Living in Plumas County, California

Plumas County is a county in California with a population of around 18,807. The main communities are Portola.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $916/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $385K. The county has a relatively high unemployment rate at 8.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 41°F) and cool summers (highs around 74°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

Plumas County has older demographics, with a median age of 52 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.