Living in Siskiyou County, California

Siskiyou County is a county in California with a population of around 43,539. The main communities are Yreka, Mount Shasta, Weed.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $856/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $292K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 6.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 44°F) and cool summers (highs around 75°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

Siskiyou County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 48 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.