Redcrest, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Redcrest, California had a total population of 12, the 1561st largest community in California. The poverty rate is 58.3%.
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 (58.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Redcrest Quick Facts
How Redcrest 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 | 15 | 12 | -20.0% |
How Redcrest Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Redcrest Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Humboldt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eureka | 26,010 | $57,662 | 18.1% | $404,500 |
| Arcata | 18,607 | $46,713 | 27.2% | $484,600 |
| McKinleyville | 17,113 | $73,327 | 14.2% | $457,600 |
| Fortuna | 12,326 | $62,289 | 18.2% | $379,700 |
| Myrtletown | 5,322 | $60,457 | 17.2% | $453,400 |
| Humboldt Hill | 3,551 | $71,667 | 15.0% | $406,500 |
| Cutten | 3,550 | $97,225 | 12.2% | $471,300 |
| Rio Dell | 3,349 | $42,753 | 17.6% | $301,700 |
| Pine Hills | 2,875 | $78,393 | 16.1% | $487,800 |
| Bayview (Humboldt County) | 2,803 | $48,406 | 22.9% | $416,400 |
Cities Similar to Redcrest
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Sierra (Kern County) | 12 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Canyondam | 11 | N/A | N/A | 27.3% | 0.0% |
| Carrick | 10 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kep'el | 10 | N/A | N/A | 20.0% | 0.0% |
| Little Grass Valley | 10 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 12, Redcrest'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
Redcrest is a small community located in California, within Humboldt County. The total population is 12. It ranks as the 1561st most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Redcrest is 47.9 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 58.3%. This is 386% 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. 22.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% lower than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Redcrest is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population.
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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Redcrest, 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 Redcrest, California?
Redcrest, California has a population of 12 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Redcrest, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Redcrest — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Redcrest, CA?
The poverty rate in Redcrest is 58.3%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Redcrest, California?
Redcrest's population is 41.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Redcrest, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Redcrest — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Redcrest, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Redcrest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.