Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 17.9% ▲ 79% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 49% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,511 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 28,442 (22.5%) |
| Some College | 16,435 (13%) |
| Associates | 23,184 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 14,681 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 41,025 (32.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,856 ▼ 8% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $412,029 ▲ 48% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,331/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 91,090 |
| Vacant Units | 8,850 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Butte County is located in California and encompasses 24 ZIP codes spanning 17 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 209,030 residents. With a median age of 36.88, it is a relatively young county.
Butte County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,855 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Butte County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $412,029 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,331.
The residents of Butte County are majority White (66.58%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Butte County, CA is a solidly middle-class area in California. The 24 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95914 | Bangor | 459 | $84,688 | $424,200 | $1,400 | 15.0% | 41.1% |
| 95916 | Berry Creek | 765 | $42,963 | $257,000 | $989 | 24.1% | 19.6% |
| 95917 | Biggs | 3,561 | $80,698 | $380,700 | $1,159 | 12.9% | 26.5% |
| 95926 | Chico | 42,143 | $62,334 | $462,900 | $1,418 | 5.5% | 56.8% |
| 95928 | Chico | 37,533 | $65,350 | $476,600 | $1,419 | 7.7% | 53.7% |
| 95973 | Chico | 37,977 | $92,228 | $484,600 | $1,546 | 5.6% | 51.7% |
| 95938 | Durham | 4,327 | $103,229 | $532,000 | $1,228 | 7.2% | 51.7% |
| 95941 | Forbestown | 342 | $69,464 | $195,800 | — | 29.6% | 18.4% |
| 95942 | Forest Ranch | 2,190 | $153,270 | $508,300 | — | 6.5% | 46.4% |
| 95948 | Gridley | 11,118 | $60,759 | $343,500 | $1,162 | 9.2% | 35.6% |
| 95954 | Magalia | 8,488 | $61,808 | $268,200 | $1,293 | 9.2% | 33.0% |
| 95965 | Oroville | 20,854 | $53,367 | $295,500 | $1,112 | 6.9% | 28.0% |
| 95966 | Oroville | 29,335 | $63,948 | $309,300 | $1,124 | 9.3% | 28.8% |
| 95968 | Palermo | 1,346 | $37,531 | $122,400 | $1,132 | 8.6% | 3.9% |
| 95969 | Paradise | 7,804 | $72,250 | $419,900 | $1,244 | 4.1% | 45.8% |
| 95978 | Stirling City | 283 | $56,250 | — | — | 81.5% | 8.1% |