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California 2024 Demographics: Age & Gender Distribution

Bar chart showing the population distribution of California by age group and gender, based on 2024 ACS data.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS Estimates (2024)

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the total population of California is 39,431,263. The median age of the population in California is 38.4 years. The median age for males is 37.5 years, and for females it is 39.3 years.

The age distribution of the population in California by age group is as follows:

Age Group Percentage
Under 5 years 5.28%
5–17 years (children) 16.05%
18–24 years (young adults) 9.24%
25–34 years 14.48%
35–54 years 26.54%
55–64 years 11.87%
65 years and over (seniors) 16.55%

The total dependency ratio in California is 60.98. The youth dependency ratio is 34.34, and the old-age dependency ratio is 26.64. In demographic terms, the dependency ratio measures the size of the population typically not in the labor force (children under 18 and older adults 65+) relative to the working age (18-64) population. A higher ratio indicates a greater financial and social burden on the working population to support the non-working age groups.

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California 2024 Demographics: Race & Ethnicity Distribution

Race and Ethnicity Distribution Chart for California
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS Estimates (2024)

The racial makeup and ethnic composition (racial demographics) of California is detailed below, based on the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates.

The Diversity Index for California is calculated at 69.81, suggesting a high level of racial and ethnic diversity. This index measures the probability that two people chosen at random will be from different racial or ethnic groups.

The following table provides the breakdown of the population of California by race and ethnicity:

Racial/Ethnic Group Percentage
Hispanic or Latino (Any Race) 40.75%
White Alone (Non-Hispanic) 32.57%
Asian Alone 15.83%
Black/African American Alone 5.09%
Two or More Races 4.52%
Some Other Race Alone 0.62%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Alone 0.34%
American Indian and Alaska Native Alone 0.27%
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California 2024 Demographics: Household Income Distribution

Horizontal bar chart showing household income distribution in California.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS Estimates (2024)

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the median household income in California over the past 12 months, adjusted for 2024 inflation, was $100,149. This figure is based on a total of 13,797,638 households.

The distribution of household income in California across various income brackets is as follows:

Income Range Percentage of Households
Less than $20,000 9.77%
$20,000 to $34,999 7.66%
$35,000 to $49,999 7.94%
$50,000 to $74,999 13.14%
$75,000 to $149,999 29.31%
$150,000 or more 32.19%
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California 2024 Demographics: Educational Attainment Distribution

Treemap chart illustrating the educational attainment breakdown for population 25 years and over in California.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS Estimates (2024)

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the educational attainment data covers the population 25 years and older in California, totaling 27,375,795 individuals.

A significant portion of the population, 84.85%, has attained a high school diploma or higher. Furthermore, the percentage of individuals who hold a Bachelor's Degree or a higher professional/graduate degree is 38.12%.

The detailed breakdown by educational level is presented below:

Educational Attainment Level Percentage of Population 25+
Less than high school graduate 15.15%
High school graduate (incl. equivalency) 20.47%
Some college or associate's degree 26.26%
Bachelor's Degree 23.22%
Graduate or professional degree 14.91%
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California 2024 Demographics: Health Insurance Coverage by Gender & Age

Pyramid chart showing health insurance coverage by age and sex in California.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS Estimates (2024)

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the health insurance coverage data for California shows that 5.9% of the population lacks health insurance coverage. This represents 2,314,464 individuals out of a total population of 38,978,900 people.

The uninsured rates vary significantly by age group. Young adults (18-34 years) have uninsured rates of 11.7% for males and 8.0% for females. In the 35-64 age bracket, 8.8% of males and 6.1% of females are uninsured.

Children under 18 and seniors aged 65+ generally have higher coverage rates due to public programs like Medicaid/CHIP and Medicare. In California, uninsured rates for children are 3.1% for males and 3.1% for females, while seniors have rates of 1.1% for males and 0.9% for females.

Age Group Male Uninsured % Female Uninsured %
Under 18 3.1% 3.1%
18-34 years 11.7% 8.0%
35-64 years 8.8% 6.1%
65+ years 1.1% 0.9%
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California 2024 Demographics: Nativity and Citizenship Status

Treemap showing the population distribution by nativity and citizenship status in California based on U.S. Census data.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS Estimates (2024)

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the nativity and citizenship data for California shows that 87.3% of the population are U.S. citizens. This includes both native-born and naturalized citizens, representing 34,427,769 individuals out of a total population of 39,431,263 people.

The nativity breakdown reveals diverse origins: 70.8% were born in the United States, 0.2% were born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas, and 1.4% were born abroad of American parent(s).

Among the foreign-born population, 15.0% of the total population have become naturalized U.S. citizens (5,898,528 individuals), while 12.7% are non-citizens (5,003,494 individuals).

Nativity/Citizenship Status Percentage
Born in the United States 70.8%
Born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas 0.2%
Born abroad of American parent(s) 1.4%
U.S. citizen by naturalization 15.0%
Not a U.S. citizen 12.7%
Total U.S. Citizens 87.3%
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California 2024 Demographics: Means of Transportation to Work

Treemap showing means of transportation to work distribution in California.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS Estimates (2024)

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the commuting patterns for California show that 77.4% of workers commute by car, truck, or van. This represents 14,628,340 workers out of a total workforce of 18,893,770 people.

Public transportation usage stands at 3.3% (623,078 workers), which includes buses, subways, light rail, commuter trains, and ferries, but excludes taxicabs. Active transportation methods include walking (2.5%) and bicycling (0.8%).

Remote work has become an increasingly important commuting option, with 14.1% of workers in California working from home. An additional 1.9% use other means such as taxicabs, motorcycles, or other forms of transportation. These alternative commuting patterns reflect changing work arrangements and transportation preferences in the modern workforce.

Transportation Method Percentage
Car, truck, or van 77.4%
Public transportation 3.3%
Bicycle 0.8%
Walked 2.5%
Taxicab, motorcycle, or other means 1.9%
Worked from home 14.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The age breakdown for the population of California is as follows:

Age Group Percentage
Under 5 years5.28%
5–17 years (children)16.05%
18–24 years (young adults)9.24%
25–34 years14.48%
35–54 years26.54%
55–64 years11.87%
65 years and over (seniors)16.55%

The racial and ethnic composition of California is dominated by: Hispanic or Latino (Any Race): 40.75%, White Alone (Non-Hispanic): 32.57%, Asian Alone: 15.83%. The complete breakdown includes 8 distinct racial and ethnic categories.

The median household income in California is $100,149. This represents the midpoint of all household incomes in the area, meaning half of households earn more than this amount and half earn less.

The household income distribution in California is: Very Low Income (under $20,000): 9.77%, Low Income ($20,000-$34,999): 7.66%, Lower Middle Income ($35,000-$49,999): 7.94%, Middle Income ($50,000-$74,999): 13.14%, Upper Middle Income ($75,000-$149,999): 29.31%, High Income ($150,000+): 32.19%.

Approximately 50.10% of households in California earn over $100,000 annually. This includes households earning between $100,000 and $124,999, $125,000 and $149,999, $150,000 and $199,999, and $200,000 or more.

In California, 38.12% of the population aged 25 and older holds a bachelor's degree or higher. This includes those with bachelor's degrees as well as those with graduate or professional degrees.

The educational attainment breakdown for California (population 25+) is: Less than high school graduate: 15.15%, High school graduate (including equivalency): 20.47%, Some college or associate's degree: 26.26%, Bachelor's degree: 23.22%, Graduate or professional degree: 14.91%.

In California, 84.85% of the population aged 25 and older has completed at least a high school education. This includes high school graduates, those with some college, associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees, and graduate degrees.

In California, 5.9% of the population lacks health insurance coverage. This represents 2,314,464 individuals out of a total population of 38,978,900 people.

The uninsured rates vary by age group in California. For young adults (18-34 years), 11.7% of males and 8.0% of females lack coverage. In the 35-64 age group, 8.8% of males and 6.1% of females are uninsured. These working-age populations typically face different coverage challenges than children or seniors.

Children under 18 in California have uninsured rates of 3.1% for males and 3.1% for females. Seniors aged 65 and older, who are typically covered by Medicare, have uninsured rates of 1.1% for males and 0.9% for females. These age groups generally have higher coverage rates due to public programs.

In California, 87.3% of the population are U.S. citizens. This includes native-born citizens and naturalized citizens. Out of a total population of 39,431,263 people, 34,427,769 are U.S. citizens.

California has 5,898,528 naturalized U.S. citizens, representing 15.0% of the total population. These are foreign-born individuals who have gone through the naturalization process to become U.S. citizens.

The nativity and citizenship breakdown for California is: 70.8% were born in the United States, 0.2% were born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas, 1.4% were born abroad of American parent(s), 15.0% are foreign-born naturalized U.S. citizens, and 12.7% are foreign-born non-citizens.

In California, 77.4% of workers commute by car, truck, or van, making it the most common means of transportation to work. Out of 18,893,770 total workers, 14,628,340 use personal vehicles for their commute.

623,078 workers in California use public transportation (excluding taxicabs) to commute to work, representing 3.3% of all workers. This includes buses, subways, light rail, commuter trains, and ferries.

Alternative commute methods in California include: 14.1% work from home, 2.5% walk to work, 0.8% bicycle, and 1.9% use other means such as taxicabs or motorcycles. These alternatives to driving alone help reduce traffic congestion and environmental impact.