Brentwood provides a growing residential base and expanding commercial corridors. Its supportive municipal policies and proximity to Bay Area markets make it an attractive location for companies seeking clean energy service centers, light manufacturing, or green technology operations.
As of 2026 the population of Brentwood is 67,767. The population is expected to grow to 69,174 by 2031 - a growth rate of 0.41%.
The median age of Brentwood residents is 40.
The diversity index of Brentwood is 82.5, meaning that there is a 83% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Brentwood is $184,768 and projected to be $206,464 in 2031. Per capita income is $60,835, projected to be $68,567 in 2031. 11.49% of households – 7,787 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $2,679,751 and the average disposable income is $131,667.
There are 22,764 housing units in Brentwood; 16,954 are owner-occupied, 5,329 are rented, and 481 are vacant. The average home value is $948,703, with 4,999 homes built in 2010 or later, and 379 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 2,173 businesses in Brentwood, employing 17,243 workers and pulling from a labor force of 28,969 age 16 and above. 8,312 workers commute into Brentwood from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
20,594 residents both live and work in/around Brentwood. The average travel time is 40.0 minutes. 2.79% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 13.64% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 19,337 drive alone, 2,771 carpool, and 415 take public transportation. 1,051 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 5,378 residents work from home.
9,299 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 4,729 have associates degrees, 13,582 have bachelor’s degrees, and 6,485 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
