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San Benito County, California
San Benito County, California. San Benito County had 70,082 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 9.2% since 2020, while California shrank 0.5%. It holds 5 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 12 census tracts. GEOID 06069.
San Benito County is one of the 2 counties of the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
70,082
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 64,209 · ACS 2020-2024: 67,290
Median household income
$114,394
±$5,136 (90% margin)
California: $99,122
Median home value
$793,400
±$17,094 (90% margin)
California: $734,700
Median gross rent
$1,992
±$113 (90% margin)
California: $2,036
How many people live in San Benito County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 64,209 residents in San Benito County. The Census Bureau estimates 70,082 for July 1, 2025, up 9.2% since 2020, while California shrank 0.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 67,290 over 1,389 square miles of land.
| Measure | San Benito County | California | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 67,290 | 39,287,377 | +6,914 |
| Households | 20,561±201 | 13,548,091 | +2,426 |
| Average household size | 3.25±0.03 | 2.84 | −0.06 |
| Housing units | 21,322±40 | 14,644,735 | +2,352 |
San Benito County's population since 2000
From 53,234 in 2000 to 70,082 in 2025: up 31.6%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in San Benito County?
San Benito County holds 5 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Hollister with 45,695 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Hollister | 41,678 | $111,834 |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgemark | 3,212 | $129,744 |
| San Juan Bautista | 2,089 | $115,833 |
| Aromas | 2,708 | $148,438 |
| Tres PinosGEOID 0680364 | 443 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in San Benito County?
The median resident of San Benito County is 36.1 years old; 25.3% are under 18 and 13.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 62.4%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 29.2%. 20.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | San Benito County | California | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.1±0.2 | 37.9 | +0.4 |
| Under 18 years | 25.3%±0.1 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 13.7%±0.1 pts | 15.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 62.4% | 40.2% | +2.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 29.2%±0.4 pts | 33.8% | −5.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 3.5%±0.4 pts | 15.3% | +0.6 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.6%±0.6 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 20.0%±1.2 pts | 27.0% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 44.1%±2.2 pts | 44.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 3.9%±0.5 pts | 4.3% | – |
| With a disability | 10.5%±1.0 pts | 11.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.0%±1.0 pts | 6.6% | −1.5 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 83.4%±1.3 pts | 84.7% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 24.1%±1.5 pts | 37.1% | +4.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.8%±1.0 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 1.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in San Benito County earn?
Half of San Benito County's 20,561 households earn less than $114,394 a year (±$5,136), against $99,122 in California. In 2015-2019 it was $107,019 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | San Benito County | California | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $114,394±$5,136 | $99,122 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $143,684±$4,883 | $140,436 | – |
| Per capita income | $45,103±$1,369 | $49,513 | +$4,276 |
| People below the poverty line | 6.7%±1.3 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 8.2%±2.7 pts | 15.0% | −4.5 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.5%±1.7 pts | 12.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 95.2%±1.0 pts | 93.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in San Benito County?
Owners occupy 67.9% of San Benito County's occupied homes and renters 32.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $793,400 by its owner (±$17,094). The median renter pays $1,992 a month including utilities, and 37.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | San Benito County | California | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $793,400±$17,094 | $734,700 | +$114,672 |
| Median gross rent | $1,992±$113 | $2,036 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.1%±4.3 pts | 46.0% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $3,284±$68 | $2,946 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 67.9%±2.3 pts | 55.9% | +4.2 pts |
| Housing units | 21,322±40 | 14,644,735 | +2,352 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.1%±1.0 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 80.1%±1.7 pts | 57.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 3.4%±1.0 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 3.3%±0.8 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 8.0%±1.8 pts | 8.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is San Benito County building?
Builders took permits for 247 new housing units across San Benito County in 2025 (247 single-family), 3.5 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in San Benito County get to work?
73.3% of San Benito County's workers drive alone and 11.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 36.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.4%.
| Measure | San Benito County | California | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 67.0%±1.4 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4%±1.0 pts | 6.6% | −1.5 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 73.3%±2.3 pts | 65.7% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.5%±1.8 pts | 9.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Walked | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 2.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 11.8%±1.4 pts | 17.2% | +8.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 36.6 min±1.5 | 28.7 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are San Benito County's census tracts?
San Benito County is divided into 12 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $84,360 (Tract 4) to $143,875 (Tract 8.02).
| Tract 106069000100 | 5,922±654 | $109,283 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 206069000200 | 6,748±682 | $110,427 |
| Tract 306069000300 | 6,491±838 | $125,093 |
| Tract 406069000400 | 6,241±873 | $84,360 |
| Tract 5.0106069000501 | 5,576±508 | $132,383 |
| Tract 5.0206069000502 | 7,891±1,041 | $126,051 |
| Tract 6.0106069000601 | 5,658±706 | $138,229 |
| Tract 6.0206069000602 | 4,024±484 | $133,750 |
| Tract 7.0106069000701 | 4,459±611 | $120,865 |
| Tract 7.0206069000702 | 6,651±654 | $109,516 |
| Tract 8.0106069000801 | 3,428±327 | $129,631 |
| Tract 8.0206069000802 | 4,201±387 | $143,875 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does San Benito County compare with California's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 41st of 58 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 2nd of 58 |
| Residents per square mile | 39th of 58 |
| Median household income | 9th of 58 |
| Median home value | 15th of 58 |
| Median gross rent | 17th of 56 |
| Poverty rate | 56th of 57 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 35th of 58 |
| Median age | 43rd of 58 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for San Benito County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.