Visalia

Logo of the City of Visalia
Aerial photo of City of Visalia

Visalia is Tulare County's largest city, with an estimated population of 148,449 and a median age of 35. As the county seat, Visalia serves as a retail, healthcare, and employment center for surrounding communities. The City of Visalia identifies a trade area of approximately 630,000 residents, extending into portions of Tulare, Kings, and southern Fresno counties.

Located along State Route 198, with connections to Highway 99 and State Route 63, Visalia supports a mix of healthcare, retail, food processing, manufacturing, and distribution. The city's 1,500-plus-acre Industrial Park is home to employers such as California Dairies, Amazon, Ace Hardware, and Serpa Packaging Solutions, reflecting the area's manufacturing and distribution activity. Established commercial corridors and a historic downtown further support businesses serving local and regional customers.

Visalia also serves as a gateway to Sequoia National Park, with the Ash Mountain Entrance approximately 36 miles east via Highway 198. Its proximity to the Sierra Nevada, combined with established healthcare, educational institutions, and recreational opportunities, contributes to the city's quality of life and visitor economy.

Visit the City of Visalia Website: www.visalia.gov. 

Profile Report Sections

Population

Total Population

148,449

Population
Growth Rate

0.56%

Median Age

35

Diversity Index

84.500

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Housing & Income

Households

49,921

Total Housing Units

52,338


Owner Occupied

31,386

Renter Occupied

18,535

Vacant

2,417

Median Home Value

$379,054


Average Home Value

$418,945

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.26%

Income Projection

Median Household

$83,925 $92,614


Average Household

$109,158 $120,748


Per Capita

$36,856 $41,206

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Workforce

Total Businesses

5,098

Total Employed

52,937

Workers 16+

62,868

2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

596

Employed

8,825

2026 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

713

Employed

7,766

2026 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

445

Employed

6,416

2026 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

421

Employed

5,929

2026 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

126

Employed

5,595

2026 Public Administration

cp-industries

Businesses

136

Employed

4,045

Some
High School

5,280

Graduated
High School

22,279

Associates
Degree

12,174

Bachelor's
Degree

15,772

Graduate
Degree

9,624

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

52,867

Non-Resident Commuters

9,709

Drive Alone

48,342

Carpooled

7,678

Public

240

Work At Home

4,972

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09