Susanville, CA
Full City Profile · California · Lassen County County
Susanville, CA
At a Glance
How Susanville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Susanville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Susanville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Susanville residents earn a median household income of $57,607 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,764. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 784 business establishments, including 45 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Susanville is $234,000 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $241,335. Median rent is $905/month, with 24.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Susanville reports 687 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,202/100K.
Education
10.4% of adults in Susanville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 71.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Susanville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches.