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Tahoe Vista, CA

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Tahoe Vista is a small town in California with a population of 821. Residents earn $98,264 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
821 Population 302/sq mi density
$98,264 Median Income $57,771 per capita
$817,100 Home Value $791,366 Zillow
$1,027 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$98,264 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$817,100 home value, $1,027/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,264
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $817,100
190% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.3%
58% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,027
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population821
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,264
Per Capita$57,771
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$127M
Commute20 min

Housing

D
Home Value$817,100
Rent$1,027
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$791,366
Housing Units1,576
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity28.1%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking9.1%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation6,485 ft (1,977 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.3%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+23.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Broadband74.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Tahoe Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tahoe Vista receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Tahoe Vista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tahoe Vista is $98,264, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Tahoe Vista among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tahoe Vista is $817,100, making it a premium housing market at 190% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,027 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Tahoe Vista is a highly educated community — 53.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tahoe Vista has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Tahoe Vista has a population of 821 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

821
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tahoe Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.5%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.5%
53% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tahoe Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tahoe Vista is $98,264, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tahoe Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,264
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,771
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Tahoe Vista is $817,100, 190% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,027 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $791,366.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$817,100
190% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$791,366

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,027
12% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

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-Occupied87.9%
Housing Units1,576
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.52%
In Tahoe Vista, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.1% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tahoe Vista vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.1%
35% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Dentists1:1,609
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits68.5%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Tahoe Vista has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.2 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.2 inches
23% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,485 ft (1,977 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates39.2468°N, 120.0586°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 53.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 74.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.3%
58% above US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+23.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.1%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home13.9%

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