Murphys is a cdp located in Calaveras County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 10.3 square miles (27.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 2171 ft. With a population of approximately 2,061 residents, Murphys offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.87% males and 53.13% females, and it has a population density of 200.10 people per square mile (77.26/km²). Murphys lies at a latitude of 38.14 and a longitude of -120.45, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.4%), followed by English (16.1%), German (16.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 95247.