Comptche, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Comptche, California had a total population of 163, the 1401st largest community in California. The poverty rate is 37.4%.
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 (37.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Comptche Quick Facts
How Comptche 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 | 114 | 163 | +43.0% |
How Comptche 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Comptche Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Mendocino County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukiah | 16,304 | $66,160 | 17.9% | $458,400 |
| Fort Bragg | 7,032 | $56,481 | 18.2% | $535,400 |
| Willits | 4,920 | $63,447 | 9.9% | $371,100 |
| Brooktrails | 4,398 | $116,056 | 5.4% | $371,700 |
| Redwood Valley | 1,898 | $63,563 | 17.3% | $651,200 |
| Covelo | 1,286 | $34,583 | 36.5% | $360,000 |
| Talmage | 1,128 | $44,647 | 23.0% | $437,500 |
| Hopland | 983 | $91,786 | 14.1% | $612,200 |
| Point Arena | 789 | $108,095 | 10.1% | $436,000 |
| Anchor Bay | 771 | $88,194 | 4.2% | $1,605,500 |
Cities Similar to Comptche
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hathaway Pines | 163 | $50,370 | $342,600 | 24.8% | 35.0% |
| Monson | 162 | $63,304 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Three Rocks | 162 | $89,083 | $132,500 | 2.2% | 10.5% |
| Midpines | 160 | N/A | N/A | 55.0% | 0.0% |
| Tomales | 168 | N/A | $849,400 | 37.8% | 54.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 163, Comptche'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
Comptche is a small community located in California, within Mendocino County. The total population is 163. It ranks as the 1401st most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Comptche is 63.5 years. This is 68% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. 22.1% 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 37.4%. This is 212% 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 Comptche, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 79% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Comptche was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
55.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 Comptche, 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 Comptche, California?
Comptche, California has a population of 163 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Comptche, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Comptche — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Comptche, CA?
The poverty rate in Comptche is 37.4%. This means approximately 61 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Comptche, California?
Comptche's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Comptche, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Comptche — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Comptche, California?
55.2% of adults (25+) in Comptche hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.