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Loma Rica, California Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Loma Rica, California had a total population of 2,343, the 865th largest community in California, with a median household income of $97,903, which is 1% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.

Loma Rica Quick Facts

Population 2,34390% MOE ±618
Median Household Income $97,90390% MOE ±$36,339
Median Home Value $495,10090% MOE ±$96,539
Poverty Rate 6.3%90% MOE ±2.5 pts
Unemployment Rate 7.1%90% MOE ±6.2 pts
Median Age 59.8 years90% MOE ±9.6 years
Homeownership Rate 89.7%90% MOE ±11.5 pts
Affordability Ratio 5.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.7%90% MOE ±8.7 pts
Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 84.2%
Diversity Index 24/100
Population 2,343 865th of 1,570
Median Income $97,903 average
Poverty Rate 6.3% 50% lower than national
Median Home Value $495,100 average

How Loma Rica Changed

Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.

Metric2015–20192020–2024Change
Population3,1782,343No clear change (-26.3%)
Median household income$95,929$97,903No clear change (+2.1%)
Median home value¹$408,841$495,100No clear change (+21.1%)
Median gross rent$1,824$1,724No clear change (-5.5%)
¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How Loma Rica Compares

Median Household Income

Loma Rica
$97,903
CA
$99,122
National
$80,734

Median Home Value

Loma Rica
$495,100
CA
$734,700
National
$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.7%
$25K-$50K 21.3%
$50K-$100K 24.7%
$100K+ 47.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.0%
$10K-$15K
3.0%
$15K-$20K
3.6%
$20K-$25K
0.0%
$25K-$30K
1.5%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
2.2%
$40K-$45K
16.6%
$45K-$50K
1.0%
$50K-$60K
3.2%
$60K-$75K
8.3%
$75K-$100K
13.2%
$100K-$125K
14.4%
$125K-$150K
1.1%
$150K-$200K
22.9%
$200K+
8.9%

Employment

7.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%
46.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.7%
Renter 10.3%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,724/mo 21.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18
10.1%
18-34
17.7%
35-54
14.8%
55-74
46.2%
75+
11.2%

Race & Ethnicity

  • White: 86.8%
  • Black: 0.0%
  • Hispanic: 9.1%
  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Other: 0.0%

Diversity Index

24out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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+)

  • < High School: 15.8%
  • HS Diploma: 11.8%
  • Some College: 27.9%
  • Associate's: 13.8%
  • Bachelor's: 16.3%
  • Graduate+: 14.4%

Loma Rica Rankings in California

#865 Population of 1,570
#570 Median Income of 1,375
#665 Education of 1,570
#753 Home Value of 1,376

Explore California Rankings

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Other Cities in Yuba County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Linda 23,871 $72,776 17.2% $371,700
Olivehurst 18,444 $83,214 10.6% $384,500
Marysville 12,726 $56,430 24.5% $292,300
Plumas Lake 9,418 $120,408 4.5% $555,300
Wheatland 3,876 $83,452 11.2% $429,200
Beale AFB 1,344 $70,061 0.0% N/A
Challenge-Brownsville 887 N/A 21.1% $344,200
Dobbins 875 $54,386 35.5% $423,400
Smartsville 44 N/A 9.1% N/A
Camptonville 42 $53,750 2.4% $368,200

Cities Similar to Loma Rica

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Mountain View (Contra Costa County)2,418$94,046$590,10031.7%11.0%
Georgetown2,403$91,765$374,60022.7%7.2%
Sonoma State University2,210N/AN/A40.5%N/A
Twain Harte2,372$88,739$462,70048.9%9.7%
Romoland2,268$106,861$523,40026.5%1.4%

Population Overview

Loma Rica is a small community located in California, within Yuba County. The total population is 2,343. It ranks as the 865th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Loma Rica is 59.8 years. This is 58% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. Only 10.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Loma Rica is $97,903. This is 1% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 21% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $495,100. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 89.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 61% higher than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Loma Rica has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (86.8% vs 33.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (9.1%) is well below the state average of 40.2%.

Education

30.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 84.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Loma Rica, 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 Loma Rica, California?

Loma Rica, California has a population of 2,343 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Loma Rica, CA?

The median household income in Loma Rica is $97,903, which is 21% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Loma Rica, CA?

The poverty rate in Loma Rica is 6.3%. This means approximately 147 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Loma Rica, California?

Loma Rica's population is 86.8% White, 0.0% Black, 9.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Loma Rica, CA?

The median home value in Loma Rica is $495,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Loma Rica, California?

30.7% of adults (25+) in Loma Rica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.