Living in Modoc County, California

Modoc County is a county in California with a population of around 8,841. The main communities are Alturas.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $717/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $191K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 6.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 40°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Modoc County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 48 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.