Moss Landing, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Moss Landing, California had a total population of 45, the 1524th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Moss Landing Quick Facts
How Moss Landing 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 | 34 | 45 | +32.4% |
How Moss Landing 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+)
Moss Landing Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Monterey County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salinas | 161,761 | $91,908 | 13.6% | $654,100 |
| Seaside | 31,814 | $85,311 | 16.0% | $787,100 |
| Monterey | 29,613 | $102,846 | 9.8% | $1,076,300 |
| Soledad | 26,365 | $96,862 | 16.7% | $595,900 |
| Marina | 22,563 | $95,955 | 12.2% | $818,700 |
| Greenfield | 20,232 | $84,740 | 11.4% | $531,400 |
| Prunedale | 19,723 | $103,819 | 11.1% | $833,400 |
| Pacific Grove | 14,951 | $106,065 | 7.6% | $1,190,400 |
| King City | 13,604 | $66,761 | 22.9% | $449,900 |
| Gonzales | 8,492 | $77,672 | 6.4% | $618,800 |
Cities Similar to Moss Landing
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Center | 45 | $46,875 | $446,200 | 11.1% | 0.0% |
| Rodriguez Camp | 45 | $21,875 | N/A | 0.0% | 80.0% |
| Valley Ranch | 46 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Smartsville | 44 | N/A | N/A | 31.8% | 9.1% |
| Keddie | 48 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 45, Moss Landing'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
Moss Landing is a small community located in California, within Monterey County. The total population is 45. It ranks as the 1524th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Moss Landing is 62.0 years. This is 64% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. 33.3% 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 11.1%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Moss Landing, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 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 Moss Landing 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
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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Moss Landing, 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 Moss Landing, California?
Moss Landing, California has a population of 45 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Moss Landing, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Moss Landing — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Moss Landing, CA?
The poverty rate in Moss Landing is 11.1%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Moss Landing, California?
Moss Landing's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Moss Landing, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Moss Landing — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Moss Landing, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Moss Landing hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.