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Campo, California Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Campo, California had a total population of 2,729, the 818th largest community in California, with a median household income of $79,327, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Campo Quick Facts

Population 2,729
Median Household Income $79,327
Median Home Value $347,400
Poverty Rate 14.9%
Unemployment Rate 7.5%
Median Age 45.7 years
Homeownership Rate 78.6%
Affordability Ratio 4.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.5%
High School Graduation Rate 84.0%
Diversity Index 56/100
Population 2,729 818th of 1,570
Median Income $79,327 below average
Poverty Rate 14.9% 20% higher than national
Median Home Value $347,400 bottom 30%

How Campo Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,7392,729-0.4%
Median household income$61,538$79,327+28.9%
Median home value$337,500$347,400+2.9%

How Campo Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.9%
$25K-$50K 10.9%
$50K-$100K 18.6%
$100K+ 46.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.0%
$10K-$15K
2.1%
$15K-$20K
2.2%
$20K-$25K
14.6%
$25K-$30K
2.1%
$30K-$35K
0.1%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
5.6%
$45K-$50K
3.1%
$50K-$60K
6.3%
$60K-$75K
4.7%
$75K-$100K
7.6%
$100K-$125K
7.5%
$125K-$150K
14.6%
$150K-$200K
12.9%
$200K+
11.5%

Employment

7.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%
59.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.6%
Renter 21.4%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $2,004/mo 30.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

56out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 70 | National average: 61

Education

Campo Rankings in California

#818 Population of 1,570
#835 Median Income of 1,375
#947 Education of 1,570
#1044 Home Value of 1,376

Other Cities in San Diego County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
San Diego 1,389,526 $108,077 11.0% $906,700
Chula Vista 276,375 $108,032 8.8% $758,700
Oceanside 172,242 $97,737 8.3% $770,300
Escondido 149,668 $91,967 12.2% $714,500
Carlsbad 114,373 $142,748 6.9% $1,257,000
El Cajon 104,449 $67,511 20.5% $681,700
Vista 99,114 $94,975 10.5% $762,400
San Marcos 94,882 $109,377 9.2% $868,000
Encinitas 61,480 $162,229 7.4% $1,646,800
La Mesa 60,797 $95,028 11.5% $812,000

Cities Similar to Campo

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
East Sonora2,651$77,574$335,10030.9%11.6%
Borrego Springs2,700$86,078$402,70032.3%3.5%
Pine Hills2,875$78,393$487,80024.9%16.1%
East Quincy2,723$70,213$322,60020.4%5.6%
Desert View Highlands2,613$76,094$360,40015.7%0.9%

Population Overview

Campo is a small community located in California, within San Diego County. The total population is 2,729. It ranks as the 818th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Campo is 45.7 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Campo is $79,327. This is 20% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $347,400. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Campo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 45.4%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.

Education

20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Campo, 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 Campo, California?

Campo, California has a population of 2,729 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Campo, CA?

The median household income in Campo is $79,327, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Campo, CA?

The poverty rate in Campo is 14.9%. This means approximately 401 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Campo, California?

Campo's population is 48.6% White, 1.6% Black, 45.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Campo, CA?

The median home value in Campo is $347,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Campo, California?

20.5% of adults (25+) in Campo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.