Recent research shows that California is one of only five states to experience a population loss last year, with a modest decline of 0.02%—about 9,465 residents—from 2024 to 2025. While overall U.S. growth dipped below 1%, Vermont saw the steepest drop among states. Here in California, our median age stands at 39, with 5.21% of our population under age five and 17.5% over 65.
Having spent my career at the heart of Los Angeles real estate, I’ve witnessed the nuances behind these statistics—how shifting demographics, from young families to aging residents, subtly influence our local housing landscape. My decades of work connecting buyers and sellers across LA, from affordable condos to luxury estates, have given me unique perspective on what these trends may mean for our neighborhoods and clients. Understanding who is coming and going helps inform not only market values, but also the way we approach every transaction in our dynamic city.
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