Independence is a cdp located in Inyo County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 4.0 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 3936 ft. With a population of approximately 574 residents, Independence offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.86% males and 53.14% females, and it has a population density of 143.50 people per square mile (55.41/km²). Independence lies at a latitude of 36.81 and a longitude of -118.2, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (14.3%), followed by English (15.3%), German (28.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 93526.