Best Places to Live in Alturas, California

Living in Alturas, CA is a great experience for those who value peace and quiet. Alturas is a small rural town in northern California that boasts beautiful scenery and friendly locals. The town is surrounded by lush forests and stunning mountain ranges, with plenty of outdoor activities to explore. Many people come to Alturas for its calm atmosphere, unique stores and great food. There are plenty of options for entertainment including antiquing, art galleries, music venues and more. Despite being relatively small, Alturas has all the amenities one could need for a comfortable life.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Alturas is 8.9% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Alturas jobs have increased by 0.9%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Alturas's cost of living is 20.8% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Alturas's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Alturas, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Modoc county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 71.2% to 26.3%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Alturas's population is 2,693 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 7.8%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 15.2 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Alturas is $155,500. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 3.9%.

SCHOOLS

Alturas public schools spend $9,653 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 18.5 students per teacher in Alturas. More Education

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Housing Market in Alturas

It's a good time to buy in Alturas. Home Appreciation is up 3.9% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Alturas is $155,500.

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