1930 California Census May 2026

Beyond the numbers, the census reveals the intimate details of daily life in 1930.

California was the fastest-growing state in the nation during the 1920s. By 1930, the census revealed a demographic explosion that reshaped the West Coast. Approximately 5.67 million people. Growth Rate: A staggering 65.7% increase since 1920. 1930 California Census

Are you researching a or a particular California city ? Beyond the numbers, the census reveals the intimate

Boarders and "lodgers" were extremely common, as families took in strangers to help pay the mortgage during tightening economic times. 🔍 Why it Matters Today Beyond the numbers

For the first time, the census asked if a household owned a radio—the "high-tech" luxury of the era.

The "Industry" appears in the census through thousands of entries for "Actor," "Cameraman," and "Title Writer."