Forest Ranch, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,974 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$154,212 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
99.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$491,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,051 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,615 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
99.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Butte County
5
Chico Metro Area
5
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Butte County
6
Chico Metro Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 3 40
Feb 7 3 43
Mar 6 2 48
Apr 3 1 52
May 2 0 60
Jun 1 0 67
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 1 0 66
Oct 2 0 57
Nov 5 1 46
Dec 8 3 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, CA State Senate District 1, CA Assembly District 3, CA
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Schools

Cedarwood Elementary
5 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Pine Ridge
7 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

California State University-Chico
15 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Butte College
17 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Adventist Health Feather River
11 miles, S • 3.2 star
Enloe Medical Center
14 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Oroville Hospital
28 miles, S • 2.3 star
St Elizabeth Community Hospital
34 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Redding Municipal Airport
54 miles, N • 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
83 miles, S • 3.2 star
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
105 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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