Portola, California
Portola: City in Plumas County, California, United States
About
Portola is a city located in the county of Plumas in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,104. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,913 inhabitants.
The city was created 79 years ago in 1946.
Quick Facts about Portola
| Population | 1,913 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Plumas County |
| Phone Area Codes | 530 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.8105,-120.4691 |
| Altitude | 4,856 feet / 1480 meters |
| Establishment | May 16, 1946 (79 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 01:56:28 (19th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 96122 |
| Population growth | -9.98% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 34℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Portola is located at 39°48'38"N 120°28'9"W (39.8104600, -120.4691000).
Portola map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Portola decreased by 9.98% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,104 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,060 | -2.14% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,014 | -2.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,961 | -2.7% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,929 | -1.66% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,906 | -1.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,927 | 1.09% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,922 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,928 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,930 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,913 | -0.89% | estimation process |
People born in Portola (2)
People born in Portola, including actor Richard Poe, American-football player Sheldon Harden, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Portola, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114433 | Feather River Community College District | Quincy (CA) | 95971-9124 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Portola, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOD | Soda Springs, California | 22002 Donner Pass Rd. | BUS |
| TRU | Truckee station | 10065 Donner Pass Road | RAIL |
| RNO | Reno | 280 North Center St. | RAIL |
| SPR | Sparks, Nevada (Train Stop) | Nugget Ave. east of 11th St. | RAIL |
| SPX | Sparks, Nevada (Thruway Buses) | 1100 Nugget Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Portola.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Portola Post Office | Portola (CA) | 96122 |
Other cities in Plumas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Plumas County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| East Quincy | 2,489 | Census-designated place in Plumas County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Portola distances to largest California cities