Quincy 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 12.1 square miles (31.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 3500 ft. With a population of approximately 2,398 residents, Quincy offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.83% males and 49.17% females, and it has a population density of 198.18 people per square mile (76.52/km²). Quincy lies at a latitude of 39.94 and a longitude of -120.91, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.2%), followed by English (18.3%), German (18.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 95971.