Mabie, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mabie
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 Mabie, California
Location in California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Plumas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.639 sq mi (9.425 km2) |
| • Land | 3.639 sq mi (9.425 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 4,882 ft (1,488 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 181 |
| • Density | 49.74/sq mi (19.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2612134 |
Mabie is a small community located in Plumas County, California, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the government for collecting population data, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.
Mabie is situated high up in the mountains, about 4,882 feet (1,488 meters) above sea level. It's found along the old Western Pacific Railroad line. You can find Mabie about 5 miles (8 kilometers) east of a place called Blairsden.
Where is Mabie Located?
Mabie is nestled in the beautiful landscape of California. According to the United States Census Bureau, the area of Mabie covers about 3.6 square miles (9.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its official boundaries.
Who Lives in Mabie?
In 2010, a count of the population showed that 161 people lived in Mabie. By 2020, the population had grown slightly to 181 people. This means it's a very small and quiet community.
Most of the people living in Mabie live in family homes. In 2010, there were 78 households in total. A household is simply a group of people living together in one home. Many of these households were made up of married couples.
The people living in Mabie are of various ages. In 2010, about 7.5% of the population was under 18 years old. A large portion of the residents, about 55.3%, were between 45 and 64 years old. Also, about 25.5% of the population was 65 years or older. This shows that many adults and older people call Mabie home.
Most homes in Mabie are owned by the people who live in them. In 2010, about 96% of the homes were owner-occupied. Only a small number of homes were rented.
See also
In Spanish: Mabie para niños
