Demographics in Costa Mesa, CA

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Costa Mesa?

Loading map…

Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

110,538

Male

56,389

51.0%

Female

54,149

49.0%

Median Age

36.5

Age Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
White
52.7%
Black
1.6%
Hispanic
36.4%
Asian
8.8%
Two or More
16.9%
Other
17.9%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

31.5%

High School or Higher

43.5%

Foreign Born

22.8%

Veterans

2.8%

Married

36.8%

Avg Household Size

2.6

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Costa Mesa, CA has a population of 110,538 with a median age of 36.5. The racial makeup is 52.7% White, 36.4% Hispanic, 1.6% Black, 8.8% Asian. About 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 22.8%.