Arcata, California
Arcata: city in California
About
Arcata is a city located in the county of Humboldt in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,231. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 18,044 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Arcata
| Population | 18,044 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Humboldt County |
| Different from | Arcadia |
| Postal code | 95518, 95521 |
| Water as percent of area | 17.25% |
| Land as percent of area | 82.75% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.8665,-124.0828 |
| Altitude | 75 feet / 23 meters |
| Time Zone | UTC−08:00 |
| Local time | 17:45:06 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 4.51% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 48℉ Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Arcata is located at 40°51'59"N 124°4'58"W (40.8665200, -124.0828400).
Arcata map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Arcata increased by 4.51% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,231 | - | census |
| 2011 | 17,912 | 3.8% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 17,875 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,860 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,869 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,945 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 18,100 | 0.86% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 18,148 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 18,246 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 18,431 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 18,044 | -2.14% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in Arcata
1Motel 6 Arcata, CA - Humboldt University
4755 Valley W Blvd, Arcata, CA 95521, United States View details
Phone: +17078227061 | Website available
2Best Western Arcata Inn
4827 Valley W Blvd, Arcata, CA 95521, United States View details
Phone: +17078260313 | Website available
3Red Roof Inn Arcata
4975 Valley W Blvd, Arcata, CA 95521, United States View details
Phone: +17076336148 | Website available
4Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata, CA
4750 Valley W Blvd, Arcata, CA 95521, United States View details
Phone: +17078225896 | Website available
5Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
3535 Janes Rd, Arcata, CA 95521, United States View details
Phone: +17078220409 | Website available
People born in Arcata (18)
People born in Arcata, including singer-songwriter, composer and songwriter Brisa Roché, triathlete Mike Pigg, jazz musician Michael Moore, .
More notable people
- Michael Phillips (American author) he was born in 13/12/1946
- Naomi Lang (American ice dancer) she was born in 18/12/1978
- Willi Unsoeld (American mountaineer) he was born in 05/10/1926
- Sinn Sage (Movie film actress, director & model) she was born in 04/10/1983
- Nate Quarry (American mixed martial artist) he was born in 18/03/1972
- Amanda Loncar (American actress) she was born in 26/02/1982
- Christa Johnson (professional golfer) she was born in 25/04/1958
- Christopher Buckley (American poet) he was born in 01/01/1948
- Don Durdan (Player of American football (1920-1971)) he was born in 21/09/1920
- Garth Iorg (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 12/10/1954
- Gary Wilson (American baseball player) he was born in 01/01/1970
- James Allen Taylor (United States Army Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 31/12/1937
- Jerry Joseph (American singer-songwriter) he was born in 23/04/1961
- Lynn Gattis (American politician) she was born in 01/01/1957
- J. E. Greene (American materials scientist) he was born in 25/11/1944
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Arcata, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 115755 | Humboldt State University | Arcata (CA) | 95521-8299 |
| 113537 | Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre | Blue Lake (CA) | 95525-0816 |
| 114761 | Fredrick and Charles Beauty College | Eureka (CA) | 95501 |
| 121707 | College of the Redwoods | Eureka (CA) | 95501-9300 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Arcata, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | Arcata (Transit Center), California | 925 E Street | BUS |
| EKA | Eureka, California | Sixth and C Sts. | BUS |
| MKV | McKinleyville (Arcata Airport), California | 3561 Boeing Ave | BUS |
| FTA | Fortuna, California | 719 South Fortuna Blvd | BUS |
| RDS | Rio Dell-Scotia, California | 100 Main Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Arcata.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Arcata Post Office | Arcata (CA) | 95521 |
Other cities in Humboldt County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Humboldt County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Eureka | 26,652 | City in and county seat of Humboldt County, California, United States |
| McKinleyville | 15,177 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Fortuna | 12,107 | City in the United States of America |
| Myrtletown | 4,675 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Humboldt Hill | 3,414 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Rio Dell | 3,363 | City in Humboldt County, California, United States of America |
| Cutten | 3,108 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Bayview | 2,510 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Willow Creek | 1,710 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Ferndale | 1,362 | Town in Humboldt County, California, United States |
| Blue Lake | 1,244 | City in California |
| Hydesville | 1,237 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Redway | 1,225 | Census-designated place in Humboldt County, California |
| Trinidad | 358 | Seaside city in Humboldt County, California, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Arcata distances to largest California cities