Volcano, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Volcano, California had a total population of 177, the 1392nd largest community in California, with a median household income of $43,397, which is 56% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 56% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Volcano Quick Facts
How Volcano 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 | 183 | 177 | -3.3% |
How Volcano 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Volcano Rankings in California
Explore California Rankings
Other Cities in Amador County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ione | 9,156 | $91,495 | 8.1% | $474,900 |
| Jackson | 5,048 | $70,239 | 10.9% | $442,700 |
| Buckhorn | 3,504 | $90,045 | 10.9% | $360,800 |
| Pine Grove | 3,040 | $89,311 | 5.9% | $412,900 |
| Sutter Creek | 2,702 | $88,478 | 7.1% | $543,800 |
| Camanche Village | 2,291 | $156,250 | 2.4% | $452,900 |
| Pioneer | 1,155 | $75,714 | 6.5% | $462,200 |
| Red Corral | 1,096 | $85,581 | 7.8% | $424,400 |
| Plymouth | 1,056 | $92,500 | 15.7% | $376,900 |
| Amador Pines | 890 | $83,958 | 2.8% | $413,800 |
Cities Similar to Volcano
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North San Juan | 179 | N/A | $549,600 | 13.4% | 50.8% |
| Martell | 180 | N/A | N/A | 10.2% | 3.3% |
| Spreckels | 174 | N/A | $843,800 | 66.7% | 24.1% |
| Macdoel | 184 | N/A | N/A | 18.3% | 15.2% |
| Tomales | 168 | N/A | $849,400 | 37.8% | 54.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 177, Volcano'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
Volcano is a small community located in California, within Amador County. The total population is 177. It ranks as the 1392nd most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Volcano is 57.0 years. This is 50% higher than the state median of 37.9 years. 15.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Volcano is $43,397. This is 56% lower than the state median of $99,122. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Volcano, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 57.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Volcano is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population.
Education
37.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 74.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Volcano, 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.
Free data download: Get all California city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Volcano, California?
Volcano, California has a population of 177 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Volcano, CA?
The median household income in Volcano is $43,397, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Volcano, CA?
The poverty rate in Volcano is 11.3%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Volcano, California?
Volcano's population is 40.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Volcano, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Volcano — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Volcano, California?
37.3% of adults (25+) in Volcano hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.