Cedar Ridge, California Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cedar Ridge, California had a total population of 1,671, the 934th largest community in California, with a median household income of $82,308, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.9%.
Cedar Ridge Quick Facts
How Cedar Ridge 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 | 1,015 | 1,671 | +64.6% |
| Median household income | $78,186 | $82,308 | No clear change (+5.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $343,614 | $407,000 | +18.4% |
| Median gross rent | $1,391 | $1,615 | No clear change (+16.1%) |
How Cedar Ridge 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: 85.3%
- Black: 0.3%
- Hispanic: 6.5%
- Asian: 1.9%
- 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: 1.9%
- HS Diploma: 24.3%
- Some College: 37.4%
- Associate's: 14.2%
- Bachelor's: 13.6%
- Graduate+: 8.6%
Cedar Ridge Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Tuolumne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonora | 4,919 | $82,690 | 16.9% | $422,300 |
| Phoenix Lake | 4,794 | $103,125 | 4.8% | $488,500 |
| Mono Vista | 3,675 | $85,769 | 7.0% | $427,800 |
| Jamestown | 3,265 | $57,276 | 6.1% | $374,600 |
| East Sonora | 2,651 | $77,574 | 11.6% | $335,100 |
| Pine Mountain Lake | 2,498 | $79,387 | 5.6% | $426,500 |
| Twain Harte | 2,372 | $88,739 | 9.7% | $462,700 |
| Columbia | 2,235 | $58,520 | 15.6% | $376,200 |
| Soulsbyville | 2,101 | $96,865 | 3.2% | $419,800 |
| Tuolumne City | 1,148 | $57,313 | 7.5% | $431,200 |
Cities Similar to Cedar Ridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caruthers | 1,683 | $88,021 | $334,300 | 21.3% | 11.7% |
| Middletown | 1,572 | N/A | $403,900 | 14.4% | 8.1% |
| Forest Meadows | 1,623 | $89,044 | $539,700 | 43.6% | 11.0% |
| Thermal | 1,800 | N/A | $187,000 | 8.7% | 19.3% |
| Julian | 1,751 | $77,803 | $602,700 | 33.8% | 5.7% |
Population Overview
Cedar Ridge is a small community located in California, within Tuolumne County. The total population is 1,671. It ranks as the 934th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cedar Ridge is 48.3 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cedar Ridge is $82,308. This is 17% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 11% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $407,000. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 54% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cedar Ridge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.3% vs 33.8%). The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.5%) is well below the state average of 40.2%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.
Education
22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 98.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cedar Ridge, 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 Cedar Ridge, California?
Cedar Ridge, California has a population of 1,671 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cedar Ridge, CA?
The median household income in Cedar Ridge is $82,308, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cedar Ridge, CA?
The poverty rate in Cedar Ridge is 7.9%. This means approximately 131 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cedar Ridge, California?
Cedar Ridge's population is 85.3% White, 0.3% Black, 6.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cedar Ridge, CA?
The median home value in Cedar Ridge is $407,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.
How educated is Cedar Ridge, California?
22.2% of adults (25+) in Cedar Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.