Gerber, CA is a small rural town located in northern California. With a population of 1,049 people and a population density of 1,410 people per square mile, it is much less populated than the United States as a whole. It is known for its tight-knit community spirit as well as its beautiful natural landscape.
The local economy relies on locally owned businesses such as Gerber Hardware, Ray’s Tire and Automotive, and Quail Valley Golf Course. There are also many year-round outdoor activities available to visitors and locals alike such as camping, hiking, fishing, and hunting. The nearby Big Chico Creek Eco Park offers plenty of outdoor opportunities with its trails loops and picnic areas.
The town also has several organizations dedicated to helping the community such as Gerber Community Center and Gerber Education Foundation which provide support for students of all ages. There are also many local sporting events throughout the year including basketball tournaments at Chico High School or watching one of the youth football teams scrimmaging at Ray’s Sports Complex. No matter what your interest may be Gerber has something to offer everyone!
The population in Gerber is 1,049. There are 1,132 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Gerber is 45.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Gerber is 3.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Gerber
- 50.5% are married
- 13.1% are divorced
- 29.5% are married with children
- 25.6% have children, but are single
Race in Gerber
- 36.6% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 15.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 40.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 8.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander