Lindsay

Logo of the City of Lindsay
Aerial photo of the City of Lindsay.

Lindsay is a southeastern Tulare County city with an estimated population of 12,467 and a median age of 29, the youngest median age among the county's eight incorporated cities. Located at the base of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Lindsay is part of the Visalia metropolitan area, which encompasses Tulare County and approximately 485,000 residents, according to 2025 Census estimates.

Situated along State Route 65, Lindsay is connected to Exeter to the north and Porterville to the south. The Highway 65 and West Hermosa Street intersection serves as a principal commercial gateway, connecting highway businesses with the city's downtown district.

Lindsay has a longstanding agricultural and manufacturing economy, particularly in citrus growing, packing, and processing. Local operations include Vita-Pakt Citrus Products and ADS Pipe/NDS, while the City's historic downtown, murals, and community events contribute to its local business environment. Lindsay continues to emphasize downtown redevelopment, retail recruitment, and business expansion.

Visit the City of Lindsay Website: www.lindsay.ca.us.

Profile Report Sections

Population

Total Population

12,467

Population
Growth Rate

0.00%

Median Age

29

Diversity Index

68.000

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Housing & Income

Households

3,555

Total Housing Units

3,670


Owner Occupied

1,804

Renter Occupied

1,751

Vacant

115

Median Home Value

$285,727


Average Home Value

$320,956

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.07%

Income Projection

Median Household

$53,306 $60,473


Average Household

$70,846 $81,026


Per Capita

$20,327 $23,647

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09

Workforce

Total Businesses

238

Total Employed

2,293

Workers 16+

4,098

2026 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

16

Employed

498

2026 Wholesale Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

6

Employed

274

2026 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

25

Employed

229

2026 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

23

Employed

218

2026 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

38

Employed

198

2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

30

Employed

188

Some
High School

750

Graduated
High School

2,076

Associates
Degree

583

Bachelor's
Degree

346

Graduate
Degree

201

Average Commute Time

28 min.



Resident Commuters

3,617

Non-Resident Commuters

481

Drive Alone

2,890

Carpooled

814

Public

0

Work At Home

252

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09