Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County), CA

California · Tehama County

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is a small city in California with a population of 7,170. Residents earn $96,679 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

7,170 Population 542/sq mi density

$96,679 Median Income $44,293 per capita

$362,800 Home Value $334,845 Zillow

$1,219 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent

63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr

943 Violent Crime/100K 6,063 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.7 / 5.0

$96,679 median income, 3.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$362,800 home value, $1,219/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

943 violent crimes/100K (148% above avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

14.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $96,679

29% higher than US avg

Home Value $362,800

29% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 943/100K

148% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.7%

56% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,219

5% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.9%

4% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

3% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.4%

56% lower than US avg

How Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,170

Median Age38.9 yrs

Density542/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 83%

Veterans10.5%

Economy

A+

Median Income$96,679

Per Capita$44,293

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty5.4%

County GDP$2,870M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$362,800

Rent$1,219

Ownership63.7%

Zillow$334,845

Housing Units2,336

Rent Burden26.6%

Crime

Violent943/100K

Property6,063/100K

Health

Obesity30.9%

Smoking16.7%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain23.1 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation493 ft (150 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.7%

High School+86.0%

Graduate+3.9%

School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%

Commute23 min

Broadband88.9%

EV Stations4

Libraries3

Is Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is $96,679, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is $362,800, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 943 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,063 per 100,000, 209% above the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) has a population of 7,170 with a density of 542 people per square mile, spread across 13.2 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 4.8% Hispanic, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 10.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.6% of residents have a disability. 99.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,170

Total Population

542

People / sq mi

38.9yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

13.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.9%

78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is $96,679, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,293 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,099, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,295 business establishments, including 114 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$96,679
	29% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$44,293
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,099
IRS Avg AGI	$61,286
Gini Index	0.506 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	3% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.4%
	56% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,295
County GDP	$2,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants	114
Healthcare	133
Retail	157
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,827
	9% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.7 min
Drive Alone	81.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is $362,800, 29% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,845. Monthly rent averages $1,219 (5% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,336 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $3,827. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$362,800
	29% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$334,845

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,219
	5% above US avg
Rent Burden	26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,513
1 Bedroom	$1,647
2 Bedrooms	$2,053
3 Bedrooms	$2,752
4 Bedrooms	$3,165

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.7%
Owner-Occupied	63.7%
Renter-Occupied	36.3%
Housing Units	2,336
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,827
	9% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.05%

In Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County), 30.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.1% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,871. The dentist ratio is 1:1,591. 56.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.9%
	4% below US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.7%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	22.1%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.1%

Primary Care	1:1,871
Dentists	1:1,591
Mental Health	1:430
Checkup Rate	70.0%
Dental Visits	55.4%
Premature Death	11,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	56.2%
Healthcare Facilities	133

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) has a violent crime rate of 943 per 100,000 residents, 148% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,063 per 100,000, 209% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 17 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	943.4/100K
	148% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	6,063.3/100K
	209% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 493 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	63.3°F
	17% above US avg
January Average	47°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	493 ft (150 m)
Area	13.2 sq mi (34.3 km²)
Population Density	542/sq mi
Coordinates	40.3903°N, 122.3156°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	Tehama County County
Nearest Airport	Redding Regional (RDD) 8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.1"

39% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jan) 6.18"

Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0476 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	6.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	88.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	52.9 / 100
Community Resilience	27.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Relatively High
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively High
Cold Wave	No Rating
Landslide	Relatively High
Volcano	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2,075 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 14, 2025.

May 24, 2013	2 km NNE of Canyondam, California	M5.7	109 km
Feb 13, 2012	26 km NNW of Willow Creek, California	M5.6	150 km
May 11, 2023	Lake Almanor Earthquake	M5.5	104 km
Apr 30, 2008	3 km NNW of Burnt Ranch, California	M5.4	111 km
Jan 1, 2023	15km SE of Rio Dell, CA	M5.4	140 km
May 12, 2023	4km NW of Canyondam, CA	M5.2	105 km
Nov 26, 1998	7km NW of Redding, CA	M5.1	28 km
Aug 10, 2016	20 km NNE of Upper Lake, California	M5.1	125 km
Sep 8, 2023	12 km NE of Burney, CA	M5.0	89 km
Jan 18, 1990	27 km ESE of Orick, California	M4.9	150 km
May 24, 2013	1km NNW of Canyondam, CA	M4.9	108 km
Jul 21, 2016	19km SSE of Blue Lake, CA	M4.8	138 km
Apr 18, 2007	15 km N of Potter Valley, California	M4.8	123 km
Jan 19, 2008	31 km NW of Rancho Tehama Reserve, California	M4.7	41 km
Nov 26, 1998	5km NNW of Redding, CA	M4.6	26 km
Jul 21, 1998	4 km NNW of Redding, California	M4.5	27 km
Jan 19, 2008	34 km WNW of Rancho Tehama Reserve, California	M4.5	45 km
Aug 28, 2016	8 km ESE of Mad River, California	M4.5	93 km
Mar 9, 1992	8 km SE of Hyampom, California	M4.4	92 km
May 10, 2005	10 km NW of Burney, California	M4.4	78 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

29 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 1 injury.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Sep 24, 1986	EF2	56 km	0
May 9, 1980	EF2	30 km	0
May 19, 1953	EF2	72 km	0
Dec 19, 2023	EF1	77 km	0
Mar 26, 2014	EF1	93 km	0
Mar 26, 2014	EF1	91 km	0
Mar 26, 2014	EF1	91 km	0
May 25, 2011	EF1	97 km	0
May 25, 2011	EF1	87 km	0
Apr 17, 1993	EF1	97 km	0
Mar 23, 1978	EF1	91 km	0
Mar 5, 1978	EF1	38 km	0
Mar 4, 1978	EF1	71 km	0
Apr 25, 2021	EF0	65 km	0
Jan 4, 2021	EF0	55 km	0
Jan 4, 2021	EF0	48 km	0
Mar 29, 2014	EF0	67 km	0
Mar 25, 2014	EF0	94 km	0
Apr 4, 2013	EF0	28 km	0
Feb 19, 2013	EF0	40 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lassen Volcanic Center (69 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Lassen Volcanic Center	Stratovolcano	3,187 m (10,456 ft)	1917	69 km
Shasta	Stratovolcano	4,317 m (14,163 ft)	1250	114 km
Medicine Lake	Shield	2,412 m (7,913 ft)	1060	150 km
Clear Lake	Volcanic field	1,439 m (4,721 ft)	Unknown	163 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: AUGUST COMPLEX (1,068,802 ac, 2020).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2020	AUGUST COMPLEX	1,068,802	79 km
2018	CARR	233,710	43 km
2021	MONUMENT	226,125	88 km
2021	HAYPRESS	204,549	99 km
2018	CAMP	153,687	96 km
1990	CAMPBELL	128,266	57 km
2021	MCFARLAND	121,554	53 km
2006	PIGEON	100,962	97 km
2008	YOLLA BOLLY COMPLEX (IRON)	94,888	65 km
2018	DELTA	63,732	70 km
1992	FOUNTAIN	62,340	64 km
1999	GUN 2	61,203	49 km
2020	ZOGG	56,941	26 km
2008	BTU LIGHTNING COMPLEX (LONG BRANCH-JACK)	52,091	95 km
2000	STORRIE	49,588	96 km
2012	BAGLEY	47,731	75 km
2018	HIRZ	46,700	66 km
1994	BARKLEY	44,256	56 km
2012	NORTH PASS	43,689	83 km
2014	BALD	39,770	100 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	47°F (9°C)	6.2 in	Wettest
February	50°F (10°C)	5.0 in
March	53°F (12°C)	4.7 in
April	58°F (15°C)	2.1 in
May	67°F (19°C)	1.4 in
June	76°F (24°C)	0.6 in
July	82°F (28°C)	0.1 in	Warmest, Driest
August	80°F (27°C)	0.3 in
September	74°F (24°C)	0.9 in
October	64°F (18°C)	2.0 in
November	52°F (11°C)	4.6 in
December	45°F (7°C)	4.8 in	Coldest

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 45°F in December to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.1").

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Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is located in Tehama County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 14.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.7% of the vote, a 41.8-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 133 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%

D 28%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.7%
	56% below US avg
High School+	86.0%
Graduate Degree+	3.9%
School Test Score	4.51

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	542/sq mi
Total Area	13.2 sq mi
County	Tehama County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.9%
Avg Download Speed	48.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	3.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	133
Restaurants	114
Retail Stores	157

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.7 min
Drive Alone	81.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.9%

Average costs for common services in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County). Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit	$387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit	$221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning	$144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling	$277 ($166–$443)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement	$332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement	$221 ($111–$387)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair	$443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install	$7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair	$1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement	$9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense	$5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation	$554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation	$2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut	$61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$166 ($83–$277)
Manicure	$28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure	$44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour)	$89 ($55–$144)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread	$4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb)	$1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly)	$77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$94 ($55–$166)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual)	$111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($17–$83)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming	$66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$221 ($111–$443)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,021
Toddler	$786
Preschool	$651
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$959
Toddler	$852
Preschool	$791

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Tehama County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,469	1,188	$48,291	1.23
Retail Trade	2,092	145	$40,264	1.06
Manufacturing	1,789	45	$61,234	1.10
Transportation & Warehousing	1,666	57	$75,231	1.99
Accommodation & Food Services	1,261	119	$26,227	0.70
Construction	958	136	$102,794	0.92
Administrative & Waste Services	385	43	$49,643	0.33
Other Services	352	75	$45,384	0.59
Wholesale Trade	279	29	$68,140	0.36
Professional & Technical Services	224	66	$58,923	0.16
Finance & Insurance	168	45	$73,076	0.21
Real Estate	147	52	$52,216	0.48
Utilities	132	9	$182,121	1.76
Arts & Entertainment	106	9	$23,631	0.32
Management of Companies	78	5	$54,785	0.23
Information & Technology	71	9	$78,373	0.19
Educational Services	28	9	$44,362	0.07

Schools in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
West Valley Early College High	High	733	33	22.2:1
Evergreen Elementary	Elementary	525	24	21.9:1
North Cottonwood	Elementary	508	23	22.1:1
Evergreen Middle	Middle	400	20	20.0:1
West Cottonwood Junior High	Middle	384	23	16.7:1
Cottonwood Creek Charter (Charter)	Elementary	261	11	23.7:1
Evergreen Institute of Excellence (Charter)	Other	146	12	12.2:1
Cottonwood Preschool	—	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

35 campgrounds found near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County).

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
DEKKAS ROCK	5.0/5	1	$170
HIRZ BAY GROUP 2	5.0/5	1	$140
MOORE CREEK	5.0/5	1	$140–$170
Ohl Olsen Group Campground	5.0/5	2	$60–$80
SHEEP CAMP PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	4.7/5	4	$20
CRYSTAL CREEK PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	2	$20
HORSE CAMP PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	2	$20
PELTIER BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	9	$20
SYCAMORE GROVE (RED BLUFF) CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	31	$16–$30
Antlers (Shasta Lake, CA)	4.0/5	58	$30–$60
DRY CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND (Whiskeytown NRA)	4.0/5	2	$80
GREGORY CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND	4.0/5	1	$170
ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND	3.9/5	53	$23–$60
ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND	3.8/5	51	$30
COOPER GULCH CAMPGROUND	3.8/5	5	$24–$27
HAYWARD FLAT	3.8/5	84	$30–$60
HIRZ BAY	3.8/5	47	$30–$60
HIRZ CABIN	3.6/5	1	$185
LAKESHORE EAST	3.6/5	25	$30–$100
MARINERS POINT GROUP CAMPGROUND	3.4/5	—	$110
BAILEY COVE	3.3/5	7	$30–$60
BRANDY CREEK PRIMITIVE CAMPGROUND	3.3/5	2	$20
MINERSVILLE CAMPGROUND	3.3/5	14	$22–$60
HIRZ BAY GROUP 1	3.0/5	1	$170
NELSON POINT	1.5/5	1	$23–$120
Beehive Dispersed Area (CA)	—	2	$12–$17
Camp Discovery Group Camp (Red Bluff Recreation Area)	—	1	$175
Gregory Beach Dispersed Area (CA)	—	2	$10–$15
Gregory Creek Group Campground	—	—	Free
Jones Valley Inlet Dispersed Area (CA)	—	2	$10–$15
Jones Valley Inlet West Dispersed Area (CA)	—	2	$10–$15
Lower Jones Valley (CA)	—	1	$30–$60
Ridgeville Boat-In Campground	—	—	Free
Salt Creek Dispersed Area (CA)	—	2	$10–$15
Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area (Whiskeytown NRA)	—	3	Free

National Parks Near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

6 national parks and monuments found near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County).

Park	Type	Fee
Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park	State Park	Free
Castle Crags State Park	State Park	Free
Lassen Volcanic National Park	National Park	$30
McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	$15

Trails Near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

79 trails found near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County).

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
MCCLURE TRAIL	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PELIGREEN JEEP	5.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DRY FORK CREEK	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PELIGREEN JEEP	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE GRAPEVINE	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAILEY COVE	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WATERS GULCH	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SUGAR LOAF CREEK	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LAKE RED BLUFF TRAIL	2.2		—	—	—
TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HIRZ BAY	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEKKAS	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LEWISTON LAKESHORE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KINGSLEY COVE ISHI	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CLIKAPUDI C	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SHASTA VIEW TRAIL	1.1		—	—	—
INDIAN RIDGE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CLIKAPUDI	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
DEAD COW FLAT	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEKKAS	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PACKERS FISH LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
INDIAN RIDGE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PAYNE SPRING CABIN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
EAST PACKERS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUGAR LOAF CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PACKERS OVERLOOK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FISHERMAN'S POINT	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BUENA VISTA TRAIL ISHI	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PINE COVE MARINA OVERFLOW	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POTEM FALLS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RED BLUFF NATURE TRAIL	0.3		—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI A	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LAKE VIEW LODGE MARINA	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SUGAR LOAF CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POND TRAIL	0.2		—	—	—
DISCOVERY GARDEN TRAIL/LRB	0.1		—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LAKE RED BLUFF TRAIL EAST	0.1		—	—	—
BAKER GULCH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINE COVE MARINA NORTH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BRUCES FOLEY	0.1		—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LONG SIDE	0.1		—	—	—
HANKS HANGOUT	0.1		—	—	—
LAKE VIEW LODGE MARINA SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LAKE RED BLUFF TRAIL EAST	0.1		—	—	—
BEN'S POND ACCESS TRAIL	0.1		—	—	—
SHORT ARM	0.1		—	—	—
WARREN'S WONDER	0.1		—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
DAVE'S DILEMMA	0.1		—	—	—
PINE COVE MARINA OVERFLOW B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
AMY'S ARRIVED	0.0		—	—	—
BIG STUMP CAMP	0.0		—	—	—
PINE COVE MARINA NORTH A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WATERS GULCH	0.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WATERS GULCH	0.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BETHANYS BREAK	0.0		—	—	—
PINE COVE MARINA OVERFLOW C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PINE COVE MARINA OVERFLOW A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
EAST PACKERS	0.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINE COVE MARINA NORTH B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PACKERS OVERLOOK	0.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINE COVE MARINA OVERFLOW D	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WATERS GULCH	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	Yes	—
CLIKAPUDI	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—

Historical Trends — Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	3,913	$45,241
2015	3,801	$39,085
2017	3,268	$27,437
2019	3,243	$34,653
2021	5,912	$73,690
2023	7,170	$96,679

Museums in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SHASTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5302433720	$227,602
NORTHERN CA VETERANS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5303782280	$146,522
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA VETERANS MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM			$146,522
LASSEN ASSOCIATION	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		5303781495	$113,442
SACRAMENTO RIVER DISCOVERY CENTER	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		5305271196	$27,845
RED BLUFF ROUNDUP RODEO MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	670 ANTELOPE BLVD STE 3	5305281477	$15,468
ANDERSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5303657045
CONTEMPORARY HISTORICAL VEHICLE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
EATON GIFT	HISTORY MUSEUM
EATON HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5302413455
GAUMER'S MINERAL AND MINING MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5305276166
KELLY-GRIGGS HOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	311 WASHINGTON STREET	5305271129
LAW DAWGS AND PISTOLEROS OF THE OLDE WEST	HISTORY MUSEUM
MCCONNELL ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1335 ARBORETUM DR	8008878532
MILLVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTHER CALIFORNIA VETERANS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PEARL HARBOR SURVIVORS	GENERAL MUSEUM		5305270663
RED BLUFF BULL AND GELDING	GENERAL MUSEUM		5305272045
SCHREDER PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5302250200
SHASTA COLLEGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
TEHAMA COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5305270604
WEAVERVILLE JOSS HOUSE STATE HISTORIC PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	299 AND OREGON STREET	5306235284

Libraries in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
SHASTA PUBLIC LIBRARIES	1100 PARKVIEW	0.0	2,354,367
TEHAMA COUNTY LIBRARY	645 MADISON ST.	0.0	84,954

Farmers Markets in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Anderson Happy Valley Farmers Market	Happy Valley Rd.
Bella Vista CFM	22509 Old Alturas Rd.
Cottonwood Creek Watershed CFM	3308 Main Street, Cottonwood, Ca 96022
Frontier Village Farmer's Market	645 Antelope Blvd				Visit
Marilyn Miller FM	1700 Churn Creek Rd .	06/11/2013 to 10/15/2013	Tue: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Red Bluff Saturday Farmers Market	100 Main Street
Red Bluff Wednesday Farmers Market	600 Block of Washington Street
Redding Thursday Farmers Market	California & Placer Streets
Shasta Growers Association Certified Farmers Markets/Anderson Market	1699 Hwy 273	05/21/2015 to 10/29/2015	Thu: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Shasta Growers Association Certified Farmers Markets/Marilyn Miller Market	1700 Churn Creek Road	06/09/2015 to 10/13/2015	Tue: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Shasta Growers Association Certified Farmers Markets/Saturday Redding Market	777 Cypress Ave.	04/04/2015 to 12/19/2015	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Shasta Growers Association Certified Farmers Markets/Turtle Bay Market	Sundial Bridge Drive	06/07/2015 to 10/11/2015	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Restaurants in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cottonwood Eatery

Jake's Take & Bake Pizza

Gas Stations in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Breweries in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Final Draft Brewing Co	Brewers	1600 California St
Final Draft Brewing Co Llc	Brewers	1985 Galaxy Way
Fogline Brew Co Llc	Brewers	1440 Placer St	5307369452
Matson Vineyards	Beverages, Retail Other, Wineries, Manufacturing, Food & Dining, Restaurants and Bars, Brewers, Alco	10584 Arapaho Dr	5302222833	Visit
Nor Cal Brewing Solutions	Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	1768 Churn Creek Rd
Wildcard Brewing Co	Air Fresheners, Deordorant, General Merchandise Stores, Soap, Micro-breweries, Liquor Stores, Glue	9565 Crossroads Dr	5307229239	Visit
Woodys Brewing Co	Brewers	1257 Oregon St	5307681034

Pharmacies in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
COTTONWOOD DRUGS AND HOME HEALTH	20635 GAS POINT ROAD	530-347-3721

EV Charging Stations in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Holiday Market - Tesla Supercharger	20635 Gas Point Road	Tesla		12	TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
ANDERSON UNION HIGH SCHOOL	TOWER	59
20160 BOWMAN ROAD	LTOWER	50
20160 BOWMAN ROAD	LTOWER	50
25255 Highway 36	LTOWER	20
25255 Highway 36	LTOWER	20
25255 Highway 36 (9971)	LTOWER	20
25255 Highway 36 (9971)	LTOWER	20

Fire Stations in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Cottonwood Fire Protection District	3271 Brush ST	Mostly volunteer			530-347-4737

Power Plants Near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
DORAN	NOT AVAILABLE	221114	-122.3	NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	1,524	41,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1946	40	36,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	150	20,500	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	146	20,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	226	10,000	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1940	68	6,723	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1969	122	6,186	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2022	24	5,104	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1970	54	4,172	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1940	46	3,206	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1967	27	3,205	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	460	3,205	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1941	80	3,069	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	229	3,000	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1940	42	2,577	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	2003	1,176	2,359	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1985	38	2,234	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1986	53	2,234	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1984	56	2,234	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1985	80	2,234	F
Slab	Concrete	1984	31	2,234	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	229	1,700	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2009	45	1,695	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1960	59	1,500	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1980	26	1,462	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1955	219	1,110	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1981	74	762	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1985	59	614	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1986	43	576	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1969	360	470	G
Slab	Concrete	2015	47	320	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	232	300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	38	37	F

Amtrak Stations in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Red Bluff, CA	735 Rio Street	BUS
Redding, CA	1530 Yuba Street	BUS
Redding, CA	1620 Yuba Street	TRAIN

Airports Near Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

24 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Red Bluff Municipal Airport	RBL	Medium Airport
Redding Municipal Airport	RDD	Medium Airport
Benton Field	BZF	Small Airport
Canal View Airport	—	Small Airport
Chico Regional Airport	CIC	Small Airport
Corning Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Double Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Dymesich Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying N Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Haigh Field	—	Small Airport
Johnsen Airport	—	Small Airport
Kracker Jack Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake California Air Park	—	Small Airport
Lonnie Pool Field Weaverville Airport	—	Small Airport
Michael Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Paradise Skypark Airport	PYS	Small Airport
Ponderosa Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Ranchaero Airport	—	Small Airport
Rancho Tehama Airport	—	Small Airport
Seth's Freedom Field	—	Small Airport
Steele Airport	—	Small Airport
Tews Field	—	Small Airport
Trinity Center Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
6500;Campus Safety	6500
Anderson Police Department
California Department of Fish and Wildlife - Northern District	601 Locust Street
Highway Patrol	2550 Main Street
Red Bluff Police Department
Redding Police Station
Shasta County Sheriff
Shasta County Sheriff Patrol Operations
Tehama County Sheriff's Office

Grocery Stores in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

7 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Cottonwood Food Mart & Gas	Convenience Store	20800 4th St
Gas Point Market No	Convenience Store	19980 Gas Point Rd
Holiday Market 34	Supermarket	20635 Gas Point Rd
Kalotia & Banwait Corp.	Convenience Store	3451 Main St
Maruti Gas Plus Inc	Convenience Store	3495 Main St
Maruti Filling Station	Convenience Store	19845 Main St
Sunshine Food & Gas	Convenience Store	3505 Rhonda Rd

Post Offices in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Cottonwood Post Office	3270 Walnut Street

Treatment Centers in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Aegis Treatment Centers LLC	Substance Abuse	530-222-7213
Shasta County Health and Human Servs - Womens Recovery and Resiliency Servs	Substance Abuse	530-245-6411
Shasta County Mental Health	Both	530-225-5900
Shasta Regional Medical Center - Center for Behavioral Health	Mental Health	530-244-8222

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ASSEMBLY OF GOD	20404 GAS POINT RD
BOWMAN COMMUNITY CHURCH	18335 BOWMAN RD
BY ALL MEANS MINISTRIES OF COTTONWOOD	3685 WOOLERY LANE
COTTONWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 1159
COTTONWOOD FOURSQUARE CHURCH	PO BOX 678
DOMINION FELLOWSHIP CHURCH INC	PO BOX 395
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 2020
GRACE COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH OF COTTONWOOD	PO BOX 1862
LAKE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY CHURCH	22340 RIO ALTO DR
ORION PUBLISHING INC	PO BOX 2080

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)

What is the population of Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) has a population of 7,170 residents and is located in California. The population density is 542 people per square mile, spread across 13.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) expensive to live in?

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $96,679, 29% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $362,800 (29% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) safe?

Public safety is a concern in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County), with a violent crime rate of 943 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,063 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,099. There are 2,295 business establishments in the area, including 114 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 7.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

The median home value in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is $362,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,845. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,219. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,827.

How are the schools in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

Schools in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.7% of adults in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

The obesity rate in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is 30.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 56.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,871.

What is transportation like in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

The average commute in Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County)?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) is 82.5% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 10.5% of the population are military veterans. 14.6% of residents have a disability. 99.1% have health insurance coverage.

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Is Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average

Income: Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Cottonwood CDP (Shasta County) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Tornado History

Nearby Volcanoes

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure