Chico, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Butte County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Chico based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
102,032
2023 ACS
Median Income
$67,929
2023
Median Home Value
$455,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,442
2023
Median Age
31.0
Unemployment
6.6%
Cost of Living Index
132.8
100 = national avg
Chico is a city in Butte County, California, with a population of 102,032 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Chico is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Chico is $67,929, and the median home value is $455,300. The cost of living index is 132.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,442 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, and the median age is 31.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
102,032
Male
49,540
48.6%
Female
52,492
51.4%
Median Age
31.0
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
24.7%
High School or Higher
34.3%
Foreign Born
8.1%
Veterans
3.7%
Married
31.0%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.412
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
72.3%
Foreign Born
8.1%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
20.7%
21,121 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
79.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
97,284
English Only
82.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
11,366 speakers
Limited English
4.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.2%
Limited English Proficiency
4.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,775
3.7% of population
Disability Rate
25.6%
966 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$50,215
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,441
91.2%
Female Veterans
334
8.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$50,215
Non-Veteran Income
$33,279
Difference
$16,936
50.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
966
Without Disability
2,809
Disability Rate
25.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
70,151
#1 Ancestry
German
13.8% (14,097)
#2 Ancestry
English
11.5% (11,704)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.4% (10,642)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
41,934
Family Households
21,288
50.8%
Married Couples
14,184
33.8%
Non-Family Households
20,646
49.2%
Single Mother Households
4,654
11.1%
Single Father Households
2,450
5.8%
Living Alone
12,156
29.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
17,645
In Married Couple
11,080
62.8%
With Single Mother
4,680
26.5%
With Single Father
1,885
10.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$93,515
Married Couple Income
$124,257
Single Mother Income
$42,353
Single Father Income
$53,042
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
998
Grandparents Responsible
241
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$67,929
-7% vs national
Per Capita Income
$38,201
+3% vs national
Poverty Rate
22.1%
+62% vs national
Gini Index
0.4833
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.6%
+27% vs national
SNAP Recipients
14.8%
of households
How Chico Compares
Chico vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Chico is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Chico, CA has a median household income of $67,929, making it the 13,033rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher median household income than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Chico, CA has a per capita income of $38,201, making it the 9,716th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher per capita income than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Chico, CA has a poverty rate of 22.1%, making it the 6,012th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher poverty rate than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Chico, CA has a unemployment rate of 6.6%, making it the 8,045th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher unemployment rate than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Chico. The median household income here is $67,929.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.6%
-13% vs CA avg
Labor Force
56,343
Employed
52,539
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
24.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
31.0
Work from Home
12.2%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Chico, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$141.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
132.8
100 = national avg
+32.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,439
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,129
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,270
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,625
per month
The median household income in Chico, CA is $67,929, which is 7.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $38,201. The poverty rate of 22.1% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4833, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 56,343. 24.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 69.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 132.8, which is 32.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 184.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,439 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$430,000
Median List Price
$475,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$291
Days on Market
41
Active Inventory
138
Months of Supply
3.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$452,941
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,596
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
33.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
39
New Listings
61
Pending Sales
47
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$291
Median List $/SF
$292
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Chico, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Chico, CA metro area, home prices have risen 466.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 37.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 75.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 21.4%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 3.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Chico, CA housing market rather than Chico alone.
Metro area: Chico, CA
Chico vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Chico is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Chico, CA has a median home value of $455,300, making it the 3,571st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher median home value than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Chico, CA has a median rent of $1,442, making it the 4,468th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher median rent than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Chico, CA has a price per square foot of $291, making it the 3,879th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher price per square foot than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Chico, CA has a rent burden of 25.5%, making it the 3,137th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Chico has a higher rent burden than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$455,300
Median Rent
$1,442
Total Housing Units
45,451
Vacancy Rate
7.7%
Owner Occupied
44.3%
Renter Occupied
55.7%
Median Property Tax
$3,398
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,718
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,398
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
of home value
Median Home Value
$455,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,571
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,398) by the median home value ($455,300). In Chico, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.75%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Chico, CA is $430,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 41 days on the market. 33.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $291. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,596/month. About 44.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1983. There are 45,451 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,398. The effective tax rate is 0.75%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.01
per 1,000 residents
+170% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.98
per 1,000 residents
+10% vs national
Total Crimes
2,621
2024
Violent Clearance
40%
cases solved
Property Clearance
15%
cases solved
YoY Change
+13.6%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Chico Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Chico vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Chico is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Chico police solve 50% of murder cases but only 12% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.02 | 50.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 139 | 1.38 | 12.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 83 | 0.82 | 41.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 481 | 4.77 | 47.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 210 | 2.08 | 17.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,499 | 14.87 | 14.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 205 | 2.03 | 12.7% |
Chico, CA reported 707 violent crimes and 1,914 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.01 per 1,000 residents is 169.7% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 40% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,499 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 5.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 707 | 1,914 | 7.01 | 18.98 |
| 2023 | 623 | 1,837 | 6.17 | 18.21 |
| 2022 | 589 | 1,703 | 5.75 | 16.61 |
| 2020 | 540 | 2,113 | 5.13 | 20.06 |
| 2019 | 557 | 2,406 | 5.81 | 25.11 |
| 2018 | 611 | 2,403 | 6.48 | 25.49 |
| 2017 | 413 | 3,593 | 4.47 | 38.86 |
| 2016 | 293 | 3,290 | 3.22 | 36.11 |
| 2015 | 317 | 3,634 | 3.52 | 40.40 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
93.9
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
92.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
59.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
60.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
39
Public Assistance
$177.0M
Individual Assistance
$67.2M
Most Common Type
Fire
17 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Fire → | Fire | Jul 2024 | — | — |
| Thompson Fire → | Fire | Jul 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Floodin… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $322K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $805K | $129K |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $2.8M | — |
| Bear Fire → | Fire | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Aug 2020 | $10.0M | $27K |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $6.1M | $803K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Severe Storm | May 2019 | $1.8M | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2018 | $143.6M | $66.2M |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Camp Fire → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2017 | $106K | $6K |
| Cascade Fire → | Fire | Oct 2017 | — | — |
| La Porte Fire → | Fire | Oct 2017 | — | — |
| Wall Fire → | Fire | Jul 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Apr 2017 | $3.1M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Severe Storm | Feb 2017 | $6.1M | — |
Showing 20 of 41 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
335
Total Claims Paid
$7,198,167
Avg Claim Payout
$21,487
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
21
Federal Funding
$4,348,315
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.56
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 904.1: Advanced Assistance | 5 | $459,703 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 2 | $95,968 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 2 | $157,376 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 1 | $0 |
| 93.2: Tribal Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $88,778 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Chico has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are drought, wildfire, landslide. The area has had 39 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (17 declarations). 335 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $177,006,767 in public assistance recovery funding. $67,183,653 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 21 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
28.6%
7.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.6%
3.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.9%
3.0pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.0%
2.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
31.4%
Arthritis
21.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.6%
Loneliness
35.4%
Lack of Support
24.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
31.2%
Mobility
12.4%
Cognitive
16.8%
Hearing
6.0%
Vision
5.3%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
9.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Chico has an obesity rate of 28.6%, which is 7.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.6%, 3.1pp above the national average. About 8.0% of adults lack health insurance. 71.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
Enloe Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enloe Health | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Oroville Hospital | 29.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Orchard Hospital | 29.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Glenn Medical Center | 30.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Colusa Medical Center | 36.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
30
Pop. Served
23,374
Violations (5yr)
106
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-PARADISE PINES | 10,940 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO-FERNDALE | 1,662 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER COMPANY - STRAWBERRY DIV. | 1,295 | 10 |
| DEL ORO RIVER ISLAND SERV TERR #1 | 1,280 | 46 |
| DEL ORO CALIFORNIA PINES DISTRICT | 944 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-JOHNSON PARK | 904 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-LIME SADDLE MARINA | 895 | 0 |
| DEL ORO TRAVER DISTRICT | 657 | 10 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-STIRLING BLUFFS | 521 | 0 |
| GRIDLEY FARM LABOR HOUSING | 460 | 0 |
| BUTTE CREEK ESTATES MUTUAL WATER CO | 399 | 0 |
| BENBOW-DEL ORO W.C. | 370 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-MAGALIA | 340 | 0 |
| DEL ORO GRANDVIEW GARDENS DISTRICT | 323 | 29 |
| DEL ORO WC - COUNTRY ESTATES DIST | 297 | 0 |
| GRAN MUTUAL WATER CO | 290 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WC - BLACK BUTTE DISTRICT | 277 | 0 |
| ALMOND GROVE MOBILE PARK | 253 | 1 |
| DEL ORO WC - ARBUCKLE DISTRICT | 185 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO. - HAT CREEK DISTRICT | 185 | 0 |
| KEEFER CREEK ESTATES | 160 | 0 |
| SIERRA MOON MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 120 | 1 |
| DEL ORO WC - LARKSPUR MEADOWS | 116 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER COMPANY - BUZZTAIL DIST. | 106 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO - METROPOLITAN DISTRICT | 92 | 6 |
| DEL ORO RIVER ISLAND SERV TERR #2 | 89 | 0 |
| BLUE OAK TERRACE MUTUAL | 81 | 0 |
| DEL ORO EAST PLANO DISTRICT | 46 | 0 |
| FOREST KNOLLS MUTUAL WATER CO | 46 | 2 |
| HARTLEY MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | 41 | 1 |
There are 30 water systems serving the area. 106 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
69.8%
-11% vs national
Public Transit
0.8%
-6% vs national
Work From Home
12.2%
+31% vs national
Carpool
9.6%
Walk / Bike
5.8%
combined
How Chico's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
7
2023
6-Year Avg
7
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Nighttime
6
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Chico, CA covers travel times and transportation modes. 69.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 12.2% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. 9.6% of workers carpool. 3.5% walk to work. 2.3% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 7 traffic fatalities from 6 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
80.6%
of households
No Internet
4.3%
of households
Total Households
41,934
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.7%
of households
Smartphone
92.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
85.9%
of households
Tablet
66.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+87% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+89% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+119% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Chico vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
30
Population Served
23,374
Violations (5yr)
106
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-PARADISE PINES | Community | Purchased surface water | 10,940 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO-FERNDALE | Community | Ground water | 1,662 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER COMPANY - STRAWBERRY DIV. | Community | Surface water | 1,295 | 10 |
| DEL ORO RIVER ISLAND SERV TERR #1 | Community | Surface water | 1,280 | 46 |
| DEL ORO CALIFORNIA PINES DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 944 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-JOHNSON PARK | Community | Ground water | 904 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-LIME SADDLE MARINA | Community | Surface water | 895 | 0 |
| DEL ORO TRAVER DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 657 | 10 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-STIRLING BLUFFS | Community | Surface water | 521 | 0 |
| GRIDLEY FARM LABOR HOUSING | Community | Ground water | 460 | 0 |
| BUTTE CREEK ESTATES MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 399 | 0 |
| BENBOW-DEL ORO W.C. | Community | Surface water | 370 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO.-MAGALIA | Community | Ground water | 340 | 0 |
| DEL ORO GRANDVIEW GARDENS DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 323 | 29 |
| DEL ORO WC - COUNTRY ESTATES DIST | Community | Ground water | 297 | 0 |
| GRAN MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 290 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WC - BLACK BUTTE DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 277 | 0 |
| ALMOND GROVE MOBILE PARK | Community | Ground water | 253 | 1 |
| DEL ORO WC - ARBUCKLE DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 185 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO. - HAT CREEK DISTRICT | Community | Surface water | 185 | 0 |
| KEEFER CREEK ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 160 | 0 |
| SIERRA MOON MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 120 | 1 |
| DEL ORO WC - LARKSPUR MEADOWS | Community | Ground water | 116 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER COMPANY - BUZZTAIL DIST. | Community | Ground water | 106 | 0 |
| DEL ORO WATER CO - METROPOLITAN DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 92 | 6 |
| DEL ORO RIVER ISLAND SERV TERR #2 | Community | Ground water | 89 | 0 |
| BLUE OAK TERRACE MUTUAL | Community | Ground water | 81 | 0 |
| DEL ORO EAST PLANO DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 46 | 0 |
| FOREST KNOLLS MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 46 | 2 |
| HARTLEY MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 41 | 1 |
93.0% of households in Chico have broadband internet access. 80.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.3% of households have no internet access. 5.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 30 water systems, providing water to 23,374 people. A total of 106 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Chico is located in Butte County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Chico.
Election Overview
Source: Butte County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
44,228
46.8%
GOP Votes
47,179
49.9%
Total Votes
94,523
Margin
R+3.1%
Shift from 2020
R+4.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 44,228 | 47,179 | 94,523 | 46.8% | 49.9% | R+3.1 |
| 2020 | 50,426 | 48,730 | 102,042 | 49.4% | 47.8% | D+1.7 |
| 2016 | 38,676 | 42,193 | 87,847 | 44.0% | 48.0% | R+4.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Butte County recorded 94,523 total votes. Republicans won the county with 49.9% of the vote compared to 46.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+3.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.8pp from the previous election.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
521
Total Assets
$1.8B
Total Income
$1.6B
Per 10K Residents
51.1
nonprofits
+9.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
63
Median Assets
$316K
Oldest Active
1938
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.5B of $1.8B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Chico
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFChico, CA has 521 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.8B. The most common category is Education, with 60 organizations. 63 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 51.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1938.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
791
Total Approved
$326.8M
Jobs Supported
8,072
Per 10K Residents
77.5
SBA loans
-16.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
98
Top Lender
Mechanics Bank
75 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
599
Total Amount
$208.5M
Avg Loan
$348,042
Median Loan
$160,000
SBA Guaranteed
$158.6M(76%)
Jobs Supported
5,689
Loans
192
Total Amount
$118.3M
Avg Loan
$616,120
Median Loan
$390,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
118
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$87.4M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$740,451
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mooney Farms | 3 | $8.6M |
| Lares Research | 6 | $7.3M |
| Ltw Llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Jnz Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Ramada Plaza Hotel | 1 | $4.7M |
| Bidwell Senior Care Services Inc. | 2 | $4.0M |
| Red Roof Robyn House Inc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Cadabra Chico Llc | 1 | $3.5M |
| Il Health & Beauty Natural Oils Co., Inc | 1 | $3.3M |
| Erickson Veterinary Hospital Inc. | 1 | $3.3M |
Chico, CA has received 791 SBA loans totaling $326.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 599 loans (76% of the total), supporting 5,689 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 192 loans totaling $118.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Chico is Mechanics Bank with 75 loans. That works out to 77.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
125,457
Avg Median Income
-$133,274,901
Avg Home Value
-$132,964,533
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95926 | 42,143 | $62,334 | $462,900 | $1,418 | 7.8 |
| 95928 | 37,533 | $65,350 | $476,600 | $1,419 | 145.4 |
| 95929 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 95969 | 7,804 | $72,250 | $419,900 | $1,244 | 50.7 |
| 95973 | 37,977 | $92,228 | $484,600 | $1,546 | 300.1 |
Chico, CA has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 125,457. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$133,274,901. The average median home value is -$132,964,533. The average median monthly rent is -$133,332,208.
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