Mountain Gate, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mountain Gate, California had a total population of 742, the 1142nd largest community in California. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 12.1% is notably above the national average.
Mountain Gate Quick Facts
How Mountain Gate 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 | 763 | 742 | -2.8% |
| Median home value | $144,900 | $210,000 | +44.9% |
How Mountain Gate 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+)
Mountain Gate Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Shasta County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redding | 93,409 | $70,466 | 14.1% | $382,300 |
| Anderson | 11,255 | $47,375 | 21.2% | $283,000 |
| Shasta Lake | 10,311 | $67,401 | 13.3% | $294,400 |
| Cottonwood (Shasta County) | 7,408 | $95,577 | 8.7% | $363,000 |
| Happy Valley | 5,944 | $92,222 | 8.9% | $334,100 |
| Bella Vista | 4,511 | $90,566 | 6.0% | $464,300 |
| Palo Cedro | 3,685 | $120,152 | 6.6% | $551,600 |
| Burney | 2,668 | $65,969 | 19.0% | $234,100 |
| Shingletown | 2,164 | $66,635 | 10.4% | $235,900 |
| Centerville (Shasta County) | 1,954 | $122,500 | 4.3% | $595,900 |
Cities Similar to Mountain Gate
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacumba | 740 | N/A | N/A | 14.0% | 46.6% |
| Shell Ridge | 746 | $250,000+ | $1,912,000 | 82.5% | 1.9% |
| Loyalton | 748 | $65,556 | $191,800 | 28.8% | 4.7% |
| Fieldbrook | 736 | $85,673 | $603,400 | 52.3% | 5.6% |
| Rough and Ready | 736 | $102,725 | $691,500 | 39.5% | 1.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 742, Mountain Gate'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
Mountain Gate is a small community located in California, within Shasta County. The total population is 742. It ranks as the 1142nd most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mountain Gate is 52.5 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. Only 10.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.4%. This is 78% 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 12.1%. This is 83% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $210,000. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $734,700. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mountain Gate has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.9% vs 33.8%).
Education
29.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 96.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mountain Gate, 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 Mountain Gate, California?
Mountain Gate, California has a population of 742 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mountain Gate, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mountain Gate — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mountain Gate, CA?
The poverty rate in Mountain Gate is 21.4%. This means approximately 154 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mountain Gate, California?
Mountain Gate's population is 89.9% White, 4.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mountain Gate, CA?
The median home value in Mountain Gate is $210,000.
How educated is Mountain Gate, California?
29.8% of adults (25+) in Mountain Gate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.