El Cerrito city, California
Official LSAD Designation: El Cerrito city • Census GEOID: 0621796
• Contra Costa County
El Cerrito city is an incorporated city in Contra Costa County, California. According to official records from the Census (2025), El Cerrito city had an estimated population of 26,121 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation El Cerrito city (GEOID 0621796).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of El Cerrito
Municipal
Official Title:
Finance Director /treasurer
Address:
10890 SAN PABLO AVE, EL CERRITO CA 94530
County Of Contra Costa
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
651 PINE ST, RM 108A, MARTINEZ CA 94553-1229
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,121 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $127,876 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $1,124,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 3.67 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).