Wautec, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wautec, California had a total population of 6, the 1568th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 33.3%.
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 (33.3%), 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%.
Wautec Quick Facts
How Wautec 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 | 10 | 6 | -40.0% |
How Wautec 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+)
Wautec 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 Wautec
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nubieber | 7 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Poso Park | 4 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 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 6, Wautec'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
Wautec is a small community located in California, within Humboldt County. The total population is 6. It ranks as the 1568th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wautec is 49.7 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 33.3%. This is 178% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Wautec, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 79% higher than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
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 Wautec, 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 Wautec, California?
Wautec, California has a population of 6 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wautec, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Wautec — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wautec, CA?
The poverty rate in Wautec is 33.3%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wautec, California?
Wautec's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wautec, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Wautec — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Wautec, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Wautec hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.