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Living in Benicia, California
Benicia is a historic Solano County city of 29,000 on the south shore of the Carquinez Strait, where San Francisco Bay narrows into the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Founded in 1847, Benicia served as California's state capital in 1853-1854, and the original statehouse — a Greek Revival brick buildi
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Benicia, California?
When relocating to Benicia, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in California. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
26,749
Nearby Airport
OAK · Oakland International Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics, San Jose Earthquakes
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$900-$3,800
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$121,204
Median Home Value
$810,000
Median Gross Rent
$2,280
Households
11,051
Homeownership Rate
69.5%
Renter Rate
30.5%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
