updated 4/2/24
City Web Site - an unincorporated town along the east shore of Big Bear Lake and surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest. It is 27 miles (43 km) northeast of the city of San Bernardino, and immediately east of the incorporated city of Big Bear Lake. Its population was 12,913 [2022], up from 5,779 at the 2000 census. Big Bear City is mostly residential, with smaller houses and cabins laid out in typical square block fashion.
DEMOGRAPHICS: average income in is $64,673; poverty rate of 16.39%; median rental $1,113 per month; median house value $257,200; median age in y is 42.2 years, 40.7 years for males, and 43.4 years for females; 69% white; 26% Hispanic; African American 1%; American Indian <1%; Asian <1%; other 2%; 30% high school graduates; 42% some college; 17% bachelors/graduate; 10% less than high school; average earnings $37K; 86% speak English; 13% Spanish; <2% other languages; 16% poverty rate; 1,151 veterans.
Well known by the local Indians and grizzly bears that claimed the area as their own; in mid 1800’s, the Serrano Indians hunted and gathered food throughout the area. In 1845, Benjamin D. Wilson led a group of rough-riding Californians through the pine forest and into the valley. Once Wilson discovered this “Island in the Sky”, it became home to trappers, hunters and prospectors. To read more click on History heading ...
“To sustain a high quality of life for our community members, while promoting a vibrant local economy that welcomes respectful visitors, in order to foster a kind and caring community of people who value and enjoy our beautiful natural environment."
Location of Big Bear City in SBC
Specific Prayer Points
Environmental issues: fires, snow, drought that affects lake
Governed by: Government under Big Bear Lake; under 3rd County District
Schools/District: Bear Valley Unified School district
Crime issues: [2022] A crime occurs every 23 hours 33 minutes (on average) in Big Bear City; overall crime grade is B; violent crime B-; property crime C+; other crime B; top crime issues are drug crimes 8%; theft & burglary 6%
Poverty rate: 16.8% [>1.8% of CA avg. 15%] Males 14%; 18% females; 18-59 rs. 18.5%
Points of interest: JAH healing church [offer cannabis in service]
Spiritual needs: pastors of the churches connect in prayer for encouragement and unity; intercessors arise and claim this city for Christ; boldness to evangelize; Bible studies to help with accountability; an awakening for those who are feeling useless; a revival to those who have yet to know the Lord; laborers for the harvest; creative ways to share their faith with co-workers and tourists.
Churches & Ministries [not exhaustive]