Occidental is a cdp located in Sonoma County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 5.0 square miles (13.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 578 ft. With a population of approximately 1,272 residents, Occidental offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.92% males and 50.08% females, and it has a population density of 255.42 people per square mile (98.62/km²). Occidental lies at a latitude of 38.42 and a longitude of -122.95, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (29.3%), German (22.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 95465.