Colfax, CA is a small town in Northern California with a population of 2,289 and a population density of 1,429 people per square mile. With its rural atmosphere and nearby natural attractions, Colfax offers plenty to do year-round. Local businesses include Charlie’s Pizza, Blossom Hill Flowers and Gifts, and Tranquility Wellness Spa & Salon. For outdoor recreation, there are miles of hiking trails at the nearby Bear River State Park and California National Historic Trail to explore. The Colfax Community Center is home to various organizations that offer sports programs like soccer, basketball and baseball for all ages. Local sporting events include the annual Colfax Marigold Festival and the High Sierra Music Festival which draws thousands every summer.
The population in Colfax is 2,289. There are 1,628 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Colfax is 35.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Colfax is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Colfax
- 44.2% are married
- 15.1% are divorced
- 23.6% are married with children
- 22.3% have children, but are single
Race in Colfax
- 83.5% are White
- 2.7% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 1.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 8.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander