200 | +22.0% |
| Median gross rent | $1,477 | $1,583 | No clear change (+7.2%) |
How Woodland 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: 33.5%
- Black: 1.6%
- Hispanic: 50.1%
- Asian: 8.6%
- Other: 0.4%
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: 16.2%
- HS Diploma: 23.1%
- Some College: 22.8%
- Associate's: 7.5%
- Bachelor's: 18.6%
- Graduate+: 11.8%
Woodland Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Yolo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davis | 66,978 | $90,045 | 26.5% | $866,100 |
| West Sacramento | 54,927 | $93,188 | 12.8% | $525,800 |
| University of California-Davis | 8,696 | $18,631 | 66.4% | N/A |
| Winters | 7,583 | $122,951 | 8.8% | $633,900 |
| Esparto | 3,713 | $102,986 | 20.2% | $435,900 |
| Monument Hills | 1,551 | $218,333 | 3.6% | $844,600 |
| Knights Landing | 1,099 | $49,458 | 12.8% | $431,100 |
| Madison | 805 | N/A | 37.8% | $344,400 |
| Yolo | 800 | N/A | 51.5% | N/A |
| El Macero | 796 | $227,500 | 0.9% | $1,296,900 |
Cities Similar to Woodland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pico Rivera | 60,272 | $88,201 | $648,600 | 16.4% | 10.3% |
| La Mesa | 60,797 | $95,028 | $812,000 | 40.6% | 11.5% |
| La Habra | 61,970 | $100,106 | $781,600 | 32.3% | 10.9% |
| Gardena | 59,422 | $84,803 | $700,600 | 28.9% | 11.8% |
| Montebello | 61,045 | $79,971 | $697,900 | 22.9% | 12.1% |
Population Overview
Woodland is a mid-sized community located in California, within Yolo County. The total population is 61,854. It ranks as the 148th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodland is 36.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Woodland is $90,180. This is 9% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $548,200. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 58.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodland is Hispanic or Latino, making up 50.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 33.5%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
30.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 83.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodland, 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 Woodland, California?
Woodland, California has a population of 61,854 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodland, CA?
The median household income in Woodland is $90,180, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodland, CA?
The poverty rate in Woodland is 8.2%. This means approximately 5,028 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Woodland, California?
Woodland's population is 33.5% White, 1.6% Black, 50.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodland, CA?
The median home value in Woodland is $548,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.1x.
How educated is Woodland, California?
30.4% of adults (25+) in Woodland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.