Yolo, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Yolo, California had a total population of 800, the 1124th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 51.5%.
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 (51.5%), 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%.
Yolo Quick Facts
How Yolo 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 | 264 | 800 | +203.0% |
How Yolo Compares
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Yolo Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Yolo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davis | 66,978 | $90,045 | 26.5% | $866,100 |
| Woodland | 61,854 | $90,180 | 8.2% | $548,200 |
| West Sacramento | 54,927 | $93,188 | 12.8% | $525,800 |
| University of California-Davis | 8,696 | $18,631 | 66.4% | N/A |
| Winters | 7,583 | $122,951 | 8.8% | $633,900 |
| Esparto | 3,713 | $102,986 | 20.2% | $435,900 |
| Monument Hills | 1,551 | $218,333 | 3.6% | $844,600 |
| Knights Landing | 1,099 | $49,458 | 12.8% | $431,100 |
| Madison | 805 | N/A | 37.8% | $344,400 |
| El Macero | 796 | $227,500 | 0.9% | $1,296,900 |
Cities Similar to Yolo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Shores | 801 | $37,212 | $178,600 | 2.4% | 5.5% |
| Soda Bay | 802 | $81,806 | $358,600 | 36.4% | 3.9% |
| Wilseyville | 798 | $70,043 | $312,500 | 17.2% | 37.5% |
| Lebec | 797 | N/A | $422,400 | 32.1% | 17.4% |
| El Macero | 796 | $227,500 | $1,296,900 | 80.4% | 0.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 800, Yolo'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
Yolo is a small community located in California, within Yolo County. The total population is 800. It ranks as the 1124th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Yolo is 15.5 years. This is 59% lower than the state median of 37.9 years. With 55.6% of the population under 18, Yolo has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 51.5%. This is 329% 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 Yolo, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Yolo was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
Yolo has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 5.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 33.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (94.8% vs 40.2%).
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Yolo, 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 Yolo, California?
Yolo, California has a population of 800 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Yolo, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Yolo — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Yolo, CA?
The poverty rate in Yolo is 51.5%. This means approximately 412 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Yolo, California?
Yolo's population is 5.3% White, 0.0% Black, 94.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Yolo, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Yolo — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Yolo, California?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Yolo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.