Long Barn, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Long Barn, California had a total population of 29, the 1544th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 37.9%.
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 (37.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Long Barn Quick Facts
How Long Barn 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 | 20 | 29 | +45.0% |
How Long Barn Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Long Barn Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Tuolumne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonora | 4,919 | $82,690 | 16.9% | $422,300 |
| Phoenix Lake | 4,794 | $103,125 | 4.8% | $488,500 |
| Mono Vista | 3,675 | $85,769 | 7.0% | $427,800 |
| Jamestown | 3,265 | $57,276 | 6.1% | $374,600 |
| East Sonora | 2,651 | $77,574 | 11.6% | $335,100 |
| Pine Mountain Lake | 2,498 | $79,387 | 5.6% | $426,500 |
| Twain Harte | 2,372 | $88,739 | 9.7% | $462,700 |
| Columbia | 2,235 | $58,520 | 15.6% | $376,200 |
| Soulsbyville | 2,101 | $96,865 | 3.2% | $419,800 |
| Cedar Ridge | 1,671 | $82,308 | 7.9% | $407,000 |
Cities Similar to Long Barn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garey | 28 | $162,679 | $767,900 | 27.3% | 0.0% |
| Keeler | 28 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 78.6% |
| Rivergrove | 28 | N/A | N/A | 60.7% | 0.0% |
| Twain | 31 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 67.7% |
| Wilsonia | 31 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 29, Long Barn'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
Long Barn is a small community located in California, within Tuolumne County. The total population is 29. It ranks as the 1544th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Long Barn is 81.2 years. This is 114% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. 62.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 37.9%. This is 216% 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. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 79% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Long Barn was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). 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
62.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 79.3%. Notably, 62.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Long Barn, 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 Long Barn, California?
Long Barn, California has a population of 29 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Long Barn, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Long Barn — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Long Barn, CA?
The poverty rate in Long Barn is 37.9%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Long Barn, California?
Long Barn's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Long Barn, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Long Barn — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Long Barn, California?
62.1% of adults (25+) in Long Barn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 62.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.