Baker, California Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Baker, California had a total population of 339, the 1296th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 28.4%.
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Baker Quick Facts
How Baker Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 541 | 339 | No clear change (-37.3%) |
| Median gross rent | $825 | $877 | No clear change (+6.4%) |
How Baker Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 22.4%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 77.6%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 25.9%
- HS Diploma: 57.1%
- Some College: 13.2%
- Associate's: 3.7%
- Bachelor's: 0.0%
- Graduate+: 0.0%
Baker Rankings in California
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Other Cities in San Bernardino County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino | 222,724 | $67,415 | 18.6% | $422,300 |
| Fontana | 214,169 | $102,821 | 9.9% | $586,800 |
| Ontario | 180,547 | $88,941 | 12.4% | $607,600 |
| Rancho Cucamonga | 175,411 | $111,895 | 8.0% | $740,200 |
| Victorville | 137,627 | $74,410 | 18.4% | $385,600 |
| Rialto | 104,143 | $88,857 | 12.7% | $487,900 |
| Hesperia | 100,775 | $72,160 | 17.0% | $409,000 |
| Chino | 92,652 | $104,682 | 8.0% | $683,400 |
| Upland | 79,257 | $105,830 | 9.3% | $739,400 |
| Chino Hills | 77,927 | $126,334 | 7.6% | $874,900 |
Cities Similar to Baker
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mono City | 342 | $109,265 | $261,900 | 80.6% | 0.0% |
| Artois | 336 | $152,719 | $196,500 | 15.9% | 0.0% |
| Mesa | 343 | $123,333 | $620,800 | 44.8% | 9.3% |
| Crows Landing | 335 | N/A | $361,900 | 13.1% | 14.0% |
| Derby Acres | 335 | $47,000 | $230,000 | 4.6% | 27.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 339, Baker's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Baker is a small community located in California, within San Bernardino County. The total population is 339. It ranks as the 1296th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Baker is 28.4 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 28.4%. This is 137% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Baker, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 28.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% lower than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Baker is Hispanic or Latino, making up 77.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (77.6% vs 40.2%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Baker, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Baker, California?
Baker, California has a population of 339 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Baker, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Baker — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Baker, CA?
The poverty rate in Baker is 28.4%. This means approximately 93 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Baker, California?
Baker's population is 22.4% White, 0.0% Black, 77.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Baker, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Baker — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Baker, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Baker hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.