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Crime in South Lake Tahoe summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in South Lake Tahoe. Key points include:
There were 472 total crimes in South Lake Tahoe in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in South Lake Tahoe is 2,247.1 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in South Lake Tahoe is 785.5 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in South Lake Tahoe is 1,461.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in South Lake Tahoe is 6.03% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In South Lake Tahoe Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
South Lake Tahoe / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 472 | 2,247.1 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 165 | 785.5 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 9 | 42.8 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 143 | 680.8 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 307 | 1,461.6 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 40 | 190.4 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 244 | 1,161.6 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 23 | 109.5 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in South Lake Tahoe summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in South Lake Tahoe. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in South Lake Tahoe is 130 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in South Lake Tahoe is 1.3x higher than the national average.
The median home value in South Lake Tahoe is $653,680.
The median income in South Lake Tahoe is $82,002.
South Lake Tahoe's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In South Lake Tahoe Comparison Table
| Living Expense | South Lake Tahoe | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 130 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 103 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 104 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 198 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 112 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 98 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
South Lake Tahoe, CA Weather
The average high in South Lake Tahoe is 68.0° and the average low is 42.9°.
There are 51.2 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 39.2 inches of precipitation each year with 87.4 inches of snow.
| Stat | South Lake Tahoe |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 68.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 51.2 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 39.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 87.4 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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South Lake Tahoe Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in South Lake Tahoe
The current population in South Lake Tahoe is 21,269. The population has decreased 3.8% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21,269 | -0.2% |
| 2023 | 21,319 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | 21,346 | -0.0% |
| 2021 | 21,355 | -5.2% |
| 2020 | 22,535 | 2.7% |
| 2019 | 21,939 | 0.6% |
| 2018 | 21,814 | 0.6% |
| 2017 | 21,680 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 21,506 | 0.3% |
| 2015 | 21,437 | 0.2% |
| 2014 | 21,394 | -0.3% |
| 2013 | 21,448 | -0.7% |
| 2012 | 21,593 | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 21,814 | -1.4% |
| 2010 | 22,114 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in South Lake Tahoe
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South Lake Tahoe is:
61.7% White with 13,121 White residents.
0.3% African American with 60 African American residents.
0.5% American Indian with 116 American Indian residents.
5.5% Asian with 1,174 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 41 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 71 Other residents.
5.4% Two Or More with 1,139 Two Or More residents.
26.1% Hispanic with 5,547 Hispanic residents.
| Race | South Lake Tahoe | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 61.7% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.3% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 5.5% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.4% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 26.1% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in South Lake Tahoe
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South Lake Tahoe is 50.7% female with 10,792 female residents.
South Lake Tahoe is 49.3% male with 10,476 male residents.
| Gender | South Lake Tahoe | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in South Lake Tahoe for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed 9-12th grade.
21.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed some college.
9.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed associate's degree.
24.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in South Lake Tahoe completed doctorate degree.
| Education | South Lake Tahoe | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For South Lake Tahoe, California
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4.3% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn Less than $10,000.
1.9% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.2% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.7% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.4% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.2% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.0% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.9% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.4% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $150,000 to $199,999.
14.0% of households in South Lake Tahoe earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | South Lake Tahoe | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.3% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.9% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.2% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.7% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.4% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.2% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.0% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.9% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.4% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 14.0% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
