Tupman, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tupman, California had a total population of 157, the 1407th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 40.1%.
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 (40.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 9.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 13.9% is notably above the national average.
Tupman Quick Facts
How Tupman 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 | 175 | 157 | -10.3% |
How Tupman 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+)
Tupman Rankings in California
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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 Tupman
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topaz | 157 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Sisquoc | 158 | N/A | $573,900 | 25.7% | 20.9% |
| Midpines | 160 | N/A | N/A | 55.0% | 0.0% |
| Cromberg | 154 | N/A | $341,400 | 7.8% | 0.0% |
| French Gulch | 154 | $34,375 | N/A | 11.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 157, Tupman'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
Tupman is a small community located in California, within Kern County. The total population is 157. It ranks as the 1407th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tupman is 36.1 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 40.1%. This is 234% 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 13.9%. This is 110% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. 61.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tupman is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (75.8% vs 33.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (10.8%) is well below the state average of 40.2%.
Education
9.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 75.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tupman, 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 Tupman, California?
Tupman, California has a population of 157 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tupman, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Tupman — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tupman, CA?
The poverty rate in Tupman is 40.1%. This means approximately 63 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tupman, California?
Tupman's population is 75.8% White, 0.0% Black, 10.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tupman, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tupman — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tupman, California?
9.6% of adults (25+) in Tupman hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.