California, Maryland
Quick Statistics
California is a community in St. Mary's County, Maryland, home to about 13,136 people spread across 12.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $66,309 a year, and a typical home is worth about $346,800. About 52.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 11 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Maryland towns GeoStat tracks, California ranks number 113 of 527 in population, number 174 in median household income, number 268 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around California typically top out near 88°F in July, while January nights average about 30°F. The area sees roughly 13 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Solomons, MD | 3.3 mi. | 2,440 |
| 2. | Drum Point, MD | 3.8 mi. | 3,589 |
| 3. | Lexington Park, MD | 4.2 mi. | 13,252 |
| 4. | Lusby, MD | 5.4 mi. | 2,595 |
| 5. | Chesapeake Ranch Estates, MD | 5.8 mi. | 9,241 |
| 6. | Leonardtown, MD | 8.0 mi. | 4,808 |
| 7. | Broomes Island, MD | 8.4 mi. | 460 |
| 8. | Tall Timbers, MD | 9.2 mi. | 391 |
What is the population of California, Maryland?
California has a population of about 13,136 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is California, Maryland in?
California is located in St. Mary's County, Maryland.
What is the median home value in California, Maryland?
The median home value in California is about $346,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in California, Maryland?
The median personal income in California is about $66,309 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near California, Maryland?
Since 1950, 33 tornadoes have been recorded in St. Mary's County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in California, Maryland?
Typical July highs run about 88 degrees and January lows about 30 degrees, with around 13 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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