Cost of Living in Lake Shastina, CA

With a cost of living index of 106, Lake Shastina, CA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 6% more expensive than the national average and 38% below the California state average of 144. Lake Shastina is a small community of 2,908 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Lake Shastina's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,344 (2% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $331,900 (9% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Lake Shastina is $77,645, which is 3% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 21% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Lake Shastina. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.3°F, with summers averaging 66°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches spread over roughly 96 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.