Alta Sierra, CA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
HomeSnacks is reader-supported. When you click through real estate links on our site, we earn an affiliate commission. Learn more.
Alta Sierra, California Info Snack
Table Of Contents
Population
7,280
Unemployment
2.6%
Poverty
4.7%
Median Home
$395,700
Median Income
$85,758
Median Rent
$1,847
Alta Sierra SnackAbility
6
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
9/10
Housing
9.5
Affordability
4
Diversity
6
Safety
N/A
Amenities
7
Education
8
Commute
4
Alta Sierra, CA Cost Of Living
130
Alta Sierra's Overall Cost Of Living
Alta Sierra's Overall Cost Of Living
1.3x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Alta Sierra | California | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 130 | 140 | 100 | |
| Services | 107 | 111 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 121 | 118 | 100 | |
| Health | 117 | 113 | 100 | |
| Housing | 167 | 196 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 134 | 128 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 102 | 118 | 100 | |
Rankings for Alta Sierra in California
Map Of Alta Sierra, CA
Best Places Around Alta Sierra
1
Lake Wildwood, CA
Population 5,232
2
Auburn, CA
Population 14,011
3
North Auburn, CA
Population 14,269
4
Grass Valley, CA
Population 12,891
5
Nevada, IA
Population 6,754
Population over time in Alta Sierra
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7,280 | 1.0% |
| 2018 | 7,207 | 3.5% |
| 2017 | 6,960 | 4.8% |
| 2016 | 6,639 | 0.2% |
| 2015 | 6,624 | -4.0% |
| 2014 | 6,902 | 0.4% |
| 2013 | 6,872 | 1.3% |
| 2012 | 6,782 | -1.5% |
| 2011 | 6,888 | -1.8% |
| 2010 | 7,011 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Alta Sierra
| Race | Alta Sierra | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 86.6% | 37.2% | 60.7% |
| African American | 0.7% | 5.5% | 12.3% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.5% | 14.3% | 5.5% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Two Or More | 6.1% | 3.0% | 2.4% |
| Hispanic | 6.2% | 39.0% | 18.0% |
Gender in Alta Sierra
| Gender | Alta Sierra | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.3% | 50.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.7% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Alta Sierra for adults over 25
| Education | Alta Sierra | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 9.0% | 6.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 8.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 16.0% | 20.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 29.0% | 21.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 16.0% | 8.0% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20.0% | 21.0% | 20.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 1.0% |
Household Income For Alta Sierra, California
| Income | Alta Sierra | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.8% | 4.8% | 6.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.0% | 4.1% | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.7% | 7.5% | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.2% | 7.5% | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.9% | 10.5% | 12.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.1% | 15.5% | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17.6% | 12.4% | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 22.7% | 16.6% | 15.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.3% | 8.9% | 6.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.7% | 12.2% | 7.7% |
