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Manton, CA

California · Shasta County · Redding Metro

Manton is a small town in California with a population of 628. Residents earn $132,535 per year, which is 76% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
628 Population 35/sq mi density
$132,535 Median Income $55,987 per capita
$427,400 Home Value $313,773 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
943 Violent Crime/100K 6,063 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$132,535 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$427,400 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
943 violent crimes/100K (148% above avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $132,535
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $427,400
52% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 943/100K
148% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.1%
159% higher than US avg

How Manton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population628
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$132,535
Per Capita$55,987
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.1%
County GDP$11,870M

Housing

A+
Home Value$427,400
Ownership69.6%
Zillow$313,773
Housing Units210
Rent Burden29.7%

Crime

F
Violent943/100K
Property6,063/100K

Health

Obesity30.4%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking16.5%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation2,545 ft (776 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+65.2%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score4.90

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Broadband86.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Manton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Manton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manton is $132,535, which is significantly higher than the national average / 76% above $75,149. This places Manton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manton is $427,400, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x 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

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Manton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Manton has a population of 628 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 17.7 square miles. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.6% female and 42.4% male. The city is predominantly White (50.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents, while 9.2% speak Spanish. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

628
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
17.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Manton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish 9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manton is $132,535, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,987 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,141, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,748 business establishments, including 430 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Manton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,535
76% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441
Gini Index0.460 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.1%
159% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manton is $427,400, 52% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,773, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 210 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $4,628 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$427,400
52% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,773

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

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

Homeownership69.6%
Owner-Occupied69.6%
Renter-Occupied30.4%
Housing Units210
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Manton, 30.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 30.2% have high blood pressure. 16.5% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 23.2% are physically inactive. 27.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.4% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,283. The dentist ratio is 1:1,256. 79.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Manton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate69.0%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Manton 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 30 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 546 federally declared disasters. Overall, Manton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Manton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent943.4/100K
148% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,063.3/100K
209% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
Traffic Accidents30
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Manton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 271 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 50.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 2,545 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,545 ft (776 m)
Area17.7 sq mi (45.8 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates40.4267°N, 121.8504°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyShasta County County
Nearest AirportRedding Regional (RDD)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.1"
32% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.18"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0439 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score93.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability41.1 / 100
Community Resilience47.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively High
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Volcano Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,626 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 12, 2025.

May 24, 2013 2 km NNE of Canyondam, California M5.7 72 km
May 11, 2023 Lake Almanor Earthquake M5.5 68 km
Apr 30, 2008 3 km NNW of Burnt Ranch, California M5.4 146 km
Aug 10, 2001 3 km N of Blairsden, California M5.2 125 km
May 12, 2023 4km NW of Canyondam, CA M5.2 69 km
Nov 26, 1998 7km NW of Redding, CA M5.1 53 km
Aug 10, 2016 20 km NNE of Upper Lake, California M5.1 147 km
Sep 8, 2023 12 km NE of Burney, CA M5.0 63 km
May 24, 2013 1km NNW of Canyondam, CA M4.9 71 km
Jan 19, 2008 31 km NW of Rancho Tehama Reserve, California M4.7 78 km
Nov 26, 1998 5km NNW of Redding, CA M4.6 51 km
Jan 19, 2008 34 km WNW of Rancho Tehama Reserve, California M4.5 82 km
Jul 21, 1998 4 km NNW of Redding, California M4.5 52 km
Aug 28, 2016 8 km ESE of Mad River, California M4.5 132 km
Aug 4, 2016 5 km WNW of Patton Village, California M4.5 142 km
Mar 9, 1992 8 km SE of Hyampom, California M4.4 130 km
May 10, 2005 10 km NW of Burney, California M4.4 58 km
Apr 5, 2024 6 km NW of Belden, CA M4.4 64 km
Mar 27, 1997 14km SW of Manton, CA M4.4 15 km
May 17, 1995 18 km WSW of Paskenta, California M4.4 102 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
May 25, 2011 EF2 94 km 0
Sep 24, 1986 EF2 58 km 0
May 9, 1980 EF2 46 km 0
May 19, 1953 EF2 80 km 0
Dec 19, 2023 EF1 69 km 0
Mar 26, 2014 EF1 97 km 0
Mar 26, 2014 EF1 95 km 0
Mar 26, 2014 EF1 97 km 0
May 25, 2011 EF1 94 km 0
Mar 23, 1978 EF1 76 km 0
Mar 5, 1978 EF1 61 km 0
Mar 4, 1978 EF1 67 km 0
Apr 25, 2021 EF0 72 km 0
Jan 4, 2021 EF0 54 km 0
Jan 4, 2021 EF0 66 km 0
Nov 18, 2020 EF0 90 km 0
Mar 29, 2014 EF0 66 km 0
Mar 25, 2014 EF0 81 km 0
Apr 4, 2013 EF0 44 km 0
Feb 19, 2013 EF0 48 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lassen Volcanic Center (30 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Lassen Volcanic Center Stratovolcano 3,187 m (10,456 ft) 1917 30 km
Shasta Stratovolcano 4,317 m (14,163 ft) 1250 113 km
Medicine Lake Shield 2,412 m (7,913 ft) 1060 134 km
Clear Lake Volcanic field 1,439 m (4,721 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DIXIE (979,795 ac, 2021).

Year Name Acres Distance
2021 DIXIE 979,795 84 km
2020 NORTH COMPLEX 316,556 99 km
2018 CARR 233,710 70 km
2018 CAMP 153,687 79 km
1990 CAMPBELL 128,266 43 km
2021 MCFARLAND 121,554 92 km
2012 CHIPS 79,978 66 km
2007 MOONLIGHT 65,718 97 km
2018 DELTA 63,732 83 km
1992 FOUNTAIN 62,340 47 km
1999 GUN 2 61,203 28 km
2020 ZOGG 56,941 65 km
2008 BTU LIGHTNING COMPLEX (LONG BRANCH-JACK) 52,091 73 km
2000 STORRIE 49,588 65 km
2012 BAGLEY 47,731 70 km
2018 HIRZ 46,700 72 km
1994 BARKLEY 44,256 35 km
2014 BALD 39,770 67 km
2008 SHU LIGHTNING COMPLEX (MOON) 36,514 70 km
1999 MHRD COMPLEX (BUCKS) 34,459 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 6.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.2 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
November 48°F (9°C) 5.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 5.8 in

Manton has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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Manton is located in Shasta County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.2% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67% of the vote, a 36.5-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 667 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
Traffic Accidents30
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations546
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+65.2%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score4.90
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area17.7 sq mi
CountyShasta County County

Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Avg Download Speed73.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Manton. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$1,075
Toddler$789
Preschool$928
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$903
Toddler$752
Preschool$769
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Shasta 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 15,652 4,338 $57,446 1.56
Retail Trade 8,979 610 $41,559 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 5,899 396 $27,893 0.93
Construction 4,163 590 $75,024 1.13
Administrative & Waste Services 3,238 276 $46,896 0.78
Manufacturing 2,963 152 $77,593 0.51
Other Services 2,420 404 $42,839 1.15
Professional & Technical Services 2,235 464 $77,114 0.46
Finance & Insurance 2,062 216 $80,071 0.72
Transportation & Warehousing 1,751 135 $63,345 0.59
Wholesale Trade 1,565 176 $70,877 0.57
Arts & Entertainment 1,006 70 $25,545 0.85
Real Estate 1,003 243 $54,177 0.92
Educational Services 948 66 $39,758 0.65
Management of Companies 626 28 $99,578 0.53
Utilities 528 18 $166,155 1.98
Information & Technology 477 68 $66,337 0.36
Unclassified 3 8 $39,271 0.03

Radio Stations near Manton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Manton

28 campgrounds found near Manton.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DEKKAS ROCK 5.0/5 1 $170
HIRZ BAY GROUP 2 5.0/5 1 $140
MOORE CREEK 5.0/5 1 $140–$170
Southwest Campground 5.0/5 35 $10–$16
SUMMIT LAKE STOCK CORRAL 5.0/5 1 $37
GURNSEY CREEK 4.5/5 2 $34–$112
HAT CREEK 4.5/5 12 $16–$80
HIRZ MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT 4.5/5 1 $110
MANZANITA LAKE 4.4/5 170 $26
SUMMIT LAKE NORTH 4.4/5 42 $24
LOST CREEK GROUP 4.3/5 8 $62
Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (CA) 4.2/5 22 $96–$149
SUMMIT LAKE SOUTH 4.2/5 45 $22
SYCAMORE GROVE (RED BLUFF) CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 31 $16–$30
ELLERY CREEK 4.1/5 19 $30
Warner Valley Campground 4.1/5 17 $21
HIRZ BAY 3.8/5 47 $30–$60
MANZANITA LAKE GROUP CAMPGROUND 3.7/5 5 $72
HIRZ CABIN 3.6/5 1 $185
MARINERS POINT GROUP CAMPGROUND 3.4/5 $110
BAILEY COVE 3.3/5 7 $30–$60
HIRZ BAY GROUP 1 3.0/5 1 $170
NELSON POINT 1.5/5 1 $23–$120
Camp Discovery Group Camp (Red Bluff Recreation Area) 1 $175
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
Southwest Campground - Winter/Spring Free

National Parks Near Manton

6 national parks and monuments found near Manton.

ParkTypeFee
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 Manton

219+ trails found near Manton.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PACIFIC CREST NATIONAL SCENIC 68.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
PACIFIC CREST NATIONAL SCENIC 55.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
17 ROAD 21.8 SNOW
HUMBOLT 16.0 SNOW
16 ROAD 9.9 SNOW
MCGOWAN CROSS-COUNTRY SKI TRAI 9.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
PARHAM'S POINT TRAIL 8.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUNFLOWER FLAT 8.1 SNOW
BIG LAKE 8.1 SNOW
MANZANITA CHUTES 7.1 SNOW
44 ROAD 6.8 SNOW
MORGAN SUMMIT 6.2 SNOW
CYPRESS 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PARHAM'S POINT TRAIL 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COLBY MTN 5.5 SNOW
SCOTT'S JOHN 5.5 SNOW
ASHPAN FLAT 5.5 SNOW
MCCLURE TRAIL 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MILL CREEK - HWY 172 5.3 SNOW
PELIGREEN JEEP 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
COLBY MTN 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
MILL CREEK 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SPENCER MEADOW LOOP 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RED LAKE 4.4 SNOW
TURNER MOUNTAIN 4.2 SNOW
MILL CREEK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PEAR LAKE LOOP - 28 ROAD 4.1 SNOW
HAT CREEK FISHERMAN'S TRAIL 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MAGEE LAKE 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TAMARACK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SPENCER MEADOW 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BUNCHGRASS CREEK 4.0 SNOW
GRAHAMS PINERY/DEVILS DEN ISHI 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MILL CREEK 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HAT CREEK RIM 3.8 SNOW
BLUE LAKE 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HAT RIM TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
SUMMIT LAKE 3.5 SNOW
HEART LAKE NRT 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HEART LAKE NRT 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NORTH BATTLE CREEK 3.2 SNOW
ASHPAN BUTTE 3.2 SNOW
DEER CREEK ISHI 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PELIGREEN JEEP 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
JONESVILLE CANYON TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE GRAPEVINE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
GRASSY LAKE HIGH LAKES 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
BAILEY COVE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLIKAPUDI 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SUNFLOWER FLAT 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WATERS GULCH 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MILL CREEK 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
JEEP TRAIL 2.6 SNOW
MOAK 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROCK CREEK HIGH LAKES 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
BUENA VISTA TRAIL ISHI 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
GRASSY LAKE HIGH LAKES 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RANCHERIA TRAIL ISHI 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TURNER MOUNTAIN 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LASSEN TRAIL ISHI 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LAKE RED BLUFF TRAIL 2.2
SPENCER MEADOW 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BOAT GUNWALE TIE ISHI 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PELIGREEN JEEP 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
MURKEN LAVA 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
MILL CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MURKEN LAVA 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
MURPHY OHV 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
DEER CREEK ISHI 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG SMOKEY 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HIRZ BAY 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEKKAS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
DEEP HOLE TIE ISHI 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
INDIAN RIDGE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
CARTER MEADOWS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SPATTERCONE CREST TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KINGSLEY COVE ISHI 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
Unnamed 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SNAG LAKE 1.1 SNOW
MILL CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI C 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POISON SPRING OHV 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SHASTA VIEW TRAIL 1.1
LASSEN TRAIL ISHI 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LONG LAKE HIGH LAKES 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
INDIAN RIDGE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CLIKAPUDI 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
POISON SPRING OHV 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
33N20 CONNECTOR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
HEART LAKE NRT 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
DEAD COW FLAT 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
PELIGREEN PLACE EAST 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
CYPRESS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCK CREEK HIGH LAKES 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
PELIGREEN PLACE EAST 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
MOAK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HORSEBACK RIDGE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
HEART LAKE NRT 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
COLBY MTN 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
DEKKAS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PELIGREEN JEEP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
SADDLE LAKE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
POTATO BUTTE 15 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
MORRIS LAKE HIGH LAKES 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
PACKERS FISH LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MURKEN LAVA 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
TAMARACK MAGEE TIE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BUTT MOUNTAIN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAMWELL CAVE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MURKEN LAVA 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
INDIAN RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 7 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
SUBWAY CAVE INTERPRETIVE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEEP HOLE TIE ISHI 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PAYNE SPRING CABIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
EAST PACKERS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POTATO BUTTE 6 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
PACKERS OVERLOOK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DEER CREEK ISHI 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BUENA VISTA TRAIL ISHI 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
LAKE EILER 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
EDNA'S TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MILL CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MILL CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
POTATO BUTTE 14 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
POISON SPRING OHV 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 19 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 23 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 9 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
33N26Y CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
COYOTE SPRING CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTEM FALLS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED BLUFF NATURE TRAIL 0.3
BOAT GUNWALE TIE ISHI 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
POTATO BUTTE 17 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 24 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI A 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
POTATO BUTTE 25 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
HEART LAKE NRT 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TAMARACK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DEER CREEK DISPERSED 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
POTATO BUTTE 45 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 8 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
CYPRESS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MAGEE PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SNO-33N56E CONNECTOR 0.2 SNOW
33N56E CONNECTOR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 21 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
Unnamed 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
MOAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
35N22A EXT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH ANTELOPE DISPERSED 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
34N22 SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
POND TRAIL 0.2
LOST CREEK SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
MILL CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MILL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RANCHERIA TRAIL ISHI 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SPENCER MEADOW LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MURKEN B 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
DISCOVERY GARDEN TRAIL/LRB 0.1
CARR POISON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 11 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LAKE RED BLUFF TRAIL EAST 0.1
COLD SPRINGS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
POTATO BUTTE 18 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 13 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI B 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
Unnamed 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 16 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
FISH CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
MURKEN LAVA 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
PENNY PINES INTERP. TRAIL 0.1 ASPHALT Yes
CLIKAPUDI 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MILL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DRY BURNEY CREEK SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CABIN SPRINGS DISPERSED 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
32N20 SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
MURKEN A 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
LOST LAKE WARMING 0.1 SNOW
Unnamed 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
LONG LAKE HIGH LAKES 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WILLOW SPRING DISPERSED 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTATO BUTTE 9 SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WATERS GULCH 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes
Unnamed 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WATERS GULCH 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes
32N20E SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TRAILER PARK SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
EAST PACKERS 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
OLD STATION ACCESS TRAIL 0.0 ASPHALT Yes
PACKERS OVERLOOK 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WATERS GULCH 0.0 ASPHALT Yes Yes
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HAT RIM TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
MURKEN B 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Manton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SHINGLETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5304743291$9,572
MANTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION310 N MICHIGAN AVE
OAK RUN HISTORY GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION12608 OAK RUN RD5304723241

Farmers Markets in Manton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mountain Certified Market31292 Alpine MeadowsJune to OctoberTue:4:00 PM - 6:00 PM;YesVisit

Cell Towers in Manton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Shingletown Site 6914 Mobile Park DriveTOWER46
TURNER MOUNTAIN LOOKOUTMTOWER25
TURNER MOUNTAIN LOOKOUTMTOWER25
25255 Highway 36LTOWER20
25255 Highway 36LTOWER20
25255 Highway 36 (9971)LTOWER20
25255 Highway 36 (9971)LTOWER20

Power Plants Near Manton

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
PONDEROSA BAILEY CREEKCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-121.8OP
VOLTA 2CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-121.9OP
VOLTA 1CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-121.9OP
SOUTHCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-121.9OP
INSKIPCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-122.0OS

Bridges in Manton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete196725496F
Truss (Thru)Steel193582492F
Tee BeamConcrete193564355G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel197129162F
SlabConcrete continuous19716257F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193811150G
SlabConcrete19502850F
SlabConcrete20034340G

Airports Near Manton

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Red Bluff Municipal AirportRBLMedium Airport
Redding Municipal AirportRDDMedium Airport
Benton FieldBZFSmall Airport
Canal View AirportSmall Airport
Chico Regional AirportCICSmall Airport
Corning Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Deer Creek Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Double Creek Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dymesich AirportSmall Airport
Fall River Mills AirportSmall Airport
Flying N Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Haigh FieldSmall Airport
Kracker Jack Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Lake California Air ParkSmall Airport
Michael Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Paradise Skypark AirportPYSSmall Airport
Ponderosa Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Ranchaero AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Tehama AirportSmall Airport
Rogers FieldSmall Airport
Seth's Freedom FieldSmall Airport
Southard FieldSmall Airport
Steele AirportSmall Airport
Tews FieldSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Manton

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Coldbrook Farm FFABFarmers and Markets32580 Forward Rd

Post Offices in Manton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Manton Postal Service

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Frequently Asked Questions About Manton

What is the population of Manton?

Manton has a population of 628 residents and is located in California. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 17.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.6% female and 42.4% male.

Is Manton expensive to live in?

Manton 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 $132,535, 76% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $427,400 (52% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Manton safe?

Public safety is a concern in Manton, 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, Manton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Manton?

Manton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Manton?

The job market in Manton is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,141. There are 8,748 business establishments in the area, including 430 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Manton?

The median home value in Manton is $427,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,773. The homeownership rate is 69.6%. The average annual property tax is $4,628.

How are the schools in Manton?

Schools in Manton have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 6.3% of adults in Manton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.2% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Manton?

The obesity rate in Manton is 30.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.5% of adults are smokers. 23.2% are physically inactive. 27.4% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 79.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,283.

What are the demographics of Manton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Manton is 50.8% White. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.2% speak Spanish. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 22.3% of residents have a disability. 91.5% have health insurance coverage.

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