Stirling City, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Stirling City, California had a total population of 344, the 1293rd largest community in California. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 28.0% is notably above the national average.
Stirling City Quick Facts
How Stirling City 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 | 436 | 344 | -21.1% |
| Median home value | $256,800 | $265,100 | +3.2% |
How Stirling City 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+)
Stirling City Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Butte County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chico | 102,188 | $66,977 | 22.7% | $468,100 |
| Oroville | 19,752 | $52,270 | 21.4% | $311,600 |
| Oroville East | 7,504 | $94,512 | 8.7% | $405,400 |
| Paradise | 7,392 | $67,687 | 18.2% | $416,000 |
| Magalia | 7,389 | $56,920 | 11.8% | $280,600 |
| Gridley | 7,330 | $57,974 | 17.9% | $312,800 |
| Thermalito | 6,720 | $54,865 | 20.4% | $254,900 |
| Durham | 5,340 | $95,417 | 10.2% | $700,100 |
| Palermo | 5,266 | $50,588 | 20.2% | $283,000 |
| South Oroville | 2,846 | $65,409 | 33.7% | $261,500 |
Cities Similar to Stirling City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa | 343 | $123,333 | $620,800 | 44.8% | 9.3% |
| Bear Creek | 346 | $153,088 | N/A | 9.0% | 0.0% |
| Gasquet | 346 | $48,750 | $267,100 | 38.8% | 27.5% |
| McArthur | 346 | $36,554 | $241,300 | 35.6% | 41.0% |
| Mono City | 342 | $109,265 | $261,900 | 80.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 344, Stirling City'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
Stirling City is a small community located in California, within Butte County. The total population is 344. It ranks as the 1293rd most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Stirling City is 57.1 years. This is 51% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 28.0%. This is 324% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $265,100. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $734,700. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 54% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Stirling City was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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 Stirling City, 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 Stirling City, California?
Stirling City, California has a population of 344 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Stirling City, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Stirling City — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Stirling City, CA?
The poverty rate in Stirling City is 10.5%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Stirling City, California?
Stirling City's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Stirling City, CA?
The median home value in Stirling City is $265,100.
How educated is Stirling City, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Stirling City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.