Shasta Lake

CA

Shasta County, California

Population 181K |Median income $72,636 |4 hospitals

Population
181,436
Shasta County
Median Income
$72,636
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$366,400
+61% vs avg
Median Age
41.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
181K+2%
Median Income
$72,636+63%
Median Home Value
$366,400+67%
Poverty Rate
13.3%-24%
Unemployment
6.3%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Poverty Rate
13.3% -6% vs avg
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.8%
Work From Home 9.7%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 78.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.6%
Asian 3.5%
African American 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37%
High Blood Pressure
35.9%
Obesity
29.3%
Physical Inactivity
22.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.6%
Binge Drinking
17.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
15%
Current Smoking
13.8%
Diabetes
11.7%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 73.8%
Dental Visit 65.2%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
7.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
7.1%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1.5/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER REDDING
REDDING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
SHASTA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
REDDING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Shasta Lake Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Shasta Lake, CA? ▼
Shasta Lake, CA has a population of 181,436 people, located in Shasta County, California.
What is the median household income in Shasta Lake? ▼
The median household income in Shasta Lake, CA is $72,636 per year. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
What is the median home value in Shasta Lake? ▼
The median home value in Shasta Lake, CA is $366,400. Median rent is $1,317/month.
What are the top health concerns in Shasta Lake? ▼
The top health indicators in Shasta Lake include Short Sleep Duration (37%), High Blood Pressure (35.9%), Obesity (29.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Shasta Lake? ▼
Shasta Lake has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Shasta Lake? ▼
The median age in Shasta Lake, CA is 41.7 years. 23.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Shasta Lake, CA is located in Shasta County, California. With a population of 181K and a median household income of $72,636, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Shasta Lake area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Shasta County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.