Lucerne, California
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | +11.7% |
| 2008 | +23.4% |
| 2012 | +23.8% |
| 2016 | +5.7% |
| 2020 | +8.3% |
| 2024 | +1.5% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 49.2%Harris550 | 47.7%Trump533 | 3.0% | D+1.5 | R+6.8 | D+3.0 | 1,117 | |
| D | 53.0%Biden641 | 44.6%Trump540 | 2.4% | D+8.3 | D+2.6 | D+3.9 | 1,210 | |
| D | 48.3%Clinton480 | 42.6%Trump423 | 9.2% | D+5.7 | R+18.1 | D+3.6 | 994 | |
| D | 59.7%Obama614 | 35.9%Romney369 | 4.4% | D+23.8 | D+0.4 | D+20.0 | 1,028 | |
| D | 61.2%Obama712 | 37.8%McCain440 | 0.9% | D+23.4 | D+11.7 | D+16.1 | 1,163 | |
| D | 54.8%Kerry629 | 43.2%Bush495 | 2.0% | D+11.7 | — | D+14.1 | 1,147 |
Lucerne sits in the Pacific Coast. In 2024 it voted Democratic.
Across the recorded series it reached a Democratic high of 23.8 points in 2012. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 6.8 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 1.5 points.
A population of 3,435, a 71% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $56,625 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Lucerne, California vote in 2024?
In 2024, Lucerne, California voted Democratic by 1.5 points (D+1.5), carried by the Democratic candidate. Out of 1,117 votes cast, 550 went Democratic and 533 went Republican.
How many people live in Lucerne, California?
Lucerne, California has a population of 3,435 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Lucerne, California?
Median household income in Lucerne, California is $56,625 — below the national median of $80,734. The California state median is $99,122.
What is the political history of Lucerne, California?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Lucerne, California from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 6 went Democratic and 0 went Republican.