Shasta County, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 30th-largest in California
The population of Shasta County, California is 181,554 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 30th-largest county in California. The median household income is $71,931, the median home value is $347,200, and the median age is 41.7.
The population of Shasta County has grown 2.2% since 2010 (177,277 → 181,121), a +0.15% annualized rate.
181,554
Population
+0.15%
Annual growth
48
People / sq mi
$71,931
Median Income
$347,200
Median Home Value
Shasta County covers 3,776 sq mi of land at 48.1 people per square mile.
About Shasta County, CA
In Shasta County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $347,200. Shasta County is a county in California with a population of 181,554. It ranks #30 among counties in California by population.
The typical household earns $71,931 a year, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $347,200, with typical rent around $1,267.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 23.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Shasta County — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Shasta County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Shasta County had a population of 177,277 in 2010 and 181,121 in 2024, a 2.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 182,243 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.15%.
181,121
Population (2024)
177,277
Population (2010)
182,243
Peak (2021)
0.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 177,277 |
| 2011 | 177,613 |
| 2012 | 177,908 |
| 2013 | 178,447 |
| 2014 | 178,904 |
| 2015 | 178,386 |
| 2016 | 178,592 |
| 2017 | 179,403 |
| 2018 | 179,666 |
| 2019 | 179,645 |
| 2020 | 182,190 |
| 2021 | 182,243 |
| 2022 | 180,972 |
| 2023 | 180,656 |
| 2024 | 181,121 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
41.7
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
21.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.0% · Seniors (65+): 21.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $71,931$-24,403 vs state |
| Mean household income | $96,355 |
| Per-capita income | $38,746 |
| Poverty rate | 7.8%-0.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Shasta County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
2.0%
Carpool
78.3%
Public transit
8.6%
Work from home
19.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$347,200$-348,200 vs state
Median home value
$1,267
Median rent
65.4%
Homeownership rate
79,748
Total housing units
89.6%
Occupied
10.4%
Vacant
34.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.3%
With health insurance
94.9%
With broadband internet
22.9%
Foreign-born
9.1%
Veterans (18+)
18.2%
With a disability
92.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.1%
High School+
23.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Shasta County, California has a population of 181,554 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 30th-largest county in California. Population density is 48 people per square mile.
The population of Shasta County has grown 2.2% since 2010 (177,277 → 181,121), a +0.15% annualized rate.
The median household income in Shasta County, California is $71,931, with mean (average) household income of $96,355 and per-capita income of $38,746. 7.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Shasta County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (80.2%), Hispanic or Latino (5.1%), Black or African American (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Shasta County, California is 41.7 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Shasta County is $347,200 and median monthly rent is $1,267. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 79,748 total housing units, 10.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Shasta County, California is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.
Los Angeles is among the largest cities associated with Shasta County, California, with a population of 3,857,897.
Shasta County, CA Climate
Shasta County, CA has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F) and receives about 1534 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.9°C
Avg Temp
1534
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 267 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 220 mm |
| March | 9° / 48° | 223 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 113 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 56 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 22 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 6 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 14 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 40 mm |
| October | 15° / 60° | 93 mm |
| November | 9° / 48° | 230 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 250 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Shasta County, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Shasta County, CA are typically June, September and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is December (near 1°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.