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Cost of living in Shasta Lake summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Shasta Lake. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Shasta Lake is 117 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Shasta Lake is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Shasta Lake is $297,948.
The median income in Shasta Lake is $67,401.
Shasta Lake's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Shasta Lake Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Shasta Lake | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 117 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 110 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 118 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 113 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 113 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 120 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 124 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Shasta Lake, CA Weather
The average high in Shasta Lake is 71.1° and the average low is 44.1°.
There are 56.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.2 inches of precipitation each year with 14.1 inches of snow.
| Stat | Shasta Lake |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 71.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 44.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 56.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 14.1 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Shasta Lake Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Shasta Lake
The current population in Shasta Lake is 10,311. The population has increased 2.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10,311 | -0.2% |
| 2023 | 10,334 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 10,361 | -0.4% |
| 2021 | 10,399 | 1.6% |
| 2020 | 10,235 | 0.3% |
| 2019 | 10,206 | 0.6% |
| 2018 | 10,142 | 0.2% |
| 2017 | 10,125 | -0.3% |
| 2016 | 10,151 | 0.0% |
| 2015 | 10,146 | 0.0% |
| 2014 | 10,143 | 0.1% |
| 2013 | 10,135 | -0.4% |
| 2012 | 10,173 | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 10,121 | 0.4% |
| 2010 | 10,081 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Shasta Lake
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Shasta Lake is:
76.6% White with 7,901 White residents.
0.3% African American with 27 African American residents.
0.8% American Indian with 78 American Indian residents.
4.8% Asian with 495 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 1 Hawaiian residents.
0.4% Other with 43 Other residents.
9.0% Two Or More with 925 Two Or More residents.
8.2% Hispanic with 841 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Shasta Lake | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 76.6% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.3% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.8% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 9.0% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.2% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Shasta Lake
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Shasta Lake is 48.9% female with 5,045 female residents.
Shasta Lake is 51.1% male with 5,266 male residents.
| Gender | Shasta Lake | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Shasta Lake for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed 9-12th grade.
32.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed high school / ged.
33.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed associate's degree.
12.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed bachelor's degree.
2.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Shasta Lake completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Shasta Lake | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 32.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 33.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 2.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Shasta Lake, California
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7.5% of households in Shasta Lake earn Less than $10,000.
2.4% of households in Shasta Lake earn $10,000 to $14,999.
9.0% of households in Shasta Lake earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.0% of households in Shasta Lake earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.8% of households in Shasta Lake earn $35,000 to $49,999.
12.5% of households in Shasta Lake earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.0% of households in Shasta Lake earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.0% of households in Shasta Lake earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.3% of households in Shasta Lake earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.4% of households in Shasta Lake earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Shasta Lake | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.5% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.4% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.0% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.0% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.8% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 12.5% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.0% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.0% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.3% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.4% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)







