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Shaver Lake, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Shaver Lake is a small town in California with a population of 355. Residents earn $131,875 per year, which is 75% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
355 Population 11/sq mi density
$131,875 Median Income $62,961 per capita
$582,800 Home Value $570,346 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$131,875 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$582,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $131,875
75% higher than US avg
Home Value $582,800
107% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.2%
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population355
Median Age68.6 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$131,875
Per Capita$62,961
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$8,846M
Commute69 min

Housing

A
Home Value$582,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$570,346
Housing Units2,064
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking12.9%
Depression25.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation5,344 ft (1,629 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.2%
High School+99.1%
Graduate+29.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute69 min
Broadband92.5%
Libraries7

Is Shaver Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shaver Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.7 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. Shaver Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shaver Lake is $131,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 75% above $75,149. This places Shaver Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 69 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shaver Lake is $582,800, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Shaver Lake is a highly educated community — 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Shaver Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Shaver Lake has a population of 355 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 68.6 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).

Population

355
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
68.6yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
32.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shaver Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shaver Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shaver Lake is $131,875, which is 75% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 69 minutes.

Income: Shaver Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$131,875
75% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,638
County GDP$8,846M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare232
Retail338
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time69.0 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Shaver Lake is $582,800, 107% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $570,346.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$582,800
107% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$570,346
Median List Price$704,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$704,500
$/Sq Ft$317
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio93.1%
Price Drops4.8%
Inventory42

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

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-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units2,064
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate0.80%
In Shaver Lake, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities232
Shaver Lake has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,344 ft (1,629 m)
Area32.3 sq mi (83.6 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates37.0992°N, 119.3257°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.2%
52% above US avg
High School+99.1%
Graduate Degree+29.1%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area32.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities232
Restaurants241
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute69.0 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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