Casmalia, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Casmalia, California had a total population of 55, the 1514th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 36.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (36.4%), 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%.
Casmalia Quick Facts
How Casmalia Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 89 | 55 | -38.2% |
How Casmalia Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Casmalia Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Santa Barbara County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria | 110,462 | $84,746 | 17.3% | $531,700 |
| Santa Barbara | 87,779 | $106,182 | 14.0% | $1,570,800 |
| Lompoc | 43,646 | $72,004 | 17.3% | $472,900 |
| Goleta | 32,685 | $122,370 | 9.3% | $1,062,100 |
| Orcutt | 31,454 | $111,416 | 8.0% | $624,500 |
| Eastern Goleta Valley | 28,295 | $146,284 | 7.9% | $1,361,700 |
| Isla Vista | 13,920 | $25,972 | 70.4% | $1,218,800 |
| Carpinteria | 13,036 | $100,658 | 7.0% | $1,043,100 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | 12,121 | $69,327 | 17.5% | $452,900 |
| Montecito | 9,031 | $231,005 | 8.3% | $2,000,000+ |
Cities Similar to Casmalia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry (Tuolumne County) | 56 | N/A | N/A | 98.2% | 72.7% |
| Sequoia Crest | 54 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Tooleville | 54 | N/A | N/A | 40.7% | 20.4% |
| Hat Creek | 57 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 34.0% |
| Prattville | 57 | N/A | $1,019,700 | 14.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 55, Casmalia'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
Casmalia is a small community located in California, within Santa Barbara County. The total population is 55. It ranks as the 1514th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Casmalia is 43.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. 20.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 36.4%. This is 203% 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 Casmalia, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 45.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Casmalia is Hispanic or Latino, making up 50.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 49.1%.
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 65.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Casmalia, 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 Casmalia, California?
Casmalia, California has a population of 55 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Casmalia, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Casmalia — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Casmalia, CA?
The poverty rate in Casmalia is 36.4%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Casmalia, California?
Casmalia's population is 49.1% White, 0.0% Black, 50.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Casmalia, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Casmalia — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Casmalia, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Casmalia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.