Chester
Census-designated place in Plumas County, California
Chester is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Plumas County, California, with 2,187 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,534 ft (1,382 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Lake Almanor West, 5.0 miles S.
- 2,187residents (2020 Census)
- 4,534 ftelevation · 1,382 m
- 7.3 sq miland area · 18.9 km²
- 300 / sq mipopulation density
- 96020ZIP code
About Chester
Chester (formerly Big Meadows) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Plumas County, California, United States. Chester is located on Lake Almanor, 30 miles (48.3 km) north-northwest of Quincy. The town is located along State Route 36. The US Postal Service ZIP code for the community is 96020. The population was 2,187 at the 2020 census, up from 2,144 at the 2010 census.
The primary industries in Chester are lumber production and tourism. Chester serves as the retail center for the Lake Almanor region of California, and derives a significant portion of its economy from the tourist trade, and to a lesser degree from construction to new residents and businesses.
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- Median household income
- $47,129
- Median home value
- $304,800
- Median rent
- $1,110/mo
- Median age
- 61.6
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Chester had 2,187 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,187 |
|---|---|
| Density | 300 per sq mi (116 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Chester at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Plumas County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 2,187 (2020) |
| Land area | 7.29 sq mi (18.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.08 sq mi (0.21 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,534 ft (1,382 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3017° N, 121.2325° W |
| ZIP code | 96020 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0612930 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Chester
- Lake Almanor West5.0 mi S
- Lake Almanor Peninsula5.4 mi E
- Lake Almanor Country Club5.4 mi SE
- Almanor6.7 mi SE
- Hamilton Branch7.4 mi E
- Prattville7.7 mi SE
- Warner Valley9.1 mi NW
- East Shore9.1 mi SE
- Clear Creek9.3 mi E
- Westwood12.1 mi E
- Canyondam12.3 mi SE
- Caribou16.2 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Chester
What county is Chester in?
Chester is in Plumas County, California.
What is the population of Chester, CA?
2,187 people lived in Chester at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Chester, CA?
The ZIP code of Chester is 96020.
What is the elevation of Chester?
4,534 feet (1,382 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Chester?
Lake Almanor West (5.0 mi), Lake Almanor Peninsula (5.4 mi), Lake Almanor Country Club (5.4 mi), Almanor (6.7 mi), Hamilton Branch (7.4 mi).
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