Sierraville, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sierraville, California had a total population of 351, the 1286th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 0.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 0.6% — among the lowest in California.
- Only 0.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Sierraville Quick Facts
How Sierraville 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 | 233 | 351 | +50.6% |
How Sierraville 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Sierraville Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Sierra County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyalton | 748 | $65,556 | 4.7% | $191,800 |
| Sierra Brooks | 397 | N/A | 17.1% | $333,100 |
| Calpine | 356 | N/A | 0.0% | $435,700 |
| Sierra City | 250 | $95,696 | 3.2% | $381,700 |
| Downieville | 126 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Goodyears Bar | 122 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Verdi | 70 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Pike | 34 | N/A | 11.8% | N/A |
| Alleghany | 19 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sierraville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmundson Acres | 349 | $47,500 | $241,700 | 1.5% | 27.2% |
| Olde Stockdale | 349 | $166,987 | $717,100 | 58.2% | 0.0% |
| Trinidad | 347 | $105,833 | $834,000 | 67.5% | 13.8% |
| Bombay Beach | 356 | N/A | $93,500 | 15.6% | 54.8% |
| Calpine | 356 | N/A | $435,700 | 15.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 351, Sierraville'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
Sierraville is a small community located in California, within Sierra County. The total population is 351. It ranks as the 1286th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sierraville is 40.4 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. Only 8.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 0.6%. This is 95% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sierraville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sierraville is Hispanic or Latino, making up 58.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 41.9%.
Education
0.5% 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 99% 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 77.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sierraville, 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 Sierraville, California?
Sierraville, California has a population of 351 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sierraville, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sierraville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sierraville, CA?
The poverty rate in Sierraville is 0.6%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sierraville, California?
Sierraville's population is 41.9% White, 0.0% Black, 58.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sierraville, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sierraville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sierraville, California?
0.5% of adults (25+) in Sierraville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.