Pine Flat, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pine Flat, California had a total population of 228, the 1361st largest community in California. The poverty rate is 40.8%.
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 (40.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 44.9% is notably above the national average.
Pine Flat Quick Facts
How Pine Flat 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 | 205 | 228 | +11.2% |
| Median home value | $231,600 | $234,000 | +1.0% |
How Pine Flat 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+)
Pine Flat Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Tulare County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visalia | 143,939 | $81,989 | 11.5% | $371,500 |
| Tulare | 70,945 | $72,410 | 17.9% | $329,800 |
| Porterville | 63,157 | $60,461 | 17.3% | $285,700 |
| Dinuba | 25,475 | $59,484 | 26.8% | $275,000 |
| Lindsay | 12,643 | $53,201 | 33.1% | $286,400 |
| Farmersville | 10,397 | $60,804 | 22.9% | $248,500 |
| Exeter | 10,258 | $75,769 | 14.2% | $307,600 |
| Orosi | 8,966 | $54,604 | 22.0% | $227,100 |
| Woodlake | 7,702 | $46,266 | 25.3% | $300,200 |
| Earlimart | 7,214 | $52,881 | 21.8% | $264,200 |
Cities Similar to Pine Flat
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moskowite Corner | 225 | $145,326 | $614,600 | 26.6% | 3.6% |
| Yankee Hill | 232 | $76,806 | $534,100 | 12.0% | 6.9% |
| Franklin (Sacramento County) | 233 | $155,691 | N/A | 6.7% | 0.0% |
| Post Mountain | 233 | N/A | N/A | 79.0% | 0.0% |
| Fiddletown | 223 | $80,893 | $377,300 | 37.6% | 8.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 228, Pine Flat'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
Pine Flat is a small community located in California, within Tulare County. The total population is 228. It ranks as the 1361st most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pine Flat is 40.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. With 32.0% of the population under 18, Pine Flat has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 40.8%. This is 240% 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 44.9%. This is 579% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $234,000. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $734,700. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pine Flat has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.8% vs 33.8%).
Education
12.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 72.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pine Flat, 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 Pine Flat, California?
Pine Flat, California has a population of 228 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pine Flat, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pine Flat — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pine Flat, CA?
The poverty rate in Pine Flat is 40.8%. This means approximately 93 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pine Flat, California?
Pine Flat's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pine Flat, CA?
The median home value in Pine Flat is $234,000.
How educated is Pine Flat, California?
12.0% of adults (25+) in Pine Flat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.