Biggs, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Biggs is a small town in California with a population of 2,254. Residents earn $73,542 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,254 Population 2,504/sq mi density
$73,542 Median Income $25,420 per capita
$301,800 Home Value $339,777 Zillow
$1,475 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
999 Violent Crime/100K 1,293 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$73,542 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$301,800 home value, $1,475/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
999 violent crimes/100K (163% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,542
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $301,800
7% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 999/100K
163% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,475
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

How Biggs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,254
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density2,504/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,542
Per Capita$25,420
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$301,800
Rent$1,475
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$339,777

Crime

F
Violent999/100K
Property1,293/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault999/100K
Burglary353/100K

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation94 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+87.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute23 min
Libraries7

Is Biggs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biggs receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment. Biggs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biggs is $73,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Biggs is $301,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,475 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 999 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,293 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Biggs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Biggs has a population of 2,254 with a density of 2,504 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.8%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,254
Total Population
2,504
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Biggs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.3%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.7%
129% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Biggs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biggs is $73,542, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Biggs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,542
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,420
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Biggs is $301,800, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,475 (27% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,777.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,800
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$339,777
Median List Price$679,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$679,500
$/Sq Ft$282
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,475
27% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Biggs, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Biggs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Biggs has a violent crime rate of 999 per 100,000 residents, 163% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,293 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Biggs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent999.4/100K
163% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault999.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,293.4/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary352.7/100K
Theft764.3/100K
Vehicle Theft176.4/100K
Arson117.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Biggs has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation94 ft (29 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density2,504/sq mi
Coordinates39.4102°N, 121.7133°W
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,504/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home5.7%

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