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Hickman, CA

California · Merced County · Metropolitan Area

Hickman is a small town in California with a population of 749. Residents earn $88,906 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
749 Population 2,140/sq mi density
$88,906 Median Income $34,715 per capita
$523,600 Home Value $591,612 Zillow
$1,438 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$88,906 median income, 14.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$523,600 home value, $1,438/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,906
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $523,600
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population749
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density2,140/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,906
Per Capita$34,715
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute32 min

Housing

B
Home Value$523,600
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$591,612
Housing Units258
Rent Burden19.3%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking12.1%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation170 ft (52 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute32 min
Broadband92.7%
Libraries13

Is Hickman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hickman receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Hickman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hickman is $88,906, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hickman is $523,600, making it a premium housing market at 86% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hickman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hickman has a population of 749 with a density of 2,140 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.6%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 1.3% Asian.

Population

749
Total Population
2,140
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hickman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.5%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.5%
75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hickman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hickman is $88,906, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hickman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,906
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,715
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hickman is $523,600, 86% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $591,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$523,600
86% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$591,612

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$267
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

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-Occupied79.1%
Housing Units258
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Hickman, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,387
Dentists1:2,148
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
Hickman has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation170 ft (52 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,140/sq mi
Coordinates37.6193°N, 120.7512°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyMerced County County
County FIPS06047
Hickman is located in Merced County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 92.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,140/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyMerced County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.7%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home14.7%

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