California, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, California, Kentucky had a total population of 49, the 539th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $77,813, which is 22% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
California Quick Facts
How California 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 | 70 | 49 | -30.0% |
| Median household income | $76,875 | $77,813 | +1.2% |
How California 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: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
California Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Campbell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Thomas | 17,169 | $104,350 | 6.2% | $335,000 |
| Newport | 13,967 | $60,853 | 20.8% | $217,600 |
| Alexandria | 10,562 | $102,239 | 7.7% | $284,800 |
| Highland Heights | 6,444 | $53,275 | 19.9% | $169,700 |
| Cold Spring | 6,341 | $75,000 | 9.9% | $253,600 |
| Dayton | 5,743 | $65,992 | 15.9% | $163,500 |
| Bellevue | 5,636 | $71,166 | 11.4% | $206,500 |
| Southgate | 3,717 | $54,421 | 19.8% | $190,800 |
| Claryville | 3,251 | $81,458 | 1.2% | $278,200 |
| Wilder | 3,135 | $70,893 | 18.6% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to California
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oneida | 49 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Curdsville | 54 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cayce | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Arjay | 56 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 64.3% |
| New Hope | 62 | N/A | $131,800 | 27.9% | 66.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 49, California'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
California is a small community located in Kentucky, within Campbell County. The total population is 49. It ranks as the 539th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in California is 54.8 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 8.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 12.2% 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 California is $77,813. This is 22% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 62% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in California, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 92.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
California has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.0% of all residents.
Education
11.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for California, Kentucky 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 Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. 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 California, Kentucky?
California, Kentucky has a population of 49 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in California, KY?
The median household income in California is $77,813, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in California, KY?
The poverty rate in California is 6.1%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of California, Kentucky?
California's population is 98.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in California, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for California — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is California, Kentucky?
11.6% of adults (25+) in California hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.