Clipper Mills, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Clipper Mills, California had a total population of 414, the 1257th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 85.8%.
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 (85.8%), 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%.
Clipper Mills Quick Facts
How Clipper Mills 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 | 285 | 414 | +45.3% |
How Clipper Mills 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+)
Clipper Mills Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Butte County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chico | 102,188 | $66,977 | 22.7% | $468,100 |
| Oroville | 19,752 | $52,270 | 21.4% | $311,600 |
| Oroville East | 7,504 | $94,512 | 8.7% | $405,400 |
| Paradise | 7,392 | $67,687 | 18.2% | $416,000 |
| Magalia | 7,389 | $56,920 | 11.8% | $280,600 |
| Gridley | 7,330 | $57,974 | 17.9% | $312,800 |
| Thermalito | 6,720 | $54,865 | 20.4% | $254,900 |
| Durham | 5,340 | $95,417 | 10.2% | $700,100 |
| Palermo | 5,266 | $50,588 | 20.2% | $283,000 |
| South Oroville | 2,846 | $65,409 | 33.7% | $261,500 |
Cities Similar to Clipper Mills
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Center | 414 | $58,750 | $343,800 | 31.4% | 17.4% |
| Allensworth | 413 | $55,714 | $80,700 | 7.0% | 20.8% |
| Lake Almanor Peninsula | 412 | $66,458 | $545,700 | 16.3% | 7.3% |
| Potrero | 417 | $10,354 | N/A | 33.0% | 100.0% |
| Cantua Creek | 420 | $30,703 | N/A | 2.2% | 33.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 414, Clipper Mills'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
Clipper Mills is a small community located in California, within Butte County. The total population is 414. It ranks as the 1257th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clipper Mills is 17.4 years. This is 54% lower than the state median of 37.9 years. With 63.3% of the population under 18, Clipper Mills has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 85.8%. This is 614% 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 Clipper Mills, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Clipper Mills was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Clipper Mills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 31.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (68.1% vs 33.8%).
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. 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 Clipper Mills, 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 Clipper Mills, California?
Clipper Mills, California has a population of 414 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Clipper Mills, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Clipper Mills — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Clipper Mills, CA?
The poverty rate in Clipper Mills is 85.8%. This means approximately 355 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Clipper Mills, California?
Clipper Mills's population is 68.1% White, 0.0% Black, 31.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Clipper Mills, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Clipper Mills — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Clipper Mills, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Clipper Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.