Parksdale, California
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | +20.1% |
| 2008 | +34.8% |
| 2012 | +41.6% |
| 2016 | +46.3% |
| 2020 | +30.5% |
| 2024 | +2.7% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 49.8%Harris261 | 47.1%Trump247 | 3.1% | D+2.7 | R+27.8 | D+4.1 | 524 | |
| D | 64.7%Biden344 | 34.2%Trump182 | 1.1% | D+30.5 | R+15.9 | D+26.0 | 532 | |
| D | 70.1%Clinton324 | 23.8%Trump110 | 6.1% | D+46.3 | D+4.7 | D+44.2 | 462 | |
| D | 69.5%Obama262 | 27.9%Romney105 | 2.7% | D+41.6 | D+6.8 | D+37.8 | 377 | |
| D | 67.0%Obama258 | 32.2%McCain124 | 0.8% | D+34.8 | D+14.7 | D+27.5 | 385 | |
| D | 59.6%Kerry196 | 39.5%Bush130 | 0.9% | D+20.1 | — | D+22.5 | 329 |
Parksdale sits in the Pacific Coast. In 2024 it voted Democratic.
Across the recorded series it reached a Democratic high of 46.3 points in 2016. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 27.8 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 2.7 points.
A population of 2,885, a 2% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $51,587 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Parksdale, California vote in 2024?
In 2024, Parksdale, California voted Democratic by 2.7 points (D+2.7), carried by the Democratic candidate. Out of 524 votes cast, 261 went Democratic and 247 went Republican.
How many people live in Parksdale, California?
Parksdale, California has a population of 2,885 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Parksdale, California?
Median household income in Parksdale, California is $51,587 — below the national median of $80,734. The California state median is $99,122.
What is the political history of Parksdale, California?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Parksdale, California from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 6 went Democratic and 0 went Republican.