Citrus Heights, CA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze population trends, housing costs, and the local economy by exploring Map AI.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Citrus Heights | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 86,865 | 38,909,900 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 6110.2 | 237.3 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.45% | 0.19% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.5 | 35.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 33,128 | 13,415,389 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Citrus Heights grew by 4.7% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 85,795 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Citrus Heights has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Citrus Heights | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $77,579 | $96,718 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.91% | 6.01% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.9% | 6.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Citrus Heights is about 20% lower than in California.
Housing
| Metric | Citrus Heights | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $494,280 | $642,203 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,766 | $1,955 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 59.1% | 55.8% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Citrus Heights is about 23.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,766 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Citrus Heights spend about 46 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 193 hours, about 8.1 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Citrus Heights | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 23.2 | 23.6 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 46.4 | 47.2 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 193 | 197 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,996 | $6,099 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 15.6% | 15.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 59,694 | 16,509 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 5,276 | 2,449 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Citrus Heights is 23 minutes, shorter than the 24 minutes in California.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Citrus Heights has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Citrus Heights | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20.8% | 33.0% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.56 | 2.85 | 2.54 |
Health
Citrus Heights has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Citrus Heights | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 77.7 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 13.9% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 13.7% | 13.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Citrus Heights, California.
What is the population of Citrus Heights, California?
The population of Citrus Heights, California is 86,865, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Citrus Heights, California?
The population density of Citrus Heights, California is 6110.2 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Citrus Heights, California?
The median household income in Citrus Heights, California is $77,579, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Citrus Heights, California?
The median home price in Citrus Heights, California is $494,280, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Citrus Heights, California?
The unemployment rate in Citrus Heights, California is 6.9%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.