Edison, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edison, California had a total population of 449, the 1242nd largest community in California. The poverty rate is 52.6%.
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 (52.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 4.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Edison Quick Facts
How Edison 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 | 430 | 449 | +4.4% |
How Edison 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+)
Edison Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Kern County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield | 411,986 | $80,540 | 16.3% | $371,700 |
| Delano | 51,679 | $67,010 | 16.0% | $301,900 |
| Oildale | 34,687 | $51,298 | 25.2% | $238,800 |
| East Niles | 28,532 | $55,124 | 28.7% | $251,500 |
| Ridgecrest | 28,225 | $89,250 | 12.5% | $253,900 |
| Wasco | 26,558 | $51,727 | 18.4% | $273,600 |
| Rosamond | 21,473 | $79,386 | 17.1% | $352,600 |
| Shafter | 21,193 | $71,215 | 20.7% | $335,800 |
| Arvin | 19,539 | $49,183 | 34.6% | $262,700 |
| Rosedale | 18,877 | $135,966 | 6.4% | $608,900 |
Cities Similar to Edison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Springs (El Dorado County) | 449 | $73,578 | $359,600 | 21.5% | 15.8% |
| Paloma | 450 | N/A | $427,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Ballico | 447 | $171,875 | $522,100 | 6.2% | 8.5% |
| Fulton | 453 | $183,158 | $760,100 | 31.3% | 3.8% |
| Salton Sea Beach | 453 | $35,341 | N/A | 3.8% | 21.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 449, Edison'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
Edison is a small community located in California, within Kern County. The total population is 449. It ranks as the 1242nd most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edison is 37.5 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 52.6%. This is 338% 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 Edison, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 30.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% lower than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Edison was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. 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
4.3% 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. This is 89% 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 36.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Edison, 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 Edison, California?
Edison, California has a population of 449 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edison, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Edison — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edison, CA?
The poverty rate in Edison is 52.6%. This means approximately 236 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edison, California?
Edison's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edison, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Edison — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Edison, California?
4.3% of adults (25+) in Edison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.