Big River, California
Quick Statistics
Big River is a community in San Bernardino County, California, home to about 1,140 people spread across 10.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,875 a year, and a typical home is worth about $126,200. About 19.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 14 percent over the past decade.
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Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, Big River ranks number 1,027 of 1,570 in population, number 1,314 in median household income, number 1,358 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Big River typically top out near 92°F in July, while January nights average about 40°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Bluewater, AZ | 6.1 mi. | 897 |
| 2. | Bluewater, CA | 6.1 mi. | 177 |
| 3. | Cienega Springs, AZ | 9.5 mi. | 1,958 |
| 4. | Poston, AZ | 10.5 mi. | 105 |
| 5. | Parker, AZ | 10.6 mi. | 3,388 |
| 6. | Parker Strip, AZ | 16.1 mi. | 861 |
| 7. | Lake Havasu City, AZ | 25.0 mi. | 58,359 |
| 8. | Bouse, AZ | 26.8 mi. | 1,203 |
What is the population of Big River, California?
Big River has a population of about 1,140 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Big River, California in?
Big River is located in San Bernardino County, California.
What is the median home value in Big River, California?
The median home value in Big River is about $126,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Big River, California?
The median personal income in Big River is about $26,875 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Big River, California?
Since 1950, 32 tornadoes have been recorded in San Bernardino County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Big River, California?
Typical July highs run about 92 degrees and January lows about 40 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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