Del Norte County, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 49th-largest in California
The population of Del Norte County, California is 27,293 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 49th-largest county in California. The median household income is $66,780, the median home value is $319,600, and the median age is 40.8.
The population of Del Norte County has declined 5.5% since 2010 (28,568 → 27,009), a -0.40% annualized rate.
27,293
Population
-0.40%
Annual growth
27
People / sq mi
$66,780
Median Income
$319,600
Median Home Value
Del Norte County covers 1,006 sq mi of land at 27.1 people per square mile.
About Del Norte County, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Del Norte County: the median home is valued at $319,600. With 27,293 residents, Del Norte County is a county in California. It ranks #49 among counties in California by population.
The typical household here earns about $66,780, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 6.9%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $319,600, with typical rent around $1,182.
21.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 7.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Del Norte County — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Del Norte County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Del Norte County had a population of 28,568 in 2010 and 27,009 in 2024, a -5.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,568 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.39%.
27,009
Population (2024)
28,568
Population (2010)
28,568
Peak (2010)
-0.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,568 |
| 2011 | 28,447 |
| 2012 | 28,195 |
| 2013 | 27,821 |
| 2014 | 27,182 |
| 2015 | 27,198 |
| 2016 | 27,415 |
| 2017 | 27,383 |
| 2018 | 27,793 |
| 2019 | 27,903 |
| 2020 | 27,616 |
| 2021 | 27,581 |
| 2022 | 26,758 |
| 2023 | 26,571 |
| 2024 | 27,009 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 67.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.8
Median Age
45.6%
Female
54.4%
Male
19.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.5% · Seniors (65+): 19.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $66,780$-29,554 vs state |
| Mean household income | $86,246 |
| Per-capita income | $31,008 |
| Poverty rate | 6.9%-1.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 46.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Del Norte County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
3.7%
Carpool
70.5%
Public transit
7.5%
Work from home
17.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$319,600$-375,800 vs state
Median home value
$1,182
Median rent
71.2%
Homeownership rate
11,156
Total housing units
86.2%
Occupied
13.8%
Vacant
28.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.1%
With health insurance
94.6%
With broadband internet
22.4%
Foreign-born
6.9%
Veterans (18+)
20.5%
With a disability
87.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
85.5%
High School+
21.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Del Norte County, California has a population of 27,293 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 49th-largest county in California. Population density is 27 people per square mile.
The population of Del Norte County has declined 5.5% since 2010 (28,568 → 27,009), a -0.40% annualized rate.
The median household income in Del Norte County, California is $66,780, with mean (average) household income of $86,246 and per-capita income of $31,008. 6.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Del Norte County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (67.1%), Hispanic or Latino (10.3%), Black or African American (2.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Del Norte County, California is 40.8 years. Residents are 45.6% female and 54.4% male.
The median home value in Del Norte County is $319,600 and median monthly rent is $1,182. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 11,156 total housing units, 13.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Del Norte County, California is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.
Los Angeles is among the largest cities associated with Del Norte County, California, with a population of 3,857,897.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.