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Forest Ranch, CA
California · Butte County · Chico Metro
Forest Ranch is a small town in California with a population of 1,974. Residents earn $154,212 per year, which is 105% above the national average.
3.5
/5.0
B+
Good
1,974
Population
142/sq mi density
$154,212
Median Income
$76,015 per capita
$491,300
Home Value
$359,905 Zillow
57°F
Avg Temperature
276 sunny days/yr
198
Violent Crime/100K
1,962 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$154,212 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$491,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
198 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$154,212
105% higher than US avg
Home Value
$491,300
74% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
198/100K
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.8%
94% lower than US avg
How Forest Ranch Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,974
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.9%
Economy
AMedian Income$154,212
Per Capita$76,015
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+Home Value$491,300
Ownership99.0%
Zillow$359,905
Housing Units769
Rent Burden34.1%
Crime
FViolent198/100K
Property1,962/100K
Health
Obesity26.4%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking12.2%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation2,552 ft (778 m)
Education
B+Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+79.7%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score4.47
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries7
Is Forest Ranch a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Forest Ranch receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Forest Ranch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Forest Ranch is $154,212, which is significantly higher than the national average / 105% above $75,149. This places Forest Ranch among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Forest Ranch is $491,300, making it a premium housing market at 74% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Forest Ranch is below the national average at 198 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,962 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Forest Ranch enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Forest Ranch has a population of 1,974 with a density of 142 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.8% female and 53.2% male. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 5.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.8% of residents, while 6.2% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
1,974
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
13.9mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Forest Ranch vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Forest Ranch vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Forest Ranch is $154,212, which is 105% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $76,015 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,106, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,029 business establishments, including 457 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 1.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Forest Ranch vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $154,212 |
| 105% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $76,015 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,106 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,950 |
| Gini Index | 0.483 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.0% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,029 |
| County GDP | $12,901M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 457 |
| Healthcare | 632 |
| Retail | 676 |
| Manufacturing | 166 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,175 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 110.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
Walkability
The median home value in Forest Ranch is $491,300, 74% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,905, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 102% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 99.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 769 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1989. The average annual property tax is $5,175 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $491,300 |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $359,905 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $237 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.0% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 34.1% |
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 | 99.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 99.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 1.0% |
| Housing Units | 769 |
| Median Year Built | 1989 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,175 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.05% |
In Forest Ranch, 26.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 26.8% have high blood pressure. 12.2% are current smokers. 21.7% report binge drinking. 17.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,707. The dentist ratio is 1:1,234. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Forest Ranch vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.4% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.8% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 12.2% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.8% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
| Short Sleep | 32.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 6.7% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,707 |
| Dentists | 1:1,234 |
| Mental Health | 1:113 |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Dental Visits | 62.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,316/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 632 |
Forest Ranch has a violent crime rate of 198 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,962 per 100,000, 0% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 31 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 364 federally declared disasters. Overall, Forest Ranch receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Forest Ranch vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 197.7/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,961.5/100K |
| 0% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Traffic Accidents | 181 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Forest Ranch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 2,552 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,552 ft (778 m) |
| Area | 13.9 sq mi (36.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8952°N, 121.6705°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Butte County County |
| Nearest Airport | Chico Regional (CIC) 14 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0444 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 8.4 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.24 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 7.9 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 93.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 60.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very High |
| Cold Wave | No Rating |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lassen Volcanic Center (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lassen Volcanic Center | Stratovolcano | 3,187 m (10,456 ft) | 1917 | 68 km |
| Clear Lake | Volcanic field | 1,439 m (4,721 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Shasta | Stratovolcano | 4,317 m (14,163 ft) | 1250 | 174 km |
| Medicine Lake | Shield | 2,412 m (7,913 ft) | 1060 | 191 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 6.6 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 7.0 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
Forest Ranch has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 44°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.4") and July the driest (0.1").
Forest Ranch is located in Butte County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.9% of the vote, a 3.1-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 632 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.4% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 3.1 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Traffic Accidents | 181 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 13.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.47 |
B+
Education Grade (3.6/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.9 sq mi |
| County | Butte County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 83.1% |
| Avg Download Speed | 108.5 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 17.2 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 632 |
| Restaurants | 457 |
| Retail Stores | 676 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
Average costs for common services in Forest Ranch. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
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 | $1,533 |
| Toddler | $937 |
| Preschool | $775 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,260 |
| Toddler | $1,049 |
| Preschool | $974 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Butte County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 19,255 | 4,249 | $57,496 | 1.70 |
| Retail Trade | 9,123 | 630 | $41,784 | 1.16 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 7,266 | 424 | $26,647 | 1.01 |
| Construction | 3,918 | 600 | $77,408 | 0.94 |
| Manufacturing | 3,734 | 192 | $65,524 | 0.58 |
| Other Services | 3,571 | 420 | $41,113 | 1.50 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 2,774 | 342 | $56,868 | 4.34 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 2,661 | 278 | $44,029 | 0.57 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 2,079 | 426 | $78,180 | 0.38 |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,017 | 160 | $78,319 | 0.65 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,257 | 215 | $95,385 | 0.39 |
| Real Estate | 1,208 | 273 | $49,824 | 0.99 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 966 | 78 | $24,692 | 0.73 |
| Information & Technology | 564 | 43 | $72,032 | 0.38 |
| Educational Services | 512 | 63 | $42,728 | 0.31 |
| Management of Companies | 396 | 15 | $100,535 | 0.30 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 43 | 6 | $71,849 | 0.14 |
| Unclassified | 4 | 8 | $113,674 | 0.04 |
Schools in Forest Ranch
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Ranch Charter (Charter) | Elementary | 107 | 5 | 21.4:1 |
Radio Stations near Forest Ranch
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian Rainbow | folklore, hawaiian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Oroville Community Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Forest Ranch
8 campgrounds found near Forest Ranch.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| GURNSEY CREEK | 4.5/5 | 2 | $34–$112 |
| Sundew Campground (CA) | 4.5/5 | 21 | $30 |
| Gansner Bar Campground (CA) | 4.2/5 | 14 | $31 |
| HUTCHINS | 3.8/5 | 3 | $50 |
| North Fork Campground (Plumas) | 3.8/5 | 21 | $35–$45 |
| Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) | 2.4/5 | 10 | $30 |
| Grizzly Creek Campground (CA) | 1.2/5 | 11 | $29 |
| Queen Lily Campground (Plumas) | 1.0/5 | 12 | $31 |
National Parks Near Forest Ranch
6 national parks and monuments found near Forest Ranch.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | National Park | $30 |
| Plumas-Eureka State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Yuba River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sutter Buttes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Whiskeytown National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | $15 |
Trails Near Forest Ranch
220+ trails found near Forest Ranch.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PACIFIC CREST NATIONAL SCENIC | 55.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HUMBOLT | 16.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TOBIN-ROCK CREEK POWERLINE | 12.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HUMBUG | 10.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCGOWAN CROSS-COUNTRY SKI TRAI | 9.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SUNFLOWER FLAT | 8.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| 44 ROAD | 6.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| LOWER YELLOW CREEK | 6.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MORGAN SUMMIT | 6.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FANANI MEADOW | 6.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| PCT: PLUMAS | 6.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| PCT: PLUMAS | 5.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| COLBY MTN | 5.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SCOTT'S JOHN | 5.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCLURE TRAIL | 5.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MILL CREEK - HWY 172 | 5.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SODA CREEK | 5.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| COLBY MTN | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SPENCER MEADOW LOOP | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| TURNER MOUNTAIN | 4.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| FEATHER FALLS UPPER | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PEAR LAKE LOOP - 28 ROAD | 4.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| GRAHAMS PINERY/DEVILS DEN ISHI | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MILL CREEK | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHAMBERS CREEK | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUMMIT LAKE | 3.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BOULDER | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CAREY GULCH | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEER CREEK ISHI | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| ROCK ISLAND RIDGE WEST | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JONESVILLE CANYON TRAIL | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LITTLE GRAPEVINE | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GRASSY LAKE HIGH LAKES | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CADILLAC PARK | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| HANSON BAR | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LITTLE NORTH FORK | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SUNFLOWER FLAT | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MILL CREEK | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| JEEP TRAIL | 2.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FRENCH | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MOAK | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| ROCK CREEK HIGH LAKES | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BUENA VISTA TRAIL ISHI | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WESTSIDE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GRASSY LAKE HIGH LAKES | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DOME | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RANCHERIA TRAIL ISHI | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| INDIAN SPRINGS | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TURNER MOUNTAIN | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LASSEN TRAIL ISHI | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| TOOL BAG | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SPENCER MEADOW | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LITTLE NORTH FORK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BOAT GUNWALE TIE ISHI | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ROCK ISLAND RIDGE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| WESTSIDE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MOUNTAIN HOUSE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MURPHY OHV | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEER CREEK ISHI | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| FIRE LINE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| REESE FLAT HIGH LAKES | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CHECK 3 | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BIG SMOKEY | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LITTLE NORTH FORK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FRAZIER CREEK | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BELDEN | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| YELLOW CREEK | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BELDEN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BRANCH CROSS | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEEP HOLE TIE ISHI | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BIG RAVINE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PINE CREEK HIGH LAKES | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| INDIAN RIDGE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CARTER MEADOWS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| TOBIN RIDGE HIGH LAKES | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| INDIAN SPRINGS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| YELLOW RIDGE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| KINGSLEY COVE ISHI | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RED ROCK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DOGWOOD CONNECTOR | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| Unnamed | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SNAG LAKE | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TOBIN RIDGE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COON CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TRUCK RAVINE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FLEA VALLEY | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| POISON SPRING OHV | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LASSEN TRAIL ISHI | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LONG LAKE HIGH LAKES | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| INDIAN RIDGE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TRAIL WEST | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BALL AND CHAIN | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| POISON SPRING OHV | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FANANI SOLDIER | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEAD COW FLAT | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PELIGREEN PLACE EAST | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PALMETTO | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ROCK CREEK HIGH LAKES | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PELIGREEN PLACE EAST | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BARBARA BOXER MEMORIAL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MOAK | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LOTTS MINE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HORSEBACK RIDGE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SKY HIGH | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COLBY MTN | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MAGEE RIDGE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BOULDER RIDGE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BOULDER SPUR C | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SADDLE LAKE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MORRIS LAKE HIGH LAKES | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TOBIN RIDGE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RED FIR EAST | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BOULDER SPUR E | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LOCHERMAN CLASS ROOM | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TRIALS | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CHICO GRC NATURE TRAIL | 0.6 | — | — | — | |
| BOULDER SPUR B | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BUTT MOUNTAIN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEAFY SMITH | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| THREE LAKES | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GRIZZLY FOREBAY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEAFY SMITH | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WAGON WHEEL - I | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| INDIAN RIDGE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FLEA VALLEY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BOULDER SPUR D | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GRIZZLY | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TRIALS NORTH | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ALMANOR CROSS | 0.5 | ASPHALT | — | — | — |
| DEEP HOLE TIE ISHI | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| POWERLINE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PAYNE SPRING CABIN | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BRANCH CROSS SPUR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CEDAR CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SCOTCH | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RED FIR WEST | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEER CREEK ISHI | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BUENA VISTA TRAIL ISHI | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EDNA'S TRAIL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| OXFORD | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| POISON SPRING OHV | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JACKASS CREEK HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FRENCHMAN HILL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BIG BALD ROCK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LITTLE GRIZZLY DISPERSED | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BOAT GUNWALE TIE ISHI | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WAGON WHEEL - I | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| THREE LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FEATHER FALLS UPPER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PCT/THREE LAKES TIE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEER CREEK DISPERSED | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| INDIAN SPRINGS | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MUD LAKE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FRENCHMAN HILL SPUR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GRIZ | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BOULDER SPUR A | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MUD LAKE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MOAK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SOUTH ANTELOPE DISPERSED | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BENNER CREEK DISPERSED | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FRENCHMAN HILL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HUTCHINS CAMPGROUND | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MILL CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RANCHERIA TRAIL ISHI | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SPENCER MEADOW LOOP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CARR POISON | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COLD SPRINGS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| TRUCK RAVINE SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| Unnamed | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FISH CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FEATHER FALLS LOWER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| Unnamed | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MUD LAKE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MILL CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| RIGHT HAND BRANCH MILL CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LOST LAKE WARMING | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| Unnamed | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LONG LAKE HIGH LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WILLOW SPRING DISPERSED | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FRENCH | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PCT/THREE LAKES TIE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| Unnamed | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MUD LAKE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| THREE LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
Historical Trends — Forest Ranch
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,330 | $41,117 |
| 2015 | 831 | $48,255 |
| 2017 | 557 | — |
| 2019 | 772 | — |
| 2021 | 1,820 | $137,216 |
| 2023 | 1,974 | $154,212 |
Museums in Forest Ranch
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICO MUSEUM ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 270 BOEING AVE | 5308921525 | $388,936 |
| FAR WEST HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308921525 | $388,936 | |
| PATRICK RANCH MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 10381 MIDWAY | 5303424359 | $388,936 |
| CHICO CREEK NATURE CENTER | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 5308914671 | $237,842 | |
| GOLD NUGGET MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 502 PEARSON RD | 5308728722 | $126,246 |
| MUSEUM OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ART | ART MUSEUM | PO BOX 4654 | 5308914304 | $117,001 |
| CHICO AIR MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5303456468 | $78,518 | |
| 1078 GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5303431973 | $42,031 | |
| BIDWELL MANSION STATE HISTORIC PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5305382200 | $17,092 | |
| CENTERVILLE-COLMAN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308939667 | ||
| CHEROKEE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5305331849 | ||
| CHICO AIR SHOW | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CHICO HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 371 EAST 5TH STREET | 5303457522 | |
| CHICO TOY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| GARNER RANCH PUMPKIN PATCH | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5303451153 | ||
| GATEWAY SCIENCE MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 625 THE ESPLANADE | 5308984121 | |
| NATIONAL YO-YO MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308931414 | ||
| PARADISE ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 5308777402 | ||
| PARADISE DEPOT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308771919 | ||
| STANSBURY HOME PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5308953848 | ||
| STIRLING CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SUTTER BUTTES SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| YANKEE HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 11666 CONCOW ROAD |
Farmers Markets in Forest Ranch
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman Food & Fitness Festival | 1010 Cleveland Avenue | 01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013 | Fri: 2:00 PM-5:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Chico CFM In Paradise | 6400 Clark Rd. | ||||
| Chico Wednesday Farmers Market | North Valley Plaza, East Ave. & Pillsbury Rd. | ||||
| Downtown Chico Thursday Night Market | Broadway between 2nd & 5th Street | 04/05/2018 to 09/27/2018 | Thu: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Paradise Thur Market | Paradise Community Park - Paradise |
Breweries in Forest Ranch
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Beverage Co | Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Chico, Wholesale Trade-non-durable Goods, Beer and ale, Beer an | 71 Loren Ave | 5303431943 | |
| Eckert Malting & Brewing Co | Brewers | 2280 Ivy St | 5303422320 | Visit |
| Foothill Distributing Co | Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries | 2290 Ivy St | 5308928273 | |
| Glyn Pye Vending Co | brewery, Coffee & Tea Manufacturers, Vending Machine Manufacturers, Wholesale Vending Machines | 945 W 2nd St | 5308947906, 5303428294 | Visit |
| High Water Brewing | Brewers | 20 Independence Cir | 5304409098 | Visit |
| Home Brew Shop | Air Fresheners, shop, Homebrewing, Beverages, Hobbies, Soap, material, Food & Dining, Deordorant, Wi | 1570 Nord Ave | 5303423768 | |
| Odyssey Winery & Vineyards | Vineyards, mfg, manufacturing, Food & Dining, Beverages, wholesale, food, Brewers, Wineries, Wine | 6237 Cohasset Rd | 5308919463 | |
| Sierra Nevada | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 306 Otterson Dr | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. | Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub, Brewery, Liquor Stores | 1075 E 20th St | 5308933520, 5303452739 | Visit |
Cell Towers in Forest Ranch
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Chico Iron Works 1300 Nord Ave. | TOWER | 47 |
| 14147 LAKERIDGE COURT | TOWER | 47 |
Bridges in Forest Ranch
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 25 | 223 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2017 | 127 | 160 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 24 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 23 | 100 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Forest Ranch
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chico, CA | 450 Orange Street | TRAIN |
Airports Near Forest Ranch
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Red Bluff Municipal Airport | RBL | Medium Airport |
| Redding Municipal Airport | RDD | Medium Airport |
| Antelope Valley Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Benton Field | BZF | Small Airport |
| Bowles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brownsville Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Canal View Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chico Regional Airport | CIC | Small Airport |
| Colusa County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corning Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Davis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Deer Creek Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Double Creek Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Double Tree Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dymesich Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying N Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Formanos Dusters Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gansner Field | GNF | Small Airport |
| Gunnersfield Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Haigh Field | — | Small Airport |
| Johnsen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jones Aviation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jones/Ag-Viation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kracker Jack Aviation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake California Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Limberlost Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Martins Dusters Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Michael Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Milhous Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miller Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moller Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nevada County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Old Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Oroville Municipal Airport | OVE | Small Airport |
| Paradise Skypark Airport | PYS | Small Airport |
| Ponderosa Sky Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Porter Flying Services Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ramirez Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ranchaero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Tehama Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richvale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| River Highlands Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rogers Field | — | Small Airport |
| Seth's Freedom Field | — | Small Airport |
| Siller Bros Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Steele Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sutter Butte Dusters Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Williams Ag Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Forest Ranch
6 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Butte County Sheriff's Office Magalia Substation | 14172 Skyway | |
| Butte County Sheriffs Office North County Services Center | 402 Otterson Drive | |
| Campus Security Office | ||
| Chico Police Department | 1460 Humboldt Road | |
| College Police | ||
| Paradise Police Station | 5595 Black Olive Drive |
Grocery Stores in Forest Ranch
1 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Zavattero's Grocery Co | Grocery Store | 15509 Nopel Ave |
Treatment Centers in Forest Ranch
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Enloe Medical Center/Cohasset - Inpatient Behavioral Health | Both | 530-332-5250 |
| Northern Valley Catholic Social Servs - Butte County | Mental Health | 530-345-1600 |
| Northern Valley Indian Health Inc | Substance Abuse | 530-896-9400 |
| Skyway House Residential | Substance Abuse | 530-898-9424 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Forest Ranch
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| GRAND COUNCIL CATHOLIC LADIES RELIEF SOCIETY OF THE DIOCESE SAC | PO BOX 429 |
| MOUNTAIN JOY BIBLE FELLOWSHIP | PO BOX 547 |
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What is the population of Forest Ranch?
Forest Ranch has a population of 1,974 residents and is located in California. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.8% female and 53.2% male.
Is Forest Ranch expensive to live in?
Forest Ranch is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $154,212, 105% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $491,300 (74% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Forest Ranch safe?
Forest Ranch is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 198 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,962 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Forest Ranch receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Forest Ranch?
Forest Ranch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.
How is the job market in Forest Ranch?
The unemployment rate in Forest Ranch is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,106. There are 9,029 business establishments in the area, including 457 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 1.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Forest Ranch?
The median home value in Forest Ranch is $491,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,905. The homeownership rate is 99.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,175.
How are the schools in Forest Ranch?
Schools in Forest Ranch have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 32.9% of adults in Forest Ranch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Forest Ranch?
The obesity rate in Forest Ranch is 26.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.2% of adults are smokers. 17.8% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,707.
What is transportation like in Forest Ranch?
The average commute in Forest Ranch is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Forest Ranch?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Forest Ranch is 88.2% White, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.2% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are military veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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