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Lake Almanor Peninsula, CA

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Lake Almanor Peninsula is a small town in California with a population of 265. Residents earn $75,972 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
265 Population 87/sq mi density
$75,972 Median Income $62,743 per capita
$475,000 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$75,972 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$475,000 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,972
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $475,000
68% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Lake Almanor Peninsula Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population265
Median Age65.4 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans20.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,972
Per Capita$62,743
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute35 min

Housing

B
Home Value$475,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units679
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity27.4%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking11.2%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation4,657 ft (1,419 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute35 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries4

Is Lake Almanor Peninsula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Almanor Peninsula receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Lake Almanor Peninsula offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Almanor Peninsula is $75,972, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Almanor Peninsula is $475,000, making it a premium housing market at 68% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Almanor Peninsula experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 109.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lake Almanor Peninsula has a population of 265 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 65.4 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

265
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Almanor Peninsula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Almanor Peninsula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Almanor Peninsula is $75,972, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Lake Almanor Peninsula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,972
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,743
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,004
County GDP$1,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare49
Retail89
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Almanor Peninsula is $475,000, 68% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$475,000
68% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.9%

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

Owner-Occupied92.9%
Housing Units679
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Lake Almanor Peninsula, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Almanor Peninsula vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access91.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Lake Almanor Peninsula has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall109.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,657 ft (1,419 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates40.2812°N, 121.1345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 39.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants100
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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