Forbestown, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Forbestown, California had a total population of 90, the 1471st largest community in California. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 38.2% is notably above the national average.
Forbestown Quick Facts
How Forbestown 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 | 327 | 90 | -72.5% |
How Forbestown 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+)
Forbestown 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 Forbestown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Igo | 90 | $125,063 | $432,500 | 6.3% | 0.0% |
| Clio | 91 | N/A | N/A | 24.1% | 79.1% |
| Dales | 91 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 50.5% |
| La Grange | 91 | $23,594 | $195,300 | 4.2% | 56.0% |
| Nicasio | 91 | $250,000+ | $1,968,800 | 87.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 90, Forbestown'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
Forbestown is a small community located in California, within Butte County. The total population is 90. It ranks as the 1471st most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Forbestown is 42.8 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 38.2%. This is 479% 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
Forbestown is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population.
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Forbestown, 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 Forbestown, California?
Forbestown, California has a population of 90 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Forbestown, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Forbestown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Forbestown, CA?
The poverty rate in Forbestown is 14.4%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Forbestown, California?
Forbestown's population is 20.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Forbestown, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Forbestown — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Forbestown, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Forbestown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.