Lake County's 2026 population is estimated at 67,424, reflecting a -0.25% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lake County is the 41st largest county in California. The 2010 population was 64,736 and has grown 4.15% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.1 years
Female: 45.4 years
Male: 43.3 years
There are 53,218 adults, (16,290 of whom are seniors) in Lake County.
Female: 34,028 (49.9%)
Male: 34,124 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Lake County includes 67.56% White, 12.91% other race, 3.01% Native American, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 46,044 | 67.56% |
| Other race | 8,797 | 12.91% |
| Two or more races | 8,512 | 12.49% |
| Native American | 2,053 | 3.01% |
| Black or African American | 1,523 | 2.23% |
| Asian | 999 | 1.47% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 224 | 0.33% |
Lake County 's average per capita income is $42,871. Household income levels show a median of $60,621. The poverty rate stands at 16.97%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $99,965 | - |
| Families | $78,146 | $104,108 |
| Households | $60,621 | $86,306 |
| Non Families | $33,269 | $54,757 |
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