Chilcoot-Vinton, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chilcoot-Vinton, California had a total population of 686, the 1160th largest community in California, with a median household income of $122,764, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 13.5% is notably above the national average.
Chilcoot-Vinton Quick Facts
How Chilcoot-Vinton 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 | 377 | 686 | +82.0% |
How Chilcoot-Vinton 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
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Chilcoot-Vinton Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Plumas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Quincy | 2,723 | $70,213 | 5.6% | $322,600 |
| Portola | 2,441 | $44,492 | 22.3% | $231,300 |
| Chester | 1,759 | $47,129 | 11.3% | $304,800 |
| Quincy | 1,317 | $89,000 | 9.2% | $300,500 |
| Delleker | 724 | $53,698 | 5.9% | $334,800 |
| Graeagle | 496 | N/A | 12.1% | $489,500 |
| Hamilton Branch | 480 | $109,118 | 19.0% | $367,600 |
| Lake Almanor Country Club | 469 | $80,917 | 9.0% | $648,900 |
| Lake Almanor West | 463 | $184,286 | 16.0% | $696,300 |
| Iron Horse | 434 | N/A | 0.0% | $315,500 |
Cities Similar to Chilcoot-Vinton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geyserville | 672 | $125,093 | $825,900 | 35.7% | 8.6% |
| University of California-Merced | 724 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Jacumba | 740 | N/A | N/A | 14.0% | 46.6% |
| Mountain Gate | 742 | N/A | $210,000 | 29.8% | 21.4% |
| Clyde | 653 | $134,050 | $649,200 | 22.5% | 6.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 686, Chilcoot-Vinton'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
Chilcoot-Vinton is a small community located in California, within Plumas County. The total population is 686. It ranks as the 1160th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chilcoot-Vinton is 30.1 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chilcoot-Vinton is $122,764. This is 24% higher than the state median of $99,122. It is also 52% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 13.5%. This is 105% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 79% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chilcoot-Vinton is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 29.4%.
Education
45.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chilcoot-Vinton, 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 Chilcoot-Vinton, California?
Chilcoot-Vinton, California has a population of 686 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chilcoot-Vinton, CA?
The median household income in Chilcoot-Vinton is $122,764, which is 52% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chilcoot-Vinton, CA?
The poverty rate in Chilcoot-Vinton is 15.3%. This means approximately 105 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chilcoot-Vinton, California?
Chilcoot-Vinton's population is 29.4% White, 0.0% Black, 44.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chilcoot-Vinton, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Chilcoot-Vinton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Chilcoot-Vinton, California?
45.0% of adults (25+) in Chilcoot-Vinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.