Shingletown, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Shingletown is a small town in California with a population of 2,188. Residents earn $74,242 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,188 Population 89/sq mi density
$74,242 Median Income $43,574 per capita
$244,800 Home Value $315,040 Zillow
$1,068 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$74,242 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$244,800 home value, $1,068/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,242
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,800
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,068
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,188
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,242
Per Capita$43,574
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,800
Rent$1,068
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$315,040

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation3,646 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+90.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Shingletown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shingletown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Shingletown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shingletown is $74,242, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shingletown is $244,800, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Shingletown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Shingletown has a population of 2,188 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 7.9% Hispanic.

Population

2,188
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
24.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Shingletown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shingletown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shingletown is $74,242, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Shingletown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,242
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,574
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below 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
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Shingletown is $244,800, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,068 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,040.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,800
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$315,040
Median List Price$269,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$269,900
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio102.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,068
8% below US avg

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-Occupied94.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Shingletown, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Shingletown has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,646 ft (1,111 m)
Area24.6 sq mi (63.6 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates40.5061°N, 121.8557°W
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area24.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home19.6%

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