California Population 2024. The california department of finance released a population estimate on tuesday showing the state gained just over 67,000 people. From july 1, 2022, to july 1, 2023, 17 of california’s 58 counties experienced a population increase while the majority lost residents.

California wildlife policymakers have opted to protect the diminutive western burrowing owl as they consider listing the rapidly declining. California’s population growth in 2024 highlights the dynamic nature of the state’s demographic trends.