Demographic Characteristics

According to the California Department of Finance, the 2011 estimated population of Fresno is 500,121, making it the fifth largest city in the state of California. Projections show that Fresno will grow by 7.66% during the next five years.

Fresno County, California's 10th largest county, has a population currently estimated at 940,220. It is projected that by the year 2020, the county will have a population exceeding 1.1 million residents.

Source: © 2008 CLARITAS INC.  2011 population estimate, California Department of Finance.

Fresno is a diverse location, with a number of cultures represented. Fresno's estimated Hispanic or Latino population is 45.02%.





Source:  © 2008 CLARITAS INC.


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2008 Demographic Characteristics

Contact Information
Downtown and Community Revitalization Division
2600 Fresno Street, Room 2156-02
Fresno, CA  93721
Phone:  (559) 621-8350