Canby
Census-designated place in Modoc County, California

Canby is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Modoc County, California, with 183 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,314 ft (1,315 m) above sea level. The nearest town is California Pines, 11.9 miles E.
- 183residents (2020 Census)
- 4,314 ftelevation · 1,315 m
- 2.3 sq miland area · 6.0 km²
- 80 / sq mipopulation density
- 96015ZIP code
About Canby
Canby is a census-designated place in Modoc County, California, United States. It is located 17 miles (27 km) west of Alturas, at an elevation of 4,314 feet (1,315 m). Its population is 183 as of the 2020 census, down from 315 from the 2010 census. The ZIP Code is 96015. The community is served by area code 530.
Canby is the location of the main branch of the I'SOT religious community, and is known for the I'SOT's nativity scenes prominently displayed along the town's main street, California State Route 299.
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Canby had 183 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 183 |
|---|---|
| Density | 80 per sq mi (31 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Canby at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Modoc County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 183 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.30 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,314 ft (1,315 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.4523° N, 120.8883° W |
| ZIP code | 96015 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0610732 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Canby
- California Pines11.9 mi E
- Alturas17.6 mi E
- Adin17.8 mi S
- Daphnedale Park18.0 mi E
- Lookout21.6 mi SW
- Bieber24.7 mi SW
- Likely25.4 mi SE
- Nubieber28.9 mi SW
- Madeline35.0 mi SE
- Lake City36.9 mi E
- Cedarville37.3 mi E
- Newell38.8 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Canby
What county is Canby in?
Canby is in Modoc County, California.
What is the population of Canby, CA?
183 people lived in Canby at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Canby, CA?
The ZIP code of Canby is 96015.
What is the elevation of Canby?
4,314 feet (1,315 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Canby?
California Pines (11.9 mi), Alturas (17.6 mi), Adin (17.8 mi), Daphnedale Park (18.0 mi), Lookout (21.6 mi).
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