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Lake Almanor West, CA

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Lake Almanor West is a small town in California with a population of 382. Residents earn $178,611 per year, which is 138% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
382 Population 167/sq mi density
$178,611 Median Income $128,403 per capita
$649,600 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$178,611 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$649,600 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $178,611
138% higher than US avg
Home Value $649,600
130% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.7%
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age72.2 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans27.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$178,611
Per Capita$128,403
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$649,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units569
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity27.6%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking11.7%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation4,620 ft (1,408 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.7%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+22.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute47 min
Broadband98.6%
Libraries4

Is Lake Almanor West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Almanor West receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Lake Almanor West stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Almanor West is $178,611, which is significantly higher than the national average — 138% above $75,149. This places Lake Almanor West among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Almanor West is $649,600, making it a premium housing market at 130% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Almanor West 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 West has a population of 382 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 72.2 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%).

Population

382
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
72.2yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Almanor West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Almanor West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Almanor West is $178,611, which is 138% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Lake Almanor West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$178,611
138% above US avg
Per Capita Income$128,403
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below 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 Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.2 min
Drive Alone10.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Almanor West is $649,600, 130% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$649,600
130% 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-Occupied89.5%
Housing Units569
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In Lake Almanor West, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits68.9%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access91.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Lake Almanor West 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

Elevation4,620 ft (1,408 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates40.2336°N, 121.2021°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 45.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin. 98.6% 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+45.7%
36% above US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+22.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants100
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.2 min
Drive Alone10.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.0%

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