Urban-Rural Index Ranking — Chico
Updated June 22, 2026
See how neighborhoods in Chico compare on urban-rural index. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary. How urban-rural index is measured →
Top Urban-Rural Index Neighborhoods — Ranked
Residential pockets feature a blend of dense urban grids and agricultural orchard plots. This area feels slightly less rural than the rest of Chico due to the presence of apartment complexes and commercial structures.
Open land and scattered homes are common here, though the area contains denser suburban pockets and institutional complexes that are slightly less urbanized than the Chico average.
A blend of suburban housing, commercial warehouses, and light industry defines this area. According to iHuus data, the landscape is slightly less open than the typical Chico setting, featuring more developed pockets and paved surfaces.
Full Chico Urban-Rural Index Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Campus | 6.7 | #1 | -0.3 ↓ |
| Mansion park | 6.5 | #2 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Chapmantown | 6.5 | #3 | -0.5 ↓ |
| No sidewalk riding district | 6.5 | #4 | -0.5 ↓ |
| The Avenues | 6.5 | #5 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Downtown | 5.6 | #6 | -1.4 ↓ |
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