Benicia, CA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Benicia, California Summary
Life in Benicia research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Benicia over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Benicia:
The population in Benicia is 27,191.
The median home value in Benicia is $627,000.
The median income in Benicia is $118,433.
The cost of living in Benicia is 158 which is 1.6x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Benicia is $2,079.
The unemployment rate in Benicia is 4.1%.
The poverty rate in Benicia is 5.1%.
Table Of Contents
Benicia SnackAbility
9.5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8.5/10
Housing
9.5
Affordability
4
Diversity
9
Safety
8
Amenities
9
Education
9
Commute
3
Benicia, CA Crime Report
476
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
1,789.5
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-23.00%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Benicia / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 476 | 1,789.5 | 2,581.0 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 43 | 161.7 | 442.0 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 2 | 7.5 | 5.6 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 13 | 48.9 | 113.6 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 20 | 75.2 | 288.7 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 433 | 1,627.9 | 2,138.9 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 67 | 251.9 | 369.7 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 303 | 1,139.1 | 1,341.7 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 63 | 236.9 | 427.6 | 282.7 |
Benicia, CA Cost Of Living
158
Benicia's Overall Cost Of Living
Benicia's Overall Cost Of Living
1.6x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Benicia | California | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 158 | 139 | 100 | |
| Services | 120 | 110 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 132 | 112 | 100 | |
| Health | 124 | 109 | 100 | |
| Housing | 224 | 204 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 145 | 126 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 136 | 124 | 100 | |
Benicia, CA Photos
Source: Public Domain
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Rankings for Benicia in California
Map Of Benicia, CA
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Population over time in Benicia
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 28,158 | 0.2% |
| 2020 | 28,088 | 0.3% |
| 2019 | 28,011 | 0.8% |
| 2018 | 27,780 | 0.4% |
| 2017 | 27,657 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 27,450 | 0.8% |
| 2015 | 27,225 | 0.5% |
| 2014 | 27,088 | 0.4% |
| 2013 | 26,981 | 0.1% |
| 2012 | 26,959 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Benicia
| Race | Benicia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 61.4% | 35.8% | 59.4% |
| African American | 3.6% | 5.4% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 11.4% | 14.7% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 8.6% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 13.9% | 39.5% | 18.4% |
Gender in Benicia
| Gender | Benicia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.0% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50.0% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Benicia for adults over 25
| Education | Benicia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 8.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 18.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 21.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Benicia, California
| Income | Benicia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.3% | 4.6% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.5% | 3.6% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.2% | 6.2% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.0% | 6.7% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.8% | 9.4% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10.5% | 14.7% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.2% | 12.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 22.0% | 17.5% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14.3% | 9.9% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 21.2% | 15.1% | 9.5% |
