Inyo County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,359, reflecting a -0.34% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Inyo County is the 51st largest county in California. The 2010 population was 18,503 and has grown -0.78% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.5 years
Female: 47 years
Male: 44.4 years
There are 14,958 adults, (4,675 of whom are seniors) in Inyo County.
Female: 9,226 (49.2%)
Male: 9,513 (50.8%)
The racial composition of Inyo County includes 61.59% White, 11.28% Native American, 4.88% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,541 | 61.59% |
| Two or more races | 3,775 | 20.15% |
| Native American | 2,113 | 11.28% |
| Other race | 914 | 4.88% |
| Asian | 279 | 1.49% |
| Black or African American | 98 | 0.52% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 19 | 0.1% |
Inyo County 's average per capita income is $58,696. Household income levels show a median of $73,991. The poverty rate stands at 10.88%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $108,188 | - |
| Families | $91,324 | $116,121 |
| Households | $73,991 | $94,111 |
| Non Families | $49,440 | $63,007 |
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