Chester is a cdp located in Plumas County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 7.2 square miles (19.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 4528 ft. With a population of approximately 2,316 residents, Chester offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.57% males and 50.43% females, and it has a population density of 320.33 people per square mile (123.68/km²). Chester lies at a latitude of 40.3 and a longitude of -121.23, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6.6%), followed by English (18.7%), German (23.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 96020.