Escondido, CA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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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 | Escondido | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 123,798 | 38,909,900 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 3304.9 | 237.3 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.12% | 0.19% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 38.1 | 35.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 42,388 | 13,415,389 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Escondido grew by 12.3% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 126,349 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Escondido has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Escondido | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $77,762 | $96,718 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 6.45% | 6.01% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | 6.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Escondido is about 20% lower than in California.
Housing
| Metric | Escondido | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $574,371 | $642,203 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,889 | $1,955 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 48.4% | 55.8% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Escondido is about 25.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,889 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM .
| Metric | Escondido | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 26.4 | 23.6 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 11.6% | 15.5% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Escondido is 26 minutes, longer than the 24 minutes in California.
Education & Households
Escondido has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Escondido | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 22.3% | 33.0% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.92 | 2.85 | 2.54 |
Health
Escondido has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Escondido | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 79.5 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 18.3% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 13.9% | 13.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Escondido, California.
What is the population of Escondido, California?
The population of Escondido, California is 123,798, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Escondido, California?
The population density of Escondido, California is 3304.9 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Escondido, California?
The median household income in Escondido, California is $77,762, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Escondido, California?
The median home price in Escondido, California is $574,371, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Escondido, California?
The unemployment rate in Escondido, California is 4.6%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.