Rental GuideChico, CA

Chico rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,595

Year Over Year Change

$17

Rentals available, last 30 days

334

Rent ranges for Chico apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

10%

$1,501 - $2,250

40%

$751 - $1,500

41%

$0 - $750

10%

40%

41%

How has rent in Chico, CA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Chico, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,595, which is a 0.99% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Chico, CA is about $1,200. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Chico, CA is $1,495, and studios are about $962 per month.

See more Chico, CA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Chico, CA?

schools

12,088

students

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Who lives in Chico, CA?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

24%

20-34

32%

35-44

11%

45-64

19%

65+

12%

Language

English

82%

Spanish

11%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

44%

Bachelor's

34%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Chico, CA?

Families

34% Families

66% Single

Property

55% Renters

45% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

25%

25-50k

20%

50-75k

15%

75-100k

11%

100-150k

14%

150k+

13%

How do residents get around Chico, CA?

Chico locals spend about 17 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Chico is through Sacramento International Airport, 72.80 miles away.

Walking

6/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

6/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

8/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Chico are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Chico, CA

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Chico, 56% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Chico

Parks & recreation

78%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

67%Satisfaction rating

Public transportation

56%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Affordable housing

Cost of living

Nightlife

Quality schools