La Vina, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, La Vina, California had a total population of 789, the 1129th largest community in California, with a median household income of $22,745, which is 77% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 65.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 77% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (65.3%), 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%.
- Unemployment rate of 26.1% is notably above the national average.
La Vina Quick Facts
How La Vina 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 | 538 | 789 | +46.7% |
How La Vina 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+)
La Vina Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Madera County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madera | 67,831 | $63,933 | 25.6% | $359,900 |
| Chowchilla | 19,020 | $66,514 | 19.6% | $364,000 |
| Madera Acres | 9,846 | $78,457 | 16.2% | $346,800 |
| Oakhurst | 6,091 | $82,056 | 5.5% | $392,600 |
| Bonadelle Ranchos | 5,465 | $132,723 | 4.1% | $486,800 |
| Yosemite Lakes | 5,288 | $97,813 | 7.3% | $374,000 |
| Coarsegold | 3,967 | $80,861 | 6.2% | $350,000 |
| Madera Ranchos | 3,037 | $126,583 | 10.0% | $492,600 |
| North Fork | 2,999 | $71,619 | 15.1% | $382,600 |
| Parksdale | 2,885 | $51,587 | 21.1% | $274,700 |
Cities Similar to La Vina
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lebec | 797 | N/A | $422,400 | 32.1% | 17.4% |
| Yolo | 800 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.5% |
| Madison | 805 | N/A | $344,400 | 4.3% | 37.8% |
| Mountain Gate | 742 | N/A | $210,000 | 29.8% | 21.4% |
| Jacumba | 740 | N/A | N/A | 14.0% | 46.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 789, La Vina'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
La Vina is a small community located in California, within Madera County. The total population is 789. It ranks as the 1129th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in La Vina is 18.3 years. This is 52% lower than the state median of 37.9 years. With 47.7% of the population under 18, La Vina has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in La Vina is $22,745. This is 77% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 72% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 65.3%. This is 443% 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 unemployment rate is 26.1%. This is 294% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. 43.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in La Vina 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
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 46.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for La Vina, 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 La Vina, California?
La Vina, California has a population of 789 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in La Vina, CA?
The median household income in La Vina is $22,745, which is 72% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in La Vina, CA?
The poverty rate in La Vina is 65.3%. This means approximately 515 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of La Vina, California?
La Vina's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in La Vina, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for La Vina — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is La Vina, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in La Vina hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.