Chico, TX

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Chico Overview

1,224
TOTAL POPULATION
598
MALE POPULATION
626
FEMALE POPULATION
95.53
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.68
FEMALES / 100 MALES
29.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,677
PER CAPITA INCOME
$70,179
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$65,845
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
547
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chico Zip Codes

Chico Area Codes

Race in Chico

The most populous races in Chico are White / Caucasian (1,114 | 91.0%), Hispanic or Latino (191 | 15.6%), and Some other Race (56 | 4.6%).
Race in Chico
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino19115.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,11491.0%
Two or more Races544.4%
Some other Race564.6%
Total1,224100.0%

Ancestry in Chico

The most populous ancestries reported in Chico are Mexican (177 | 14.5%), English (123 | 10.1%), American (82 | 6.7%), European (30 | 2.5%), and Irish (25 | 2.0%), together accounting for 35.7% of all Chico residents.
Ancestry in Chico
Ancestry# Population% Population
American826.7%
Blackfeet10.1%
Central American131.1%
Creek80.6%
Crow10.1%
Czechoslovakian60.5%
Dutch West Indian70.6%
English12310.1%
European302.5%
French100.8%
German80.6%
Guatemalan131.1%
Irish252.0%
Mexican17714.5%
Norwegian30.3%
Scotch-Irish20.2%
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Immigrants in Chico

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chico came from Latin America (51 | 4.2%), Central America (48 | 3.9%), Mexico (48 | 3.9%), Peru (3 | 0.3%), and South America (3 | 0.3%), together accounting for 12.5% of all Chico residents.
Immigrants in Chico
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America483.9%
Latin America514.2%
Mexico483.9%
Peru30.3%
South America30.3%
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Sex and Age in Chico

Sex and Age in Chico

The most populous age groups in Chico are 25 to 29 Years (102 | 17.1%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (66 | 10.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chico
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years52 (8.7%)63 (10.1%)
5 to 9 Years86 (14.4%)36 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years26 (4.3%)57 (9.1%)
15 to 19 Years27 (4.5%)15 (2.4%)
20 to 24 Years53 (8.9%)33 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years102 (17.1%)66 (10.5%)
30 to 34 Years25 (4.2%)51 (8.2%)
35 to 39 Years41 (6.9%)45 (7.2%)
40 to 44 Years44 (7.4%)6 (1.0%)
45 to 49 Years9 (1.5%)22 (3.5%)
50 to 54 Years33 (5.5%)57 (9.1%)
55 to 59 Years10 (1.7%)38 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years36 (6.0%)52 (8.3%)
65 to 69 Years15 (2.5%)26 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years25 (4.2%)39 (6.2%)
75 to 79 Years5 (0.8%)12 (1.9%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)6 (1.0%)
85 Years and over9 (1.5%)2 (0.3%)
Total598 (100.0%)626 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chico

Median Family Size in Chico

The median family size in Chico is 3.85 persons per family, with single female/mother families (75 | 25.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.67 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (14 | 4.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.64 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chico
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple204 (69.6%)3.64
Single Male/Father14 (4.8%)2.64
Single Female/Mother75 (25.6%)4.67
Total Families293 (100.0%)3.85

Median Household Size in Chico

The median household size in Chico is 3.34 persons per household, with single female/mother households (75 | 20.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.71 persons per household. non-family households (74 | 20.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chico
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple204 (55.6%)3.64
Single Male/Father14 (3.8%)2.64
Single Female/Mother75 (20.4%)4.71
Non-family74 (20.2%)1.24
Total Households367 (100.0%)3.34

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chico

Out of a total of 367 households in Chico, 293 (79.8%) are family households, while 74 (20.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 79, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 58.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chico
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-58 (15.8%)
2-Person Households76 (20.7%)16 (4.4%)
3-Person Households79 (21.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households73 (19.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households33 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households30 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total293 (79.8%)74 (20.2%)

Female Fertility in Chico

Fertility by Age in Chico

Average fertility rate in Chico is 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 50.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Chico
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years5 (50.0%)33.0
35 to 50 years5 (50.0%)44.0
Total10 (100.0%)36.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chico

80.0% of women with births (10) in Chico are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 40.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chico
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
35 to 50 years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)

Fertility by Education in Chico

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chico
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School2 (20.0%)65.0
High School Diploma3 (30.0%)24.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree5 (50.0%)192.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)36.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chico

20.0% of women with births in Chico are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chico
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
High School Diploma3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)

Income in Chico

Income Overview in Chico

Per Capita Income in Chico is $22,677, while median incomes of families and households are $70,179 and $65,845 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,224$22,677
Median Family Income293$70,179
Mean Family Income293$85,880
Median Household Income367$65,845
Mean Household Income367$76,059
Income Deficit293$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,22436.85%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,22463.15¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,2240.40

Earnings by Sex in Chico

Average Earnings in Chico are $32,500, $40,536 for men and $25,598 for women, a difference of 36.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Chico
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male270 (51.3%)$40,536
Female256 (48.7%)$25,598
Total526 (100.0%)$32,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chico

The most common earnings brackets in Chico are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (39 | 14.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (46 | 18.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chico
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less14 (5.2%)4 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99913 (4.8%)7 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4998 (3.0%)9 (3.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)22 (8.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49922 (8.2%)11 (4.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9994 (1.5%)19 (7.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4997 (2.6%)10 (3.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)19 (7.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (2.2%)3 (1.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9992 (0.7%)13 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (3.7%)46 (18.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99914 (5.2%)4 (1.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99932 (11.8%)25 (9.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99920 (7.4%)12 (4.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (1.1%)5 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99911 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99939 (14.4%)18 (7.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99918 (6.7%)27 (10.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+17 (6.3%)2 (0.8%)
Total270 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chico

Average earnings in Chico are $50,972 for men and $26,386 for women, a difference of 48.2%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,179, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $40,375. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,063, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $22,639.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chico
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$55,179$31,875
High School Diploma$53,750$26,090
College or Associate's Degree$40,375$22,639
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$50,972$26,386

Family Income in Chico

Family Income Brackets in Chico

According to the Chico family income data, there are 83 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Chico
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000124.1%
$10,000 to $14,99910.3%
$15,000 to $24,999186.1%
$25,000 to $34,999258.5%
$35,000 to $49,9993010.2%
$50,000 to $74,9998328.3%
$75,000 to $99,9993712.6%
$100,000 to $149,9996923.5%
$150,000 to $199,99972.4%
$200,000+113.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chico

5-person families (33 | 11.3%) account for the highest median family income in Chico with $87,361 per family, while 2-person families (79 | 27.0%) have the highest median income of $36,875 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chico
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families79 (27.0%)$73,750
3-Person Families76 (25.9%)$0
4-Person Families73 (24.9%)$66,250
5-Person Families33 (11.3%)$87,361
6-Person Families2 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families30 (10.2%)$0
Total293 (100.0%)$70,179

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chico

The median family income in Chico is $70,179, with families comprising 2 earners (90) having the highest median family income of $106,250, while families with no earners (36) have the lowest median family income of $55,000, accounting for 30.7% and 12.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Chico
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners36 (12.3%)$55,000
1 Earner126 (43.0%)$65,268
2 Earners90 (30.7%)$106,250
3+ Earners41 (14.0%)$86,528
Total293 (100.0%)$70,179

Household Income in Chico

Household Income Brackets in Chico

With 101 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Chico, accounting for 27.5% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Chico
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000184.9%
$10,000 to $14,99930.8%
$15,000 to $24,999297.9%
$25,000 to $34,9993910.6%
$35,000 to $49,9995314.4%
$50,000 to $74,99910127.5%
$75,000 to $99,9993710.1%
$100,000 to $149,9996918.8%
$150,000 to $199,99971.9%
$200,000+113.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chico

The median household income in Chico is $65,845, with the highest median household income of $71,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 133 households (36.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,750, with 6 households (1.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chico
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (1.6%)$48,750
25 to 44 Years138 (37.6%)$59,500
45 to 64 Years133 (36.2%)$71,250
65+ Years90 (24.5%)$66,161
Total367 (100.0%)$65,845

Poverty in Chico

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chico

With 13.9% poverty level for males and 15.2% for females among the residents of Chico, 16 and 17 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (40.0%) and 25 females (67.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chico
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9 (17.3%)10 (15.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (25.7%)8 (14.0%)
12 to 14 Years2 (22.2%)2 (6.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years16 (26.7%)25 (67.6%)
25 to 34 Years16 (12.6%)16 (13.7%)
35 to 44 Years5 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (14.3%)5 (6.3%)
55 to 64 Years12 (26.1%)13 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years2 (5.0%)10 (15.4%)
75 Years and over2 (14.3%)6 (30.0%)
Total83 (13.9%)95 (15.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chico

According to the poverty statistics in Chico, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chico
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (82.7%)53 (84.1%)
5 Years68 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years26 (74.3%)49 (86.0%)
12 to 14 Years7 (77.8%)27 (93.1%)
15 Years10 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (60.0%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years44 (73.3%)12 (32.4%)
25 to 34 Years111 (87.4%)101 (86.3%)
35 to 44 Years80 (94.1%)51 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years36 (85.7%)74 (93.7%)
55 to 64 Years34 (73.9%)77 (85.6%)
65 to 74 Years38 (95.0%)55 (84.6%)
75 Years and over12 (85.7%)14 (70.0%)
Total515 (86.1%)531 (84.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chico

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chico show that 4.4% or 9 of the total 204 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chico
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children83 (96.5%)3 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children90 (95.7%)4 (4.3%)
3 or 4 Children22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total195 (95.6%)9 (4.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chico

According to the poverty data in Chico, 14.3% or 2 single-father households and 34.7% or 26 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (50.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (50.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chico
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children2 (50.0%)12 (50.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (43.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)7 (20.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (14.3%)26 (34.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chico

The poverty data for Chico shows that 9 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 28 of the single-parent households (31.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (50.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chico
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children3 (3.5%)14 (50.0%)
1 or 2 Children4 (4.3%)7 (26.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)7 (20.0%)
5 or more Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (4.4%)28 (31.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Chico

Employment by Class of Employer in Chico

Among the 476 employed individuals in Chico, private company employees (367 | 77.1%), local government employees (59 | 12.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (23 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chico
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees36777.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)122.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)51.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations234.8%
Local Government Employees5912.4%
State Government Employees102.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total476100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chico

According to the labor force statistics for Chico, out of the total population over 16 years of age (891), 61.4% or 547 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.6% or 69 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 87.6% or 106 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.6% or 36 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chico
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years9 (31.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years67 (77.9%)13 (19.4%)
25 to 29 Years104 (61.9%)36 (34.6%)
30 to 34 Years35 (46.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years106 (77.9%)6 (5.7%)
45 to 54 Years106 (87.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years34 (70.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years71 (80.7%)14 (19.7%)
65 to 74 Years15 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total547 (61.4%)69 (12.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chico

According to labor force statistics for Chico, 71.6% of individuals (456) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (637) are in the labor force, with 12.3% or 56 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 100.0% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 39.6% or 38 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chico
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School96 (84.2%)45 (39.6%)
High School Diploma168 (70.0%)20 (8.3%)
College / Associate Degree139 (60.4%)7 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (71.6%)78 (12.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chico

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chico are Management (62 | 13.0%), Business & Financial (25 | 5.2%), Community & Social Service (22 | 4.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (19 | 4.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (13 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chico

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chico, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (59.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chico
OccupationMaleFemale
Management37 (59.7%)25 (40.3%)
Business & Financial10 (40.0%)15 (60.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (38.5%)8 (61.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)55 (42.0%)76 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)235 (49.2%)243 (50.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chico are Food Preparation & Serving (35 | 7.3%), Security & Protection (23 | 4.8%), Personal Care & Service (18 | 3.8%), Law Enforcement (16 | 3.4%), and Healthcare Support (11 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Chico

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chico, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (69.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (68.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chico
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Security & Protection16 (69.6%)7 (30.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving24 (68.6%)11 (31.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total (Category)40 (44.9%)49 (55.1%)
Total (Overall)235 (49.2%)243 (50.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chico are Office & Administration (60 | 12.6%), and Sales & Related (54 | 11.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chico

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chico
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related10 (18.5%)44 (81.5%)
Office & Administration18 (30.0%)42 (70.0%)
Total (Category)28 (24.6%)86 (75.4%)
Total (Overall)235 (49.2%)243 (50.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chico are Construction & Extraction (32 | 6.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 3.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chico

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chico
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)235 (49.2%)243 (50.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chico are Transportation (44 | 9.2%), Material Moving (42 | 8.8%), and Production (10 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chico

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chico
OccupationMaleFemale
Production10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation33 (75.0%)11 (25.0%)
Material Moving21 (50.0%)21 (50.0%)
Total (Category)64 (66.7%)32 (33.3%)
Total (Overall)235 (49.2%)243 (50.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chico

Employment Industries in Chico

The major employment industries in Chico include Retail Trade (97 | 20.3%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (86 | 18.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (51 | 10.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (49 | 10.2%), and Public Administration (48 | 10.0%).
Employment Industries in Chico

Employment Industries by Sex in Chico

The Chico industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (88.9%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (87.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chico
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction75 (87.2%)11 (12.8%)
Construction13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
Manufacturing13 (86.7%)2 (13.3%)
Wholesale Trade7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade10 (10.3%)87 (89.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing39 (76.5%)12 (23.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services5 (19.2%)21 (80.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services24 (88.9%)3 (11.1%)
Public Administration30 (62.5%)18 (37.5%)
Total235 (49.2%)243 (50.8%)

Education in Chico

School Enrollment in Chico

The most common levels of schooling among the 276 students in Chico are elementary school (79 | 28.6%), nursery / preschool (68 | 24.6%), and high school (55 | 19.9%).
School Enrollment in Chico
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6824.6%
Kindergarten155.4%
Elementary School7928.6%
Middle School3914.1%
High School5519.9%
College / Undergraduate176.2%
Graduate / Professional31.1%
Total276100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chico

Out of a total of 276 students who are enrolled in schools in Chico, 20 (7.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 256 (92.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (50.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 31 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chico
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old116 (95.1%)6 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds77 (92.8%)6 (7.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
Total256 (92.8%)20 (7.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chico

Bio, nature & agricultural (14 | 19.7%), literature & languages (14 | 19.7%), education (11 | 15.5%), science & technology (10 | 14.1%), and business (7 | 9.9%) are the most common fields of study among 71 individuals in Chico who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chico
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1419.7%
Physical & Health Sciences68.5%
Psychology68.5%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1014.1%
Business79.9%
Education1115.5%
Literature & Languages1419.7%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities34.2%
Total71100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chico

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chico

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chico are males with 3 vehicles (96, accounting for 40.8%) and females with 3 vehicles (64, making up 39.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chico
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (2.1%)2 (0.8%)
1 Vehicle14 (6.0%)74 (30.7%)
2 Vehicles94 (40.0%)58 (24.1%)
3 Vehicles96 (40.8%)64 (26.6%)
4 Vehicles26 (11.1%)10 (4.2%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)33 (13.7%)
Total235 (100.0%)241 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chico

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chico are 10 to 14 minutes (151 commuters, 35.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (51 commuters, 12.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (50 commuters, 11.7%).
Commute Time in Chico
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes266.1%
5 to 9 Minutes307.0%
10 to 14 Minutes15135.4%
15 to 19 Minutes5112.0%
20 to 24 Minutes5011.7%
25 to 29 Minutes235.4%
30 to 34 Minutes337.7%
35 to 39 Minutes30.7%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes358.2%
60 to 89 Minutes122.8%
90 or more Minutes122.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Chico

The most common commute times in Chico are 10 to 14 minutes (53 commuters, 23.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (98 commuters, 49.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chico
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes5 (2.2%)21 (10.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes27 (11.8%)3 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes53 (23.1%)98 (49.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes28 (12.2%)23 (11.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes35 (15.3%)15 (7.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes11 (4.8%)12 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes22 (9.6%)11 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes32 (14.0%)3 (1.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes4 (1.8%)8 (4.1%)
90 or more Minutes12 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chico

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chico are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (58, 25.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (34, 17.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chico
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM24 (10.5%)4 (2.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM8 (3.5%)33 (16.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM13 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM44 (19.2%)3 (1.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM14 (6.1%)23 (11.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM58 (25.3%)26 (13.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM47 (20.5%)34 (17.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (1.3%)13 (6.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)31 (15.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (3.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM11 (4.8%)4 (2.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (3.1%)19 (9.6%)
Total229 (100.0%)197 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chico

Occupancy by Ownership in Chico

Of the total 367 dwellings in Chico, owner-occupied units account for 242 (65.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 125 (34.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chico
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units24265.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12534.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units367100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chico

Occupancy by Household Size in Chico
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5815.8%
2-Person Household9225.1%
3-Person Household7921.5%
4+ Person Household13837.6%
Total Housing Units367100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chico

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chico
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household25 (43.1%)33 (56.9%)
2-Person Household58 (63.0%)34 (37.0%)
3-Person Household40 (50.6%)39 (49.4%)
4+ Person Household119 (86.2%)19 (13.8%)
Total Housing Units242 (65.9%)125 (34.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chico

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chico
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School20 (39.2%)31 (60.8%)
High School Diploma86 (65.1%)46 (34.8%)
College/Associate Degree100 (70.4%)42 (29.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher36 (85.7%)6 (14.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chico

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chico
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7821.2%
35 to 44 Years6618.0%
45 to 54 Years4712.8%
55 to 64 Years8623.4%
65 to 74 Years7219.6%
75 to 84 Years164.4%
85 Years and Over20.5%
Total367100.0%

Housing Finances in Chico

Median Income by Occupancy in Chico

Median Income by Occupancy in Chico
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied242 (65.9%)$72,917
Renter-Occupied125 (34.1%)$39,659
Average367 (100.0%)$65,845

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chico

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chico
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (2.1%)8 (6.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (1.2%)2 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $14,9992 (0.8%)1 (0.8%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (2.1%)3 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99915 (6.2%)6 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9996 (2.5%)33 (26.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (10.3%)28 (22.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99970 (28.9%)31 (24.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99937 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99956 (23.1%)13 (10.4%)
$150,000 or more18 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total242 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chico

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chico
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3005 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49941 (16.9%)3 (2.4%)
$500 to $79970 (28.9%)3 (2.4%)
$800 to $99912 (5.0%)42 (33.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49978 (32.2%)30 (24.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99924 (9.9%)24 (19.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49912 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total242 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chico

Housing Structures in Chico

Housing Structures in Chico
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached27875.7%
Single Unit, Attached20.5%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments41.1%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other8322.6%
Total367100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chico

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chico
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached207 (74.5%)71 (25.5%)
Single Unit, Attached2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other33 (39.8%)50 (60.2%)
Total242 (65.9%)125 (34.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chico

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chico
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)16 (12.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms121 (50.0%)70 (56.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms91 (37.6%)27 (21.6%)
8 or more Rooms27 (11.2%)12 (9.6%)
Total242 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chico

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chico
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas46 (19.0%)8 (6.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2 (0.8%)15 (12.0%)
Electricity194 (80.2%)102 (81.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total242 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chico

Household Vehicle Usage in Chico
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle7 (2.9%)4 (3.2%)
1 Vehicle42 (17.4%)58 (46.4%)
2 Vehicles96 (39.7%)43 (34.4%)
3 or more Vehicles97 (40.1%)20 (16.0%)
Total242 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chico

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chico

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units116126
Median Property Value$108,000$175,000
Median Household Income$65,929$16
Monthly Housing Costs$523$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,699$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chico

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chico
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00014 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99935 (30.2%)9 (7.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99952 (44.8%)88 (69.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9999 (7.8%)29 (23.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more6 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total116 (100.0%)126 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chico

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chico
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0006 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9997 (6.0%)2 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9993 (2.6%)15 (11.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (12.9%)3 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99967 (57.8%)10 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (4.3%)3 (2.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (9.5%)32 (25.4%)
$150,000 or more2 (1.7%)45 (35.7%)
Total116 (100.0%)126 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chico

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chico
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x72 (62.1%)99,286 (78,798.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x3 (2.6%)64 (50.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x9 (7.8%)27 (21.4%)
4.0x or more29 (25.0%)12 (9.5%)
Total116 (100.0%)126 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chico

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chico
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80015 (12.9%)2 (1.6%)
$800 to $1,49922 (19.0%)3 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,49976 (65.5%)12 (9.5%)
Total116 (100.0%)126 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chico

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chico

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chico
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years172 (90.5%)18 (9.5%)
6 to 18 Years138 (81.2%)32 (18.8%)
19 to 25 Years59 (41.5%)83 (58.5%)
26 to 34 Years85 (44.7%)105 (55.3%)
35 to 44 Years88 (64.7%)48 (35.3%)
45 to 54 Years99 (81.8%)22 (18.2%)
55 to 64 Years105 (77.2%)31 (22.8%)
65 to 74 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total885 (72.3%)339 (27.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chico

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chico
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born172 (90.5%)18 (9.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen138 (81.2%)32 (18.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen59 (41.5%)83 (58.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chico

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chico
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00072 (53.3%)63 (46.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999166 (81.4%)38 (18.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999261 (57.7%)191 (42.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999135 (78.9%)36 (21.0%)
$100,000 and over251 (95.8%)11 (4.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chico

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chico
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 680 (42.1%)92 (48.4%)
6 to 18 Years109 (64.1%)29 (17.1%)
19 to 25 Years2 (1.4%)57 (40.1%)
25 to 34 Years20 (10.5%)69 (36.3%)
35 to 44 Years16 (11.8%)85 (62.5%)
45 to 54 Years7 (5.8%)92 (76.0%)
55 to 64 Years8 (5.9%)97 (71.3%)
65 to 74 Years105 (100.0%)58 (55.2%)
75 Years and over34 (100.0%)23 (67.6%)
Total381 (31.1%)602 (49.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chico

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chico
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (9.1%)14 (13.5%)
18 to 34 Years48 (25.7%)11 (7.1%)
35 to 64 Years61 (35.3%)69 (31.4%)
65 to 74 Years7 (17.5%)57 (87.7%)
75 Years and over13 (92.9%)14 (70.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chico

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chico: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years44 (25.4%)6 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years2 (5.0%)28 (43.1%)
75 Years and over13 (92.9%)5 (25.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chico: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (6.1%)11 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years3 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (8.1%)19 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years3 (7.5%)28 (43.1%)
75 Years and over4 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chico: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6 (4.5%)3 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years20 (10.7%)6 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years14 (8.1%)34 (15.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)43 (66.1%)
75 Years and over4 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chico: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years25 (14.4%)38 (17.3%)
65 to 74 Years2 (5.0%)57 (87.7%)
75 Years and over10 (71.4%)7 (35.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chico: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (13.9%)
75 Years and over4 (28.6%)2 (10.0%)

Technology Access in Chico

Computing Device Access in Chico

Computing Device Access in Chico
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop24265.9%
Smartphone33190.2%
Tablet22862.1%
No Computing Device174.6%
Total367100.0%

Internet Access in Chico

Internet Access in Chico
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home17447.4%
Cellular Data Only11030.0%
Satellite Internet328.7%
No Internet6818.5%
Total367100.0%

Chico Summary

Chico, Texas is a small town located in Wise County, Texas, United States. It is situated about 25 miles northwest of Fort Worth and is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. The population of Chico was 1,093 at the 2010 census.

History

Chico was founded in 1881 by a group of settlers from Missouri. The town was named after Chico Creek, which was named after a Native American chief. The town was incorporated in 1884 and the first post office was established in 1885.
The town grew slowly but steadily over the years, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving agricultural center. Cotton, corn, and wheat were the main crops grown in the area. The town also had a number of businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a general store, and a blacksmith shop.
In the 1920s, the town began to experience a decline in population as people moved away to larger cities. However, the town was able to remain afloat due to its strong agricultural base.

Geography

Chico is located at 33°25'25" North, 97°41'45" West (33.423, -97.696). The town is situated in the rolling hills of Wise County, about 25 miles northwest of Fort Worth. The town is located on the banks of Chico Creek, which is a tributary of the Trinity River.
The climate in Chico is characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). The average annual precipitation is 36 inches (91 cm).

Economy

The economy of Chico is largely based on agriculture. Cotton, corn, and wheat are the main crops grown in the area. The town also has a number of businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a general store, and a blacksmith shop.
The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Chico was 1,093. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in Chico was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $41,250. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 11.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chico?
Total Population of Chico is 1,224.
What is the Total Male Population of Chico?
Total Male Population of Chico is 598.
What is the Total Female Population of Chico?
Total Female Population of Chico is 626.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chico?
There are 95.53 Males per 100 Females in Chico.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chico?
There are 104.68 Females per 100 Males in Chico.
What is the Median Population Age in Chico?
Median Population Age in Chico is 29.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chico
Average Family Size in Chico is 3.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chico
Average Household Size in Chico is 3.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chico?
Per Capita income in Chico is $22,677.
What is the Median Family Income in Chico?
Median Family Income in Chico is $70,179.
What is the Median Household income in Chico?
Median Household Income in Chico is $65,845.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chico?
Income or Wage Gap in Chico is 36.9%.
Women in Chico earn 63.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chico?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chico is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chico?
There are 547 People in the Labor Forcein in Chico.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chico?
61.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Chico.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chico?
Unemployment Rate in Chico is 12.6%.