Shasta County Communities & Workforce

Unleash the potential of Shasta County’s skilled and diverse workforce, equipped with the talent, adaptability, and dedication necessary to drive businesses forward and meet the evolving demands of the modern economy.

Shasta

Countywide statistics

Population Growth

Education Level

Education LevelShasta County Population %California Population %United States Population %
High School Grad26.18%20.50%26.10%
Some College28.90%19.30%19.10%
Associate's Degree11.27%7.90%8.80%
Bachelor's Degree16.62%22.50%21.60%
Graduate Degree & Higher8.28%14.40%14.00%
Education LevelShasta Co. Pop %California Pop %U.S. Pop %
High School Grad26.18%20.50%26.10%
Some College28.90%19.30%19.10%
Associate's Degree11.27%7.90%8.80%
Bachelor's Degree16.62%22.50%21.60%
Graduate Degree & Higher8.28%14.40%14.00%

Age Distribution

Income Distribution

Talent Type

Our Communities

Redding, CA

Population: 93,760
Labor Force: 45,099
Bachelor’s Degree: 17.91%
Household Income: $68,278

Anderson, CA

Population: 11,295
Labor Force: 4,861
Bachelor’s Degree: 11.55%
Household Income: $48,209

City of Shasta Lake, CA

Population: 10,414
Labor Force: 4,525
Bachelor’s Degree: 11.62%
Household Income: $58,657

Cottonwood, CA

Population: 6,249
Labor Force: 3,147
Bachelor’s Degree: 13.98%
Household Income: $84,284

Burney, CA

Population: 3,016
Labor Force: 1,147
Bachelor’s Degree: 7.82%
Household Income: $60,911

Palo Cedro, CA

Population: 2,911
Labor Force: 1,284
Bachelor’s Degree: 33.11%
Household Income: $124,734

Shingletown, CA

Population: 2,437
Labor Force: 954
Bachelor’s Degree: 15.22%
Household Income: $68,570

Millville, CA

Population: 729
Labor Force: 320
Bachelor’s Degree: 19.65%
Household Income: $92,036

Fall River Mills, CA

Population: 614
Labor Force: 270
Bachelor’s Degree: 12.06%
Household Income: $67,686

French Gulch, CA

Population: 380
Labor Force: 158
Bachelor’s Degree: 12.93%
Household Income: $63,749

McArthur, CA

Population: 332
Labor Force: 146
Bachelor’s Degree: 12.15%
Household Income: $67,686

Montgomery Creek, CA

Population: 176
Labor Force: 62
Bachelor’s Degree: 10.22%
Household Income: $60,317

Round Mountain, CA

Population: 160
Labor Force: 61
Bachelor’s Degree: 10.40%
Household Income: $61,973

Big Bend, CA

Population: 79
Labor Force: 27
Bachelor’s Degree: 9.84%
Household Income: $59,999

Post Secondary Institutions

Our key industries have shaped this region’s economic landscape. Whether you’re looking to expand your business or start something new you’ll find opportunities to grow and thrive here. The industries below contribute significantly to our local economy by providing good-paying jobs and support for the overall health and well-being of our community.

Shasta College

Simpson University

California State University, Chico

The Trade School – Shasta Builders’ Exchange

Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry

Bethel School of Technology

Shasta Bible College and Graduate School

Institute of Technology – Redding

American Career Training

Shasta School of Cosmetology

National Holistic Institute – Redding Massage School

IASCO Flight Training

Economic Indicator

82% of Shasta County residents commute less than 30 minutes to work

“I’m reminded every day going to and from my office how fortunate I am to live and work in the north state. I’ve been with Sharrah Dunlap Sawyer, Inc. (SDS) since 1998; during those 25 years, SDS has had three different office locations and my longest commute was 10 minutes!”
Tim MacLean, ASLA, President of Sharrah Dunlap Sawyer, Inc.

Economic Indicator

82% of Shasta County residents commute less than 30 minutes to work

“I’m reminded every day going to and from my office how fortunate I am to live and work in the north state. I’ve been with Sharrah Dunlap Sawyer, Inc. (SDS) since 1998; during those 25 years, SDS has had three different office locations and my longest commute was 10 minutes!”

“I’m reminded every day going to and from my office how fortunate I am to live and work in the north state. I’ve been with Sharrah Dunlap Sawyer, Inc. (SDS) since 1998; during those 25 years, SDS has had three different office locations and my longest commute was 10 minutes!”

TIM MACLEAN, ASLA, PRESIDENT OF SHARRAH DUNLAP SAWYER, INC.

TIM MACLEAN, ASLA, PRESIDENT OF SHARRAH DUNLAP SAWYER, INC.

Available properties and shovel ready sites

STILLWATER BUSINESS PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
Redding, CA

STILLWATER BUSINESS PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
Redding, CA

STILLWATER BUSINESS PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
Redding, CA

STILLWATER BUSINESS PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
Redding, CA

SHASTA GATEWAY INDUSTRIAL PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
City of Shasta Lake, CA

SHASTA GATEWAY INDUSTRIAL PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
City of Shasta Lake, CA

SHASTA GATEWAY INDUSTRIAL PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
City of Shasta Lake, CA

SHASTA GATEWAY INDUSTRIAL PARK
Shovel Ready Office & Industrial Sites
City of Shasta Lake, CA

PAUL BUNYAN INDUSTRIAL PARK
Large General Purpose Industrial Lot
Anderson, CA

PAUL BUNYAN INDUSTRIAL PARK
Large General Purpose Industrial Lot
Anderson, CA

PAUL BUNYAN INDUSTRIAL PARK
Large General Purpose Industrial Lot
Anderson, CA

PAUL BUNYAN INDUSTRIAL PARK
Large General Purpose Industrial Lot
Anderson, CA

3480 HARTNELL AVE
Commercial Land
Redding, CA

3480 HARTNELL AVE
Commercial Land
Redding, CA

3480 HARTNELL AVE
Commercial Land
Redding, CA

20020 VIKING WAY
Commercial Land
Redding, CA

20020 VIKING WAY
Commercial Land
Redding, CA

20020 VIKING WAY
Commercial Land
Redding, CA

20020 VIKING WAY
Commercial Land
Redding, CA

Shasta County News

State of the City 2023 – Keeping a Balance

State of the City 2023 – Keeping a Balance

The city of Redding has always been a beacon of growth, innovation, and community spirit. As the city continues to evolve, its leaders and community members are working...