Del Norte County's 2026 population is estimated at 25,861, reflecting a -2.08% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Del Norte County is the 49th largest county in California. The 2010 population was 28,568 and has grown -9.48% since 2010.
Overall: 39.9 years
Female: 42.8 years
Male: 38.3 years
There are 21,450 adults, (5,552 of whom are seniors) in Del Norte County.
Female: 12,581 (46.4%)
Male: 14,526 (53.6%)
The racial composition of Del Norte County includes 64.18% White, 8.88% other race, 6.12% Native American, 3.43% Asian, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 17,396 | 64.18% |
| Two or more races | 3,902 | 14.39% |
| Other race | 2,408 | 8.88% |
| Native American | 1,659 | 6.12% |
| Asian | 931 | 3.43% |
| Black or African American | 682 | 2.52% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 129 | 0.48% |
Del Norte County 's average per capita income is $41,930. Household income levels show a median of $67,058. The poverty rate stands at 12.95%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $103,863 | - |
| Families | $86,610 | $97,787 |
| Households | $67,058 | $85,665 |
| Non Families | $32,159 | $54,742 |
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