Fresno, CA
FRESNO, CALIFORNIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.1.20)
AGE IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 70,459 | 7.1% |
| 25 to 29 years | 80,398 | 8.1% |
| 30 to 34 years | 72,603 | 7.3% |
| 35 to 39 years | 67,699 | 6.8% |
| 40 to 44 years | 59,148 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 54,477 | 5.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 54,823 | 5.5% |
| 55 to 59 years | 55,778 | 5.6% |
| 60 to 64 years | 48,421 | 4.9% |
| 65 to 69 years | 39,199 | 3.9% |
| 70 to 74 years | 31,803 | 3.2% |
| 75 to 79 years | 17,929 | 1.8% |
| 80 to 84 years | 15,424 | 1.6% |
| 85+ years | 17,185 | 1.7% |
The median age in Fresno is 32.5 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 317,715 | 59.9% |
| Black or African American | 35,127 | 6.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 7,929 | 1.5% |
| Asian | 75,516 | 14.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 775 | 0.1% |
| Other | 69,395 | 13.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 36,201 | 11.0% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 38,000 | 11.6% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 75,199 | 22.9% |
| Some college, no degree | 73,827 | 22.5% |
| Associate’s degree | 33,284 | 10.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 48,846 | 14.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 22,507 | 6.9% |
| High school graduate or higher | 253,663 | 77.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 71,353 | 21.8% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 256,511 | 78.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 8.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 12.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 11.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.4% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.7% |
Median household income: $47,189
Mean household income: $66,519
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $18,476 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,115 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $31,442 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $49,776 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $73,888 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 406,584 | NA |
| Never married | 174,259 | 42.9% |
| Now married (except separated) | 158,710 | 39.0% |
| Separated | 11,642 | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 18,998 | 4.7% |
| Divorced | 42,975 | 10.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 138,029 | 26.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 77,327 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 89,431 |
| Single-family detached units | 107,987 |
| Homeownership rate | 46.4% |
| Vacancy rate | 6.4% |
| Renters rate | 53.6% |
| Average housing value | $255,080 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/mortgage) | $1,183 |
| Average rent | $864 |
Source: US Census; htps://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERSTICS IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Average income | $66,519 |
| Average household size | 3.08 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 61.5% |
| Percent disabled | 14.0% |
| Percent with health coverage | 90.6% |
| Average travel time to work | 21.8 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.9% |
| Percent veterans | 5.2% |
| Percent foreign born | 20.6% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 11.1% |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $60,782.06 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $477.01 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $284.43 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $80.35 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $42.54 |
| Apparel & services | $1,803.43 |
| Men’s apparel | $351.51 |
| Women’s apparel | $591.12 |
| Children’s apparel | $280.96 |
| Boys’ apparel | $95.19 |
| Girls’ apparel | $106.67 |
| Footwear | $416.74 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,060.30 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $316.05 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $951.51 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,419.53 |
| Education | $1,285.21 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,583.86 |
| Club membership fees | $190.03 |
| Dating services | $0.65 |
| Pet food | $197.90 |
| Pet services | $53.59 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,281.24 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $559.60 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $436.29 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $850.88 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $959.68 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $414.40 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,474.80 |
| Health care | $4,566.03 |
| Medical services | $857.94 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $111.00 |
| Household Services | $1,645.63 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $50.49 |
| Lawn and garden services | $340.42 |
| Housekeeping services | $144.65 |
| PC repair | $5.45 |
| Housing | $19,478.63 |
| Home improvements | $2,006.23 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,931.31 |
| Phone services | $1,459.94 |
| Water | $596.05 |
| Life and other insurance | $332.27 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,503.47 |
| Personal care products and services | $725.51 |
| Hair care products | $89.86 |
| Personal care products | $306.04 |
| Local transportation | $6,951.45 |
| Gasoline | $1,848.17 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $933.55 |
| Travel | $1,782.59 |
| Airline fares | $450.47 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $21.46 |
| Lodging on trips | $474.89 |
| Food and drink on trips | $432.41 |
| Entertainment on trips | $150.17 |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN FRESNO COUNTY (home to FRESNO, CALIFORNIA)
| % with any debt in collections | 37% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,316 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 19% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $598 |
| % with student loan debt | 13% |
| Average student loan debt | $13,355 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $142 |
| % with auto debt | 30% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interacCive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 15,897 | 6.8% |
| February 2019 | 14,193 | 6.1% |
| March 2019 | 14,141 | 6.1% |
| April 2019 | 12,216 | 5.3% |
| May 2019 | 11,546 | 4.9% |
| June 2019 | 14,034 | 5.9% |
| July 2019 | 15,528 | 6.5% |
| August 2019 | 14,536 | 6.1% |
| September 2019 | 12,602 | 5.3% |
| October 2019 | 12,715 | 5.4% |
| November 2019 | 11,766 | 5.0% |
| December 2019 | 11,614 | 5.0% |
| January 2020 | 13,530 | 5.8% |
| February 2020 | 13,273 | 5.7% |
| March 2020 | 17,072 | 7.3% |
| April 2020 | 37,026 | 15.7% |
| May 2020 | 35,825 | 15.2% |
| June 2020 | 34,638 | 14.5% |
| July 2020 | 33,407 | 14.0% |
| August 2020 | 26,301 | 11.1% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.ls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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