Ruth
Census-designated place in Trinity County, California
Ruth is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Trinity County, California, with 254 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,933 ft (894 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Post Mountain, 10.4 miles NE.
- 254residents (2020 Census)
- 2,933 ftelevation · 894 m
- 38.9 sq miland area · 100.7 km²
- 7 / sq mipopulation density
- 95552ZIP code
About Ruth
Ruth is an unincorporated community in Trinity County, California, United States. Ruth is located in the southern portion of the county. The community and the adjacent Ruth Lake were named after Ruth McKnight, daughter of settlers. It is located near the headwaters of the Mad River and adjacent to the Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness. Ruth sits at an elevation of 2,933 feet (894 m). Its population is 254 as of the 2020 census, up from 195 from the 2010 census. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Ruth as a census-designated place (CDP). The ZIP code is 95526. The community is inside area code 707.
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- Median household income
- $78,247
- Median age
- 57.5
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Ruth had 254 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 254 |
|---|---|
| Density | 7 per sq mi (3 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Ruth at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Trinity County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 254 (2020) |
| Land area | 38.86 sq mi (100.7 km²) |
| Water area | 1.68 sq mi (4.35 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,933 ft (894 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.2938° N, 123.3483° W |
| ZIP code | 95552 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0663386 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Ruth
- Post Mountain10.4 mi NE
- Mad River12.2 mi NW
- Alderpoint16.8 mi SW
- Hayfork22.8 mi NE
- Phillipsville23.5 mi W
- Hyampom23.8 mi N
- Platina23.8 mi E
- Miranda25.3 mi W
- Garberville27.1 mi SW
- Benbow27.3 mi SW
- Redway27.7 mi SW
- Myers Flat27.9 mi W
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Frequently asked questions about Ruth
What county is Ruth in?
Ruth is in Trinity County, California.
What is the population of Ruth, CA?
254 people lived in Ruth at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Ruth, CA?
The ZIP code of Ruth is 95552.
What is the elevation of Ruth?
2,933 feet (894 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Ruth?
Post Mountain (10.4 mi), Mad River (12.2 mi), Alderpoint (16.8 mi), Hayfork (22.8 mi), Phillipsville (23.5 mi).
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