Madera County's 2026 population is estimated at 169,492, reflecting a 1.21% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Madera County is the 32nd largest county in California. The 2010 population was 151,006 and has grown 12.24% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 34.6 years
Female: 35.2 years
Male: 33.9 years
There are 117,268 adults, (23,148 of whom are seniors) in Madera County.
Female: 81,839 (50.9%)
Male: 79,101 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Madera County includes 37.73% White, 34.05% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 60,715 | 37.73% |
| Other race | 54,795 | 34.05% |
| Two or more races | 33,818 | 21.01% |
| Black or African American | 4,158 | 2.58% |
| Asian | 3,846 | 2.39% |
| Native American | 3,326 | 2.07% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 282 | 0.18% |
Madera County 's average per capita income is $40,358. Household income levels show a median of $76,627. The poverty rate stands at 19.2%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,584 | $123,163 |
| Families | $83,389 | $108,125 |
| Households | $76,627 | $100,809 |
| Non Families | $41,484 | $64,642 |
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