Potomac Park, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Potomac Park, California Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Potomac Park, California had a total population of 10,138, the 495th largest community in California, with a median household income of $51,166, which is 48% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 48% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 3.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Unemployment rate of 11.4% is notably above the national average.

Potomac Park Quick Facts

Population 10,138

Median Household Income $51,166

Median Home Value $219,600

Poverty Rate 20.9%

Unemployment Rate 11.4%

Median Age 25.4 years

Homeownership Rate 37.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 3.9%

High School Graduation Rate 53.1%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 10,138 495th of 1,570

Median Income $51,166 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 20.9% 68% higher than national

Median Home Value $219,600 bottom 10%

How Potomac Park 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	10,634	10,138	-4.7%
Median household income	$45,617	$51,166	+12.2%
Median home value	$201,200	$219,600	+9.1%

How Potomac Park Compares

Median Household Income

Potomac Park

$51,166

$99,122

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Potomac Park

$219,600

$734,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.2%

$25K-$50K 27.4%

$50K-$100K 42.7%

$100K+ 8.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.1%

$10K-$15K

6.4%

$15K-$20K

6.2%

$20K-$25K

6.5%

$25K-$30K

3.8%

$30K-$35K

6.6%

$35K-$40K

6.5%

$40K-$45K

3.3%

$45K-$50K

7.2%

$50K-$60K

14.8%

$60K-$75K

9.6%

$75K-$100K

18.4%

$100K-$125K

2.0%

$125K-$150K

1.9%

$150K-$200K

3.7%

$200K+

1.2%

Employment

11.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%

59.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 37.5%

Renter 62.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,218/mo 28.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

35.7%

18-34

25.1%

35-54

23.6%

55-74

12.7%

75+

2.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

Potomac Park Rankings in California

#495 Population of 1,570

#1217 Median Income of 1,375

#1427 Education of 1,570

#1280 Home Value of 1,376

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Other Cities in Kern County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Bakersfield	411,986	$80,540	16.3%	$371,700
Delano	51,679	$67,010	16.0%	$301,900
Oildale	34,687	$51,298	25.2%	$238,800
East Niles	28,532	$55,124	28.7%	$251,500
Ridgecrest	28,225	$89,250	12.5%	$253,900
Wasco	26,558	$51,727	18.4%	$273,600
Rosamond	21,473	$79,386	17.1%	$352,600
Shafter	21,193	$71,215	20.7%	$335,800
Arvin	19,539	$49,183	34.6%	$262,700
Rosedale	18,877	$135,966	6.4%	$608,900

Cities Similar to Potomac Park

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Hillcrest	10,511	$46,285	$272,700	9.0%	31.4%
Orange Cove	9,695	$46,629	$254,000	10.1%	34.0%
Farmersville	10,397	$60,804	$248,500	6.1%	22.9%
Anderson	11,255	$47,375	$283,000	15.6%	21.2%
Shasta Lake	10,311	$67,401	$294,400	15.3%	13.3%

Population Overview

Potomac Park is a small city located in California, within Kern County. The total population is 10,138. It ranks as the 495th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Potomac Park is 25.4 years. This is 33% lower than the state median of 37.9 years. With 35.7% of the population under 18, Potomac Park has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Potomac Park is $51,166. This is 48% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.9%. This is 74% 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 11.4%. This is 72% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $219,600. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 37.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% lower than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Potomac Park has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 85.5% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 8.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (8.3%) is well below the state average of 33.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (85.5% vs 40.2%). The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 15.3%.

Education

3.9% 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. This is 89% 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 53.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Potomac Park, 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 Potomac Park, California?

Potomac Park, California has a population of 10,138 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Potomac Park, CA?

The median household income in Potomac Park is $51,166, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Potomac Park, CA?

The poverty rate in Potomac Park is 20.9%. This means approximately 2,114 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Potomac Park, California?

Potomac Park's population is 8.3% White, 4.8% Black, 85.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Potomac Park, CA?

The median home value in Potomac Park is $219,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Potomac Park, California?

3.9% of adults (25+) in Potomac Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.