Shasta, CA

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Shasta Overview

1,376
TOTAL POPULATION
770
MALE POPULATION
606
FEMALE POPULATION
127.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
78.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$51,003
PER CAPITA INCOME
$91,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$108,438
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
645
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Shasta Area Codes

Race in Shasta

The most populous races in Shasta are White / Caucasian (1,203 | 87.4%), Two or more Races (81 | 5.9%), and Asian (35 | 2.5%).
Race in Shasta
Race# Population% Population
Asian352.5%
Black / African American151.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino302.2%
Native / Alaskan151.1%
White / Caucasian1,20387.4%
Two or more Races815.9%
Some other Race272.0%
Total1,376100.0%

Ancestry in Shasta

The most populous ancestries reported in Shasta are German (362 | 26.3%), Irish (216 | 15.7%), English (187 | 13.6%), Danish (128 | 9.3%), and American (77 | 5.6%), together accounting for 70.5% of all Shasta residents.
Ancestry in Shasta
Ancestry# Population% Population
American775.6%
Bangladeshi50.4%
Basque120.9%
Danish1289.3%
Dutch251.8%
English18713.6%
European594.3%
Finnish70.5%
French533.8%
German36226.3%
Indian (Asian)302.2%
Irish21615.7%
Italian191.4%
Korean473.4%
Mexican161.2%
Mexican American Indian151.1%
Northern European523.8%
Norwegian201.5%
Pennsylvania German40.3%
Polish50.4%
Portuguese332.4%
Russian50.4%
Scotch-Irish40.3%
Scottish201.5%
Spanish141.0%
Swedish634.6%
Welsh100.7%
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Immigrants in Shasta

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shasta came from Asia (25 | 1.8%), China (25 | 1.8%), Eastern Asia (25 | 1.8%), Taiwan (25 | 1.8%), and Canada (11 | 0.8%), together accounting for 8.1% of all Shasta residents.
Immigrants in Shasta
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia251.8%
Azores40.3%
Canada110.8%
China251.8%
Eastern Asia251.8%
Europe40.3%
Portugal40.3%
Southern Europe40.3%
Taiwan251.8%
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Sex and Age in Shasta

Sex and Age in Shasta

The most populous age groups in Shasta are 40 to 44 Years (90 | 11.7%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (70 | 11.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Shasta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years40 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years41 (5.3%)24 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Years41 (5.3%)25 (4.1%)
15 to 19 Years22 (2.9%)40 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years47 (6.1%)59 (9.7%)
25 to 29 Years65 (8.4%)50 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Years22 (2.9%)11 (1.8%)
35 to 39 Years24 (3.1%)27 (4.5%)
40 to 44 Years90 (11.7%)22 (3.6%)
45 to 49 Years81 (10.5%)70 (11.6%)
50 to 54 Years56 (7.3%)46 (7.6%)
55 to 59 Years28 (3.6%)25 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years66 (8.6%)55 (9.1%)
65 to 69 Years28 (3.6%)28 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years43 (5.6%)50 (8.3%)
75 to 79 Years28 (3.6%)43 (7.1%)
80 to 84 Years48 (6.2%)28 (4.6%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (0.5%)
Total770 (100.0%)606 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Shasta

Median Family Size in Shasta

The median family size in Shasta is 2.89 persons per family, with single female/mother families (24 | 6.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.38 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (267 | 73.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Shasta
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple267 (73.0%)2.84
Single Male/Father75 (20.5%)2.91
Single Female/Mother24 (6.6%)3.38
Total Families366 (100.0%)2.89

Median Household Size in Shasta

The median household size in Shasta is 2.77 persons per household, with single female/mother households (24 | 4.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.38 persons per household. non-family households (130 | 26.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.68 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Shasta
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple267 (53.8%)2.86
Single Male/Father75 (15.1%)3.85
Single Female/Mother24 (4.8%)4.38
Non-family130 (26.2%)1.68
Total Households496 (100.0%)2.77

Household Size by Marriage Status in Shasta

Out of a total of 496 households in Shasta, 366 (73.8%) are family households, while 130 (26.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 203, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 2-person households, comprising 99.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shasta
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-31 (6.2%)
2-Person Households203 (40.9%)99 (20.0%)
3-Person Households42 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households65 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households33 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total366 (73.8%)130 (26.2%)

Female Fertility in Shasta

Fertility by Age in Shasta

Average fertility rate in Shasta is 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Shasta
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years8 (100.0%)67.0
Total8 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shasta

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shasta
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Shasta

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Shasta
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree8 (100.0%)101.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shasta

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shasta
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Shasta

Income Overview in Shasta

Per Capita Income in Shasta is $51,003, while median incomes of families and households are $91,500 and $108,438 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,376$51,003
Median Family Income366$91,500
Mean Family Income366$117,126
Median Household Income496$108,438
Mean Household Income496$145,725
Income Deficit366$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,3760.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,376100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3760.46

Earnings by Sex in Shasta

Earnings by Sex in Shasta
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male323 (50.5%)$56,151
Female317 (49.5%)$0
Total640 (100.0%)$53,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shasta

The most common earnings brackets in Shasta are $100,000+ for men (109 | 33.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (53 | 16.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shasta
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less13 (4.0%)53 (16.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4995 (1.5%)4 (1.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)17 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49933 (10.2%)8 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49911 (3.4%)11 (3.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99918 (5.6%)20 (6.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99933 (10.2%)24 (7.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)19 (6.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99917 (5.3%)4 (1.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9993 (0.9%)25 (7.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99938 (11.8%)38 (12.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99915 (4.6%)42 (13.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (5.3%)7 (2.2%)
$100,000+109 (33.8%)39 (12.3%)
Total323 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shasta

Average earnings in Shasta are $65,750 for men and $57,548 for women, a difference of 12.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,119, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $25,179. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,769, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $33,026.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shasta
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$25,179$0
College or Associate's Degree$55,119$70,769
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$65,750$57,548

Family Income in Shasta

Family Income Brackets in Shasta

According to the Shasta family income data, there are 83 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Shasta
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99971.9%
$15,000 to $24,999164.4%
$25,000 to $34,99941.1%
$35,000 to $49,9998322.7%
$50,000 to $74,999236.3%
$75,000 to $99,9998021.9%
$100,000 to $149,9994712.8%
$150,000 to $199,9995615.3%
$200,000+5013.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shasta

5-person families (26 | 7.1%) account for the highest median family income in Shasta with $168,929 per family, while 2-person families (222 | 60.7%) have the highest median income of $44,062 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shasta
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families222 (60.7%)$88,125
3-Person Families59 (16.1%)$0
4-Person Families52 (14.2%)$87,083
5-Person Families26 (7.1%)$168,929
6-Person Families7 (1.9%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total366 (100.0%)$91,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shasta

The median family income in Shasta is $91,500, with families comprising 3+ earners (53) having the highest median family income of $170,461, while families with no earners (115) have the lowest median family income of $47,054, accounting for 14.5% and 31.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Shasta
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners115 (31.4%)$47,054
1 Earner112 (30.6%)$95,238
2 Earners86 (23.5%)$169,643
3+ Earners53 (14.5%)$170,461
Total366 (100.0%)$91,500

Household Income in Shasta

Household Income Brackets in Shasta

With 116 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Shasta, accounting for 23.4% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.8%) fall into the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Shasta
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00051.0%
$10,000 to $14,999255.0%
$15,000 to $24,99951.0%
$25,000 to $34,99940.8%
$35,000 to $49,9997014.1%
$50,000 to $74,9995611.3%
$75,000 to $99,9998016.1%
$100,000 to $149,99911623.4%
$150,000 to $199,9996112.3%
$200,000+7414.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Shasta

The median household income in Shasta is $108,438, with the highest median household income of $137,740 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 113 households (22.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Shasta
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years113 (22.8%)$137,740
45 to 64 Years196 (39.5%)$118,750
65+ Years187 (37.7%)$60,481
Total496 (100.0%)$108,438

Poverty in Shasta

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shasta

With 11.9% poverty level for males and 9.6% for females among the residents of Shasta, under 5 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 26 males (65.0%) and 20 females (25.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shasta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (65.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years11 (35.5%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years15 (28.8%)14 (18.4%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years24 (17.5%)5 (4.3%)
55 to 64 Years16 (17.0%)20 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (24.3%)
Total92 (11.9%)57 (9.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shasta

According to the poverty statistics in Shasta, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shasta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years20 (64.5%)6 (100.0%)
15 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years37 (71.2%)62 (81.6%)
25 to 34 Years87 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years114 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years113 (82.5%)111 (95.7%)
55 to 64 Years78 (83.0%)60 (75.0%)
65 to 74 Years71 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)
75 Years and over76 (100.0%)56 (75.7%)
Total678 (88.0%)535 (90.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shasta

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Shasta show that 1.5% or 4 of the total 267 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.0%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shasta
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children198 (98.0%)4 (2.0%)
1 or 2 Children43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (98.5%)4 (1.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shasta

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shasta
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children7 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shasta

The poverty data for Shasta shows that 4 of the married-couple family households (1.5%) and 18 of the single-parent households (18.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (2.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shasta
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children4 (2.0%)7 (8.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (1.5%)18 (18.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Shasta

Employment by Class of Employer in Shasta

Among the 557 employed individuals in Shasta, private company employees (263 | 47.2%), state government employees (107 | 19.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (69 | 12.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Shasta
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees26347.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)193.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6912.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations376.6%
Local Government Employees447.9%
State Government Employees10719.2%
Federal Government Employees183.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total557100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Shasta

According to the labor force statistics for Shasta, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,196), 53.9% or 645 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.1% or 65 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 33 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.5% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Shasta
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years43 (81.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years73 (68.9%)8 (11.0%)
25 to 29 Years72 (62.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years63 (38.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years230 (90.9%)41 (17.8%)
55 to 59 Years28 (52.8%)4 (14.3%)
60 to 64 Years54 (44.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years49 (32.9%)12 (24.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total645 (53.9%)65 (10.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shasta

According to labor force statistics for Shasta, 65.0% of individuals (480) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (738) are in the labor force, with 9.4% or 45 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.3% or 248 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 34.2% or 27 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shasta
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma79 (32.4%)83 (34.2%)
College / Associate Degree153 (71.8%)25 (11.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher248 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total480 (65.0%)69 (9.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Shasta

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shasta are Health Diagnosing & Treating (98 | 16.9%), Community & Social Service (69 | 11.9%), Management (65 | 11.2%), Health Technologists (60 | 10.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (37 | 6.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Shasta

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shasta, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (73.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (53.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Shasta
OccupationMaleFemale
Management48 (73.9%)17 (26.2%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (16.7%)25 (83.3%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science5 (27.8%)13 (72.2%)
Community & Social Service 32 (46.4%)37 (53.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library13 (35.1%)24 (64.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating52 (53.1%)46 (46.9%)
Health Technologists18 (30.0%)42 (70.0%)
Total (Category)137 (51.3%)130 (48.7%)
Total (Overall)297 (51.2%)283 (48.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Shasta are Security & Protection (59 | 10.2%), Law Enforcement (33 | 5.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (26 | 4.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (25 | 4.3%), and Personal Care & Service (19 | 3.3%).
Services Occupations in Shasta

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Shasta, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (84.0%), Law Enforcement (51.5%), and Security & Protection (28.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Shasta
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Security & Protection17 (28.8%)42 (71.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance21 (84.0%)4 (16.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)38 (32.2%)80 (67.8%)
Total (Overall)297 (51.2%)283 (48.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shasta are Office & Administration (72 | 12.4%), and Sales & Related (37 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Shasta

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Shasta
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration5 (6.9%)67 (93.1%)
Total (Category)42 (38.5%)67 (61.5%)
Total (Overall)297 (51.2%)283 (48.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shasta are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 3.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Shasta

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Shasta
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)297 (51.2%)283 (48.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shasta are Production (26 | 4.5%), Transportation (17 | 2.9%), and Material Moving (14 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Shasta

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Shasta
OccupationMaleFemale
Production26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving8 (57.1%)6 (42.9%)
Total (Category)51 (89.5%)6 (10.5%)
Total (Overall)297 (51.2%)283 (48.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Shasta

Employment Industries in Shasta

The major employment industries in Shasta include Health Care & Social Assistance (136 | 23.4%), Public Administration (72 | 12.4%), Educational Services (68 | 11.7%), Manufacturing (57 | 9.8%), and Retail Trade (54 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries in Shasta

Employment Industries by Sex in Shasta

The Shasta industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shasta
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade48 (88.9%)6 (11.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities5 (29.4%)12 (70.6%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific13 (30.2%)30 (69.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Educational Services29 (42.6%)39 (57.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance57 (41.9%)79 (58.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services11 (42.3%)15 (57.7%)
Public Administration22 (30.6%)50 (69.4%)
Total297 (51.2%)283 (48.8%)

Education in Shasta

School Enrollment in Shasta

The most common levels of schooling among the 290 students in Shasta are college / undergraduate (101 | 34.8%), middle school (62 | 21.4%), and elementary school (45 | 15.5%).
School Enrollment in Shasta
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4114.1%
Kindergarten51.7%
Elementary School4515.5%
Middle School6221.4%
High School3612.4%
College / Undergraduate10134.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total290100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shasta

Out of a total of 290 students who are enrolled in schools in Shasta, 75 (25.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 215 (74.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 26 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shasta
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old58 (89.2%)7 (10.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds52 (83.9%)10 (16.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds25 (52.1%)23 (47.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total215 (74.1%)75 (25.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shasta

Bio, nature & agricultural (84 | 21.4%), social sciences (71 | 18.1%), arts & humanities (42 | 10.7%), science & technology (34 | 8.7%), and literature & languages (28 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 392 individuals in Shasta who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shasta
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics61.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8421.4%
Physical & Health Sciences143.6%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences7118.1%
Engineering20.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology348.7%
Business184.6%
Education266.6%
Literature & Languages287.1%
Liberal Arts & History164.1%
Visual & Performing Arts246.1%
Communications276.9%
Arts & Humanities4210.7%
Total392100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Shasta

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shasta

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shasta are males with 3 vehicles (112, accounting for 39.2%) and females with 3 vehicles (65, making up 41.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shasta
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle17 (5.9%)21 (7.7%)
2 Vehicles93 (32.5%)75 (27.7%)
3 Vehicles112 (39.2%)65 (24.0%)
4 Vehicles64 (22.4%)110 (40.6%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total286 (100.0%)271 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Shasta

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shasta are 20 to 24 minutes (169 commuters, 32.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (111 commuters, 21.6%), and 30 to 34 minutes (42 commuters, 8.2%).
Commute Time in Shasta
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes214.1%
5 to 9 Minutes285.4%
10 to 14 Minutes11121.6%
15 to 19 Minutes387.4%
20 to 24 Minutes16932.9%
25 to 29 Minutes142.7%
30 to 34 Minutes428.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes193.7%
45 to 59 Minutes173.3%
60 to 89 Minutes316.0%
90 or more Minutes244.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Shasta

The most common commute times in Shasta are 10 to 14 minutes (81 commuters, 30.8%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (137 commuters, 54.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Shasta
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes21 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes15 (5.7%)13 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes81 (30.8%)30 (11.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes27 (10.3%)11 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes32 (12.2%)137 (54.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes15 (5.7%)27 (10.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)19 (7.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes17 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes31 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes24 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shasta

The most frequent times of departure to work in Shasta are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (61, 23.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (65, 25.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shasta
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM49 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM18 (6.8%)19 (7.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (1.9%)40 (15.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM35 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM33 (12.6%)40 (15.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)17 (6.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM20 (7.6%)65 (25.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM25 (9.5%)40 (15.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (2.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM17 (6.5%)4 (1.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (4.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM61 (23.2%)10 (4.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (100.0%)251 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Shasta

Occupancy by Ownership in Shasta

Of the total 496 dwellings in Shasta, owner-occupied units account for 440 (88.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 56 (11.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Shasta
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units44088.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5611.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units496100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Shasta

Occupancy by Household Size in Shasta
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household316.2%
2-Person Household30260.9%
3-Person Household428.5%
4+ Person Household12124.4%
Total Housing Units496100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shasta

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shasta
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household251 (83.1%)51 (16.9%)
3-Person Household42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household116 (95.9%)5 (4.1%)
Total Housing Units440 (88.7%)56 (11.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shasta

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shasta
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma48 (72.7%)18 (27.3%)
College/Associate Degree178 (89.4%)21 (10.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher188 (91.7%)17 (8.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shasta

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shasta
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7014.1%
35 to 44 Years438.7%
45 to 54 Years11423.0%
55 to 64 Years8216.5%
65 to 74 Years7214.5%
75 to 84 Years11222.6%
85 Years and Over30.6%
Total496100.0%

Housing Finances in Shasta

Median Income by Occupancy in Shasta

Median Income by Occupancy in Shasta
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied440 (88.7%)$109,063
Renter-Occupied56 (11.3%)$89,583
Average496 (100.0%)$108,438

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shasta

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shasta
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99925 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9995 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99970 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99938 (8.6%)18 (32.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99968 (15.4%)12 (21.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99995 (21.6%)21 (37.5%)
$150,000 or more130 (29.5%)5 (8.9%)
Total440 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shasta

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shasta
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30012 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49934 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79937 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99934 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499120 (27.3%)38 (67.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99984 (19.1%)13 (23.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49930 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99918 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more71 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Shasta

Housing Structures in Shasta

Housing Structures in Shasta
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached49299.2%
Single Unit, Attached40.8%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total496100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shasta

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shasta
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached436 (88.6%)56 (11.4%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (88.7%)56 (11.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shasta

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shasta
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms21 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms152 (34.5%)46 (82.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms127 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms140 (31.8%)10 (17.9%)
Total440 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shasta

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shasta
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas11 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas180 (40.9%)39 (69.6%)
Electricity88 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene60 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels101 (23.0%)17 (30.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Shasta

Household Vehicle Usage in Shasta
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle18 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle55 (12.5%)13 (23.2%)
2 Vehicles164 (37.3%)33 (58.9%)
3 or more Vehicles203 (46.1%)10 (17.9%)
Total440 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Shasta

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shasta

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units137303
Median Property Value$368,300$401,000
Median Household Income$75,521$105
Monthly Housing Costs$719$71
Real Estate Taxes$1,875$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shasta

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shasta
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)7 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99920 (14.6%)62 (20.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99971 (51.8%)131 (43.2%)
$500,000 to $749,99937 (27.0%)71 (23.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9992 (1.5%)14 (4.6%)
$1,000,000 or more7 (5.1%)18 (5.9%)
Total137 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shasta

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shasta
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9995 (3.6%)5 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (2.9%)25 (8.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (23.4%)45 (14.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99929 (21.2%)6 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (12.4%)39 (12.9%)
$150,000 or more25 (18.2%)78 (25.7%)
Total137 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shasta

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shasta
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x11 (8.0%)128,942 (42,555.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x25 (18.2%)42 (13.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x30 (21.9%)71 (23.4%)
4.0x or more71 (51.8%)43 (14.2%)
Total137 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shasta

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shasta
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49931 (22.6%)25 (8.3%)
$800 to $1,499106 (77.4%)62 (20.5%)
Total137 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Shasta

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shasta

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shasta
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years140 (90.3%)15 (9.7%)
26 to 34 Years104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years235 (92.9%)18 (7.1%)
55 to 64 Years174 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,343 (97.6%)33 (2.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shasta

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shasta
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen140 (90.3%)15 (9.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shasta

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shasta
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00047 (90.4%)5 (9.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999255 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over742 (96.4%)28 (3.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shasta

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shasta
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years4 (2.4%)168 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years50 (32.3%)90 (58.1%)
25 to 34 Years21 (20.2%)104 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)163 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years65 (25.7%)170 (67.2%)
55 to 64 Years32 (18.4%)145 (83.3%)
65 to 74 Years138 (92.6%)78 (52.3%)
75 Years and over150 (100.0%)98 (65.3%)
Total460 (33.4%)1,076 (78.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shasta

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shasta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (11.3%)50 (20.4%)
65 to 74 Years17 (23.9%)7 (9.0%)
75 Years and over4 (5.3%)52 (70.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shasta

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Shasta: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (11.3%)12 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years13 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (5.3%)34 (46.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Shasta: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (5.2%)14 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (13.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Shasta: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (6.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (6.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Shasta: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)24 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years4 (5.6%)2 (2.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)36 (48.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Shasta: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (31.1%)

Technology Access in Shasta

Computing Device Access in Shasta

Computing Device Access in Shasta
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop46593.8%
Smartphone44289.1%
Tablet32765.9%
No Computing Device183.6%
Total496100.0%

Internet Access in Shasta

Internet Access in Shasta
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home25852.0%
Cellular Data Only244.8%
Satellite Internet17034.3%
No Internet438.7%
Total496100.0%

Shasta Summary

Shasta, California is a small city located in the northern part of the state, in Shasta County. It is situated at the base of Mount Shasta, a 14,179-foot dormant volcano, and is surrounded by the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The city is home to a population of approximately 10,000 people, and is the county seat of Shasta County.

History

The area that is now Shasta was first inhabited by the Wintu and Achomawi Native American tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1850s, and the town of Shasta was officially founded in 1854. The town was named after Mount Shasta, which was named by explorer Peter Skene Ogden in 1826.
In the late 1800s, Shasta became a popular destination for gold miners, and the town grew rapidly. The city was incorporated in 1887, and the population had grown to over 1,000 by the turn of the century.
In the early 1900s, Shasta was a popular tourist destination, and the city was home to several resorts and hotels. The city also became a popular destination for outdoor recreation, and the nearby Shasta Lake was a popular spot for fishing and boating.

Geography

Shasta is located in the northern part of California, in Shasta County. The city is situated at the base of Mount Shasta, a 14,179-foot dormant volcano, and is surrounded by the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The city is located at an elevation of 1,890 feet, and has a total area of 4.2 square miles.
The climate in Shasta is classified as a Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The average high temperature in the summer is around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average low temperature in the winter is around 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of Shasta is largely based on tourism and outdoor recreation. The city is home to several resorts and hotels, as well as a variety of restaurants and shops. The nearby Shasta Lake is a popular spot for fishing and boating, and the city is also home to several parks and trails.
The city is also home to several manufacturing and industrial businesses, including a paper mill and a lumber mill. The city is also home to a variety of service-based businesses, including medical and legal services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Shasta was 10,164. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 0.7% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 6.7% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
The median household income in Shasta was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income in Shasta was $20,845. About 15.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Shasta?
Total Population of Shasta is 1,376.
What is the Total Male Population of Shasta?
Total Male Population of Shasta is 770.
What is the Total Female Population of Shasta?
Total Female Population of Shasta is 606.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shasta?
There are 127.06 Males per 100 Females in Shasta.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shasta?
There are 78.70 Females per 100 Males in Shasta.
What is the Median Population Age in Shasta?
Median Population Age in Shasta is 47.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shasta
Average Family Size in Shasta is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shasta
Average Household Size in Shasta is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shasta?
Per Capita income in Shasta is $51,003.
What is the Median Family Income in Shasta?
Median Family Income in Shasta is $91,500.
What is the Median Household income in Shasta?
Median Household Income in Shasta is $108,438.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shasta?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shasta is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shasta?
There are 645 People in the Labor Forcein in Shasta.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shasta?
53.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Shasta.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shasta?
Unemployment Rate in Shasta is 10.1%.