Hickman, California is a small town located in Kings County in the Central Valley of California. It has a population of approximately 3,800 people. Although small, Hickman has been ranked highly in several categories by BestPlaces.net. The city has been listed as one of the top 25 safest cities in California and is rated very high for safety when compared to other US cities. Furthermore, it is rated highly for its crime rate and quality of life. Hickman is also rated for its school systems, health care facilities, housing affordability, cost of living and job opportunities. These rankings demonstrate that despite its small size Hickman still offers many advantages to those who choose to settle there.
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