Cost of Living in Mount Shasta, CA

With a cost of living index of 106, Mount Shasta, CA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 6% more expensive than the national average and 37% below the California state average of 144. Mount Shasta is a small community of 3,208 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mount Shasta's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,477 (12% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $283,100 (7% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.9x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Mount Shasta is $48,157, which is 36% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 37% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Mount Shasta. 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.