Hardwick, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hardwick, California had a total population of 58, the 1510th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 55.2%.
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 (55.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 77.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in California.
Hardwick Quick Facts
How Hardwick 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 | 167 | 58 | -65.3% |
How Hardwick 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+)
Hardwick Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Kings County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanford | 59,754 | $76,461 | 14.5% | $349,400 |
| Lemoore | 27,102 | $83,724 | 15.1% | $328,300 |
| Corcoran | 22,491 | $59,905 | 20.7% | $236,100 |
| Avenal | 13,608 | $54,741 | 19.1% | $228,900 |
| Lemoore Station | 6,175 | $69,243 | 9.4% | N/A |
| Armona | 3,890 | $64,276 | 11.2% | $284,100 |
| Home Garden | 1,806 | $56,384 | 15.0% | $164,500 |
| Kettleman City | 1,002 | $47,743 | 31.1% | $141,300 |
| Stratford | 973 | $62,639 | 31.6% | $289,200 |
| Grangeville | 618 | $165,246 | 0.0% | $382,100 |
Cities Similar to Hardwick
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hat Creek | 57 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 34.0% |
| Prattville | 57 | N/A | $1,019,700 | 14.0% | 0.0% |
| Little Valley | 60 | $39,306 | N/A | 0.0% | 21.7% |
| Philo | 60 | $73,631 | N/A | 78.0% | 0.0% |
| Strawberry (Tuolumne County) | 56 | N/A | N/A | 98.2% | 72.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 58, Hardwick'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
Hardwick is a small community located in California, within Kings County. The total population is 58. It ranks as the 1510th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hardwick is 21.2 years. This is 44% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 55.2%. This is 359% 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 Hardwick, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 20.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 63% lower than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hardwick is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 39.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (60.3% vs 33.8%). The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (39.7% vs 5.2%).
Education
77.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Hardwick in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 110% higher 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 77.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hardwick, 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 Hardwick, California?
Hardwick, California has a population of 58 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hardwick, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hardwick — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hardwick, CA?
The poverty rate in Hardwick is 55.2%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hardwick, California?
Hardwick's population is 60.3% White, 39.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hardwick, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hardwick — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hardwick, California?
77.8% of adults (25+) in Hardwick hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.