Canby, CA
California · Modoc County
Canby is a small town in California with a population of 287.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Canby Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
Education
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Is Canby a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Canby receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Canby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Education
24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Canby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Canby vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Canby vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $230,884 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 29.2% |
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
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 39 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,717 |
| 22% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Canby vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 18.4% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Short Sleep | 34.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,165 |
| Dentists | 1:1,419 |
| Mental Health | 1:243 |
| Checkup Rate | 69.6% |
| Dental Visits | 59.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,302/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,320 ft (1,317 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4523°N, 120.8883°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Modoc County County |
| Nearest Airport | Crater Lake/Klamath Regional (LMT) 65 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 39.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 66.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 21.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Medicine Lake (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Medicine Lake | Shield | 2,412 m (7,913 ft) | 1060 | 58 km |
| Shasta | Stratovolcano | 4,317 m (14,163 ft) | 1250 | 109 km |
| Lassen Volcanic Center | Stratovolcano | 3,187 m (10,456 ft) | 1917 | 119 km |
| Crater Lake | Caldera | 2,487 m (8,159 ft) | -2850 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
Canby has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 30°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.5") and August the driest (0.3").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 46.7 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Traffic Accidents | 129 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.6% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 35.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.24 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| County | Modoc County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 15.6 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 2.0 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 26 |
Commute & Transportation
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $277 ($166-$443) |
| Specialist Visit | $387 ($221-$609) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $221 ($111-$387) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,435 ($886-$5,535) |
| Dental Cleaning | $144 ($83-$221) |
| Dental Filling | $277 ($166-$443) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $50 ($28-$83) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $83 ($55-$133) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $332 ($166-$554) |
| Tire Rotation | $44 ($22-$83) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $664 ($443-$1,107) |
| Battery Replacement | $221 ($111-$387) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $111 ($66-$166) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $100 ($55-$155) |
| HVAC Repair | $443 ($166-$886) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,749 ($4,428-$13,284) |
| Roof Repair | $1,107 ($443-$2,214) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,963 ($6,089-$16,605) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,661 ($554-$3,875) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,605 ($5,535-$33,210) |
| DUI Defense | $5,535 ($2,214-$11,070) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,661 ($886-$3,321) |
| Will Preparation | $554 ($221-$1,107) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,768 ($1,107-$5,535) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $28 ($17-$50) |
| Women's Haircut | $61 ($33-$111) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $166 ($83-$277) |
| Manicure | $28 ($17-$50) |
| Pedicure | $44 ($28-$72) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $89 ($55-$144) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.54 ($3.32-$6.09) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.87 ($2.77-$5.54) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.21 ($2.77-$6.09) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.98 ($3.32-$7.20) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $6.09 ($4.43-$8.30) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.11 ($0.66-$1.99) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $155 ($89-$277) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $77 ($33-$166) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $77 ($44-$133) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $77 ($44-$111) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $72 ($33-$111) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $94 ($55-$166) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $221 ($83-$554) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,214 ($1,328-$3,875) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $77 ($33-$144) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $17 ($8.86-$28) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $111 ($33-$277) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $33 ($17-$83) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,328 ($664-$2,768) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,107 ($554-$2,214) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $443 ($221-$775) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $55 ($28-$111) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,107 ($443-$2,768) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,838 ($5,535-$33,210) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $66 ($33-$111) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $111 ($55-$221) |
| Dog Grooming | $66 ($33-$111) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $44 ($22-$83) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $332 ($166-$554) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $221 ($111-$443) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $972 |
| Toddler | $774 |
| Preschool | $641 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $890 |
| Toddler | $826 |
| Preschool | $767 |
Top Industries in Modoc County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 336 | 51 | $54,067 | 15.00 |
| Retail Trade | 178 | 19 | $35,123 | 0.64 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 165 | 6 | $39,969 | 1.01 |
| Other Services | 112 | 14 | $43,149 | 1.34 |
| Wholesale Trade | 102 | 13 | $64,395 | 0.94 |
| Construction | 74 | 20 | $57,086 | 0.51 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 64 | 15 | $54,200 | 0.33 |
| Manufacturing | 9 | 5 | $37,287 | 0.04 |
| Unclassified | 2 | 1 | $11,381 | 0.52 |
National Parks Near Canby
5 national parks and monuments found near Canby.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | National Park | $30 |
| Lava Beds National Monument | National Monument | $25 |
| McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tule Lake National Monument | National Monument | Free |
Trails Near Canby
3 trails found near Canby.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RED TAIL RIM TRAIL | 19.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | Yes |
| PIT RIVER TRAIL | 3.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| HOWARDS GULCH TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Historical Trends - Canby
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 570 | $45,455 |
| 2015 | 545 | $45,463 |
| 2017 | 546 | $42,045 |
| 2019 | 282 | - |
| 2021 | 277 | - |
| 2023 | 287 | - |
Cell Towers in Canby
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| (Happy Camp site)12 miles West of Canby | TOWER | 27 |
Fire Stations in Canby
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canby Volunteer Fire Department | Main ST | Volunteer | 530-233-9233 |
Bridges in Canby
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1920 | 24 | 2,200 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1991 | 84 | 2,000 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1966 | 73 | 1,600 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2019 | 43 | 1,350 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 305 | 1,200 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 62 | 245 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 83 | 245 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 83 | 245 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1958 | 23 | 245 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 2006 | 151 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1969 | 35 | 50 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1931 | 39 | 32 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1931 | 24 | 32 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2002 | 108 | 19 | G |
Airports Near Canby
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alturas Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barnes Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bates Field | - | Small Airport |
| California Pines Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cedarville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Compressor Station 14 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crowder Flat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dry Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fall River Mills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Bidwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake County Airport | LKV | Small Airport |
| Likely Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nail Spring Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ravendale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Reservoir F Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Wagon Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| South Likely Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southard Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tulelake Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Winema Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Historic Markers Near Canby
5 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Canby.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Lassen Trail - Foot Wear | Marker is on Route 139, on the right when traveling south. |
| Lassen Trail - Pit River | Marker is at the intersection of Centerville Road (County Route 54) and County Route 175, on the left when traveling east on Centerville Road. |
| Lassen Trail - Pit River Canyon | Marker is on Pit River Road (County Route 84) near Turner Creek Road, on the right when traveling west. |
| Evans and Bailey Fight 1861 | Marker is on Centerville Road (County Route 54), on the right when traveling east. |
| South Road - Blazed Pine Tree | Marker is on Mowitz Rd (Forest Road 46N10), on the right when traveling south. |
Hot Springs Near Canby
2 hot springs from NOAA geothermal data found near Canby.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Kelly Hot Spring | |
| Spring |
UFO Sightings Near Canby
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Canby.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Canby, CA | 2001 | Small white light in the sky exhibited extreme speed and maneuvers |
Frequently Asked Questions About Canby
What is the population of Canby?
Canby has a population of 287 residents and is located in California. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 84.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 69.3% female and 30.7% male.
Is Canby expensive to live in?
Canby is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100.
What is the weather like in Canby?
Canby has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches, with 45.1 inches of snow.
How are the schools in Canby?
Schools in Canby have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 24.6% of adults in Canby hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. 35.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Canby?
The obesity rate in Canby is 32.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.4% of adults are smokers. 25.6% are physically inactive. 29.0% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 54.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,165.
What are the demographics of Canby?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Canby is 72.1% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino, 24% Asian. 73.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.6% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 70.3% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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