LIFESTYLE – LIVING IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

According to Sperling’s Best Places, the Northern California Cost of Living is among the lowest in the Western United States.

The region’s educational system includes great public and private schools, quality early childhood education, high schools scoring above average in STAR (Standardized Testing and Reporting) and SAT exams, an excellent community college, private, accredited, four-year colleges, and a nearby university. Schools range from small sites of less than 100 students in grade school to large high schools serving over 1,000 students.

In 2014 Shasta High School posted a graduation rate of 97.6%. And of 1,511 children ages 5-6 years-old, 1,347 were shown to be kindergarten ready.

SHASTA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Shasta Community College is located just five minutes from downtown Redding. The 39-building campus is located on 337 acres serving the students as well as the community. A diverse array of occupational programs is offered at the college, two of the most significant are the Electronics Vocational Training Program and the Nursing Program. 12,000 students are enrolled.

SIMPSON UNIVERSITY

Simpson University is one of America’s fastest growing accredited private universities. Programs are offered in psychology, business, missions, ministry, music, education and a wide variety of liberal arts. Simpson offers an innovative Degree Completion Program (evenings), and 13 outstanding graduate and educational credentialing programs, giving an enrollment of around 1,200 total students.

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, CHICO

CSU, Chico is located just 75 minutes southeast of Redding. University extension classes are also offered in Redding for those not able to commute. Enrollment at the University is 16,900.

INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

A California career-focused college. The Redding location offers courses in the medical field.

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

National is a private university offering a range of four-year and graduate degrees in business and technology; education and human services; and arts and sciences. Classes are designed toward working adults.

Shasta County, one of the most affordable housing markets in California

Shasta’s median house price for October 2015 was $236,540. Shasta’s median income was $46,870 which means that the average resident could well afford a home in the area. Only a handful of counties in California had homes that had median income that could afford their homes; Shasta was one of seven in California.

The average rent price is $1,000 which includes studios, country properties and small homes.

Whether seeking a quiet residential neighborhood, riverfront condo, or a home in the country, there are numerous homes and rentals available in the region at an affordable price. The assortment of available housing includes everything from luxurious homes and estates to smaller starter homes and conventional apartments.

First-time homebuyers programs to assist low-income families are available through the County of Shasta and cities of Redding and Shasta Lake.

Below are some examples of income bands with a typical income to loan ratio.

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Shasta offers one of the shortest average commute times in California

The average commute time is 20.1 minutes. With an abundance of newer neighborhoods Shasta boasts some of the best parks, walking trails, schools, and medical facilities in the region.

Rent in Redding is more favorable than other areas.

Quality Health Care = Quality of Life

As the regional hub of healthcare for Northern California, Redding offers the finest medical professionals and the latest healthcare technologies. The region is well-served by major, world-class medical hospitals with state-of-the-art treatment facilities.

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER

The hospital has received the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award for eight consecutive years. Additionally, Mercy Medical Center Redding was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report for high performance in all five areas of adult treatment, including knee and hip replacement, heart failure, bypass surgery, and pulmonary disease. Also honored by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for their stroke program.

SHASTA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Ranked as a 100 Top Hospital in the U.S. for the third year in a row and twice chosen as a 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospital in the Nation by Truven Health Analytics, achieving this recognition based on performance metric of higher patients survivor rates, lower complications, reduced readmission rates, patient satisfaction scores and other quality measure. Shasta Regional Medical Center is proud to have earned National recognition, but the real honor is playing a vital role in saving lives in the community.

MAYERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT

Serving the Intermountain region of Shasta, Mayers Memorial provides essential emergency room care, as well as many outpatient services.

Additionally, the only veteran’s medical facility north of Sacramento is located in Redding.

Shasta is governed by general law with an elected Board of Supervisors; Redding, Shasta Lake City and Anderson each have the Council-Manager type of government.

The Thriving Retail Hub of Northern California

With Redding, the largest city between Sacramento and Portland in its borders, the region is recognized as a thriving hub of retail services and markets.

• Anderson Shasta Gateway Outlets
• Redding Mt. Shasta Mall
• Downtown Redding Promenade
• City of Shasta Lake Antique Stores – Cascade Street

Play Where You Live

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To enjoy an active, multi-option lifestyle, Shasta residents don’t have to pile in a car, endure hours of freeway congestion, or find themselves at a loss for an answer to the familiar question, “How long ‘til we get there?”

Because the fact is, in Shasta you’re already ‘There.’ The things to do and sights to see are almost limitless … and all are almost as close as your own backyard.

Like to ski? Enjoy snow skiing in the winter and water skiing in the summer … within a stone’s throw.

How about hiking? Or mountain biking? Take off from your doorstep, if you wish, and find yourself quickly surrounded by towering forests, fertile meadows and meandering streams.

River fishing? Lake fishing? Take your pick. You may have to fight the fish – but you sure won’t have to fight the traffic to get to the fish.

Sailing, houseboating and simply exploring along the Sacramento River are part of ‘the package’ if you like … easy, relaxing, and just plain fun.

Is playing golf your passion? No matter how low your score, you’ll find the courses, challenges and scenery to be way above par.

Located at the gateway to the Shasta Cascade Region and Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area, the region offers a seemingly endless variety of recreation possibilities.

Redding is the fly-fishing mecca of the Golden State. Field & Stream magazine listed Redding as the 19th best town for anglers to live.

The City of Shasta Lake is the gateway to Shasta Dam. Recreation awaits!

There are over 50 City-owned and maintained parks in Redding, Shasta Lake and Anderson.

 

PARKS

• Caldwell Park
• Turtle Bay Exploration Park
• Big League Dreams Sports Park
• Redding Soccer Park
• Redding Aquatic Center
• Enterprise Community Park
• Anderson River Park
• Margaret Polf Park & Boomtown BMX

RECREATION AREAS

Name	Distance from Redding
Shasta State Historical Park	6 miles
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area	8 miles
Castle Crags State Park	40 miles
Lassen Volcanic National Park	50 miles
McArthur-Burney Falls State Memorial Park	55 miles

FISHING AND BOATING

Area	Distance from Redding
Sacramento River	Runs through Redding
Whiskeytown Lake	8 miles
Shasta Lake	10 miles
Lake Britton	55 miles
Fall River	70 miles
Hat Creek	75 miles
McCloud River	75 miles

SKIING AND WINTER SPORTS

Region	Distance from Redding
Mount Shasta | Mount Shasta Ski Park	65 miles
Lassen National Forest (cross country skiing, snowmobiling)	50 miles

TRAILS – WALKING, HIKING, BIKING AND EQUESTRIAN

Name	Distance from Redding
Redding Trail System – 80 miles of trails	In Redding
Sacramento River Trail	In Redding
Anderson River Park	10 miles
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area	8 miles
Clear Creek Greenway & Horsetown Clear Creek Preserves	In Redding
Chappie-Shasta Off-Highway Vehicle Area	10 miles

ATTRACTIONS

Name	Distance from Redding
Sundial Bridge	In Redding
McConnell Arboretum and Gardens	In Redding
Schreder Planetarium	In Redding
Shasta Dam	10 miles
Shasta Caverns	17 miles

The Arts play an important role in Shasta as residents take an active interest in the region’s cultural community.

• Enjoy Magazine
• Turtle Bay Exploration Park
• Old City Hall Gallery and Performing Arts Center
• Shasta College Music Department
• Shasta College Art Gallery
• Axiom Repertory Theatre
• Riverfront Playhouse
• Cascade Theater
• Redding Civic Auditorium
• North State Symphony
• Shasta Community Concert Association
• North Valley Art League
• Shasta Blues Society
• Shasta County Arts Council
• After Five Magazine
• Regional Wineries
• Restaurant Guide

The Shasta Region offers what many people are searching for – a more relaxed, less complicated lifestyle, abundant recreational resources, safe and healthy surroundings, and a sense of family and community – without compromising objectives for personal and professional growth.

The area is the perfect blend of small town ambiance and big city amenities. Excellent shopping, the latest in cultural and educational facilities, and a wide variety of outdoor activities are all part of the appeal of this vibrant community.

While the region has expanded and grown throughout the years, it has managed to retain its fundamental values and concern for its residents and business people. It has succeeded in promoting urban growth while protecting the natural resources and delicate environment.