Mad River CDP, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mad River CDP, California Demographics
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As of 2026, Mad River CDP, California has a total population of 544, the 1198th largest city in California, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 18.8%.

Mad River CDP Quick Facts

Population 544

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value $280,900

Poverty Rate 18.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 40.8 years

Homeownership Rate 55.0%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.2%

High School Graduation Rate 97.8%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 544 1198th of 1,577

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 18.8% 51% higher national

Median Home Value $280,900 bottom 20%

How Mad River CDP Compares

Median Household Income

$96,334

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mad River CDP

$280,900

$695,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 49.7%

$25K-$50K 15.7%

$50K-$100K 22.0%

$100K+ 12.6%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4% | National: 5.2%

38.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.0%

Renter 45.0%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.5%

18-34

2.2%

35-54

22.6%

55-74

38.4%

75+

4.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 69 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Mad River CDP Rankings in California

#1198 Population of 1,577

N/A Median Income of 1,577

#1239 Education of 1,577

#1117 Home Value of 1,577

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Cities Similar to Mad River CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lake Almanor Country Club CDP	542	$71,042	$587,600	39.0%	20.7%
New Cuyama CDP	542	$58,158	$192,300	24.3%	14.9%
Ballico CDP	538	$163,500	$502,400	10.2%	15.6%
La Vina CDP	538	N/A	$219,800	0.0%	34.2%
Sierra Brooks CDP	538	$35,236	$297,200	20.0%	16.0%

Population Overview

Mad River CDP is a small community located in California. The total population is 544. It ranks as the 1198th most populous out of 1,577 cities and towns in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mad River CDP is 40.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. With 32.5% of the population under 18, Mad River CDP has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 18.8%. This is 57% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $280,900. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $695,400. 55.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 55.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mad River CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.8% vs 34.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 39.8%.

Education

11.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 36.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mad River CDP, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,577 Census-designated places in California. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mad River CDP, California?

Mad River CDP, California has a population of 544 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mad River CDP, CA?

The median household income in Mad River CDP is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mad River CDP, CA?

The poverty rate in Mad River CDP is 18.8%. This means approximately 102 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mad River CDP, California?

Mad River CDP's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mad River CDP, CA?

The median home value in Mad River CDP is $280,900.

How educated is Mad River CDP, California?

11.2% of adults (25+) in Mad River CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.