Palermo is a cdp located in Butte County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 39.0 square miles (101.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 190 ft. With a population of approximately 5,720 residents, Palermo offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 51.05% males and 48.95% females, and it has a population density of 146.67 people per square mile (56.63/km²). Palermo lies at a latitude of 39.44 and a longitude of -121.53, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.5%), followed by English (11.7%), German (13.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 95968.