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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Chico a good place to live?
Downtown Chico is a good place to live. Downtown Chico is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Chico has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.0 people per acre and a median age of 29. The average household income is $82,432 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 57.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Chico are renters, with 87% of residents renting and 13% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Downtown Chico can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Downtown Chico neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Chico, CA a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Chico, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Chico?
The median home price in Downtown Chico is $325,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Chico. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Downtown Chico is $82K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Chico?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Chico are:
- Chico High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Chico Junior High School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 22:1.
- Parkview Elementary School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 18:1.
What are the best private schools in Downtown Chico?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Chico are:
- Notre Dame School has a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Downtown Chico, Chico, CA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Chico, Chico, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Chico, Chico, CA are East Streets, Barber Yard, Mulberry, South Campus and Chico Vecino.
Are home prices dropping in Downtown Chico?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Chico are down 20% in the last 12 months.
