Barstow, CA is a small city located in the Mojave Desert of California. With a population of 25,123 people and a population density of 571 people per square mile, it's an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city. Local businesses include The Outpost Market, Barstow Bags & Luggage, and La Mesa Mexican Restaurant. Year-round outdoor activities for residents to enjoy include camping in the nearby Calico Mountains or taking hikes along the trails at Tangerine Vista. Organizations such as The Friends of Pisgah Park help maintain and conserve Barstow parks and open spaces. Finally, local sports events are held throughout the year at both the Los Padres League Field and at the Barstow Youth Sports Complex.
The population in Barstow is 25,123. There are 609 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Barstow is 30.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Barstow is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Barstow
- 35.5% are married
- 12.6% are divorced
- 26.4% are married with children
- 27.6% have children, but are single
Race in Barstow
- 28.5% are White
- 15.7% are Black
- 3.3% are Asian
- 1.5% are Native American
- 0.2% claim Other
- 45.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 4.5% Two or more races
- 1.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander