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Firebaugh, CA

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Population
8,774
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
145 ft
Median Home Value
$242,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$982/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$47,734
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Firebaugh

Firebaugh is a quiet agricultural town of around 8,000 people, set along the banks of the San Joaquin River about 40 miles west of Fresno. Surrounded by prime farmland, the community is known for its sweet summer melons and friendly, small-town atmosphere. Every year, residents gather at Dunkle Park for the Cantaloupe Roundup, a lively weekend festival filled with carnival rides, food booths, and music that brings the whole town together.

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The area traces its roots to the California Gold Rush, when founder Andrew Firebaugh operated a vital river ferry and built a wagon trail across the valley. Today, Firebaugh provides an affordable, peaceful alternative to city living, with quiet neighborhoods, local shops, and strong community ties. It gives newcomers a relaxed pace of life while keeping Fresno, Highway 99, and the Central Coast within reach for weekend trips and commutes.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+98.0rating

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