Orland, CA

Orland, California

Orland, California, in Glenn county, is 19 miles W of Chico, California (center to center) and 89 miles NW of Sacramento, California. The city is home to some 6,281 residents.

The People and Families of Orland

In Orland, about 52% of adults are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that Orland tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Orland had a median family income of $32,792.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,225) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Orland. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Orland Housing

According to the 2000 census, 61% of the housing in Orland was owner-occupied. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city. In Orland you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Orland, 90% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

High Points

Orland strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State)	Top 4%
Affordability of Rents (vs. State)	Top 9%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 10%

Comparative Profile of Orland, CA

Comparing Orland to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Property Taxes
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Rents
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Orland Almanac

Orland Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Orland Public Libraries

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Orland Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Orland residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Orland, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Orland High Schools (2004)

ORLAND HIGH
101 SHASTA ST.
530-865-1210
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 698 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 20.3

FINCH (WILLIAM)
111 E. WALKER STREET
530-865-1277
A Non-traditional School
A charter school.
Serves 142 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16.5

NORTH VALLEY HIGH (CONT.)
1320 SIXTH ST.
530-865-1248
A Non-traditional School
Serves 23 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 11.5

ORLAND COMMUNITY DAY
150 E. WALKER ST.
530-865-1264
A Non-traditional School
Serves 13 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 13

Orland Colleges

(List of All California Colleges)

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