Fort Bragg
City in Mendocino County, California
Fort Bragg is a city in Mendocino County, California, with 6,983 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 85 ft (26 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Cleone, 3.7 miles N.
- 6,983residents (2020 Census)
- 85 ftelevation · 26 m
- 2.9 sq miland area · 7.5 km²
- 2,419 / sq mipopulation density
- 95420ZIP code
About Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg is a city along the North Coast of California in Mendocino County. The city is 24 miles (39 km) west of Willits, at an elevation of 85 feet (26 m). Its population was 6,983 at the 2020 census.
Fort Bragg is a tourist destination because of its views of the Pacific Ocean. Among its points of interest are Glass Beach and the California Western Railroad (popularly known as the "Skunk Train").
A California Historical Landmark, Fort Bragg was founded in 1857 prior to the American Civil War as a military garrison rather than a fortification. It was named after army officer Braxton Bragg, who at the time had served the U.S. in the Mexican–American War (and would later serve in the Confederate Army during the Civil War). The city was incorporated in 1889.
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- Median household income
- $56,481
- Median home value
- $535,400
- Median rent
- $1,290/mo
- Median age
- 49
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Fort Bragg had 6,983 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 6,983 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,419 per sq mi (934 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Fort Bragg at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Mendocino County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 6,983 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.89 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Water area | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km²) |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.4398° N, 123.8018° W |
| ZIP code | 95420 |
| Official website | city.fortbragg.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0625058 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Fort Bragg
- Cleone3.7 mi N
- Caspar5.3 mi S
- Mendocino8.8 mi S
- Little River11.8 mi S
- Albion15.0 mi S
- Comptche16.6 mi SE
- Brooktrails21.8 mi E
- Laytonville22.4 mi NE
- Willits24.3 mi E
- Leggett29.6 mi N
- Philo32.1 mi SE
- Manchester32.7 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Fort Bragg
What county is Fort Bragg in?
Fort Bragg is in Mendocino County, California.
What is the population of Fort Bragg, CA?
6,983 people lived in Fort Bragg at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Fort Bragg, CA?
The ZIP code of Fort Bragg is 95420.
What is the elevation of Fort Bragg?
85 feet (26 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Fort Bragg?
Cleone (3.7 mi), Caspar (5.3 mi), Mendocino (8.8 mi), Little River (11.8 mi), Albion (15.0 mi).
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