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Big Bear City offers a rustic, small-town mountain vibe, distinct from the more bustling Big Bear Lake Village. It's quieter, more residential, and provides a genuine sense of high-desert mountain living.
City Snapshot
Population
12,738
County
San Bernardino County
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Median Income
$67,782
Quick Numbers
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Emergency Services
Poison Control
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Domestic Violence Hotline
Child Abuse Hotline
Veterans Crisis Line
Bear Valley Community Hospital
Bear Valley Community Healthcare District
This Week
Arlo Parks (A valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry, Under 18 must be accompanied by adult at all times)
2026-09-16 at 2:00 AM
Bollywood Kids 2
2026-09-17
Gonzales Community Center
Matute - 21 & Over
2026-09-18 at 3:00 AM
Public Board Meeting
2026-09-22 at 6:00 PM
Matthew West: Jesus Is King Tour - Redlands (Inland Empire), CA
2026-09-26 at 2:00 AM
Community Leaders
