About the Chico Metro Market

In 2005, Chico boasted more than $1.7 billion dollars in retail sales and generated nearly $9.5 million dollars in sales tax revenue.

As a leading exporter in rice, almonds and other farm commodities, the Chico area agriculture industry is a global leader in farm production, helping to feed the world and bringing substantial revenue into the local economy. California State University, Chico, is one of the most affluent student populations in the entire C.S.U. system and is also a major economic driver.

The population growth rate continues to rise by about 7% annually and the future looks bright for retail expansion!

Downloads

2008 Chico Market Opportunities Report
2007-2008 Chico Economic Profile
City of Chico Financial Report

For more information about the market and available retail properties listed on this web site, contact Mike Donnelly at 530-828-0011 or e-mail mike@californianorthern.com