Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 380 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,111 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 4,211 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 6,543 (21.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,222 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,433 (24.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,420 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $277,320 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,045/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 23,627 |
| Vacant Units | 4,236 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Siskiyou County is located in California and encompasses 22 ZIP codes spanning 22 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 45,278 residents. With a median age of 46.72, it is a mature county.
Siskiyou County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,420 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.7%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Siskiyou County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $277,320 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,044. Homeownership rates are high at 70.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Siskiyou County are primarily White (73.65%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Siskiyou County, CA is a solidly middle-class area in California. The 22 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96023 | Dorris | 1,128 | $36,014 | $139,000 | $822 | 13.6% | 25.0% |
| 96025 | Dunsmuir | 2,150 | $43,714 | $271,900 | $930 | 9.7% | 38.5% |
| 96027 | Etna | 1,872 | $69,559 | $315,400 | $1,017 | 12.2% | 48.3% |
| 96031 | Forks Of Salmon | 70 | $35,250 | $188,600 | — | 0.0% | 36.9% |
| 96032 | Fort Jones | 2,629 | $69,953 | $292,800 | $1,168 | 6.1% | 32.4% |
| 96034 | Gazelle | 325 | $56,875 | $292,200 | $877 | 6.9% | 37.9% |
| 96038 | Grenada | 399 | $58,787 | $329,300 | $941 | 15.5% | 29.8% |
| 96039 | Happy Camp | 647 | $40,333 | $161,700 | $685 | 23.1% | 31.8% |
| 96044 | Hornbrook | 1,181 | $55,750 | $210,700 | $941 | 16.1% | 25.0% |
| 96050 | Klamath River | 369 | $36,450 | $237,500 | $595 | 12.8% | 28.1% |
| 96058 | Macdoel | 706 | $46,196 | $142,500 | — | 20.2% | 19.9% |
| 96057 | Mccloud | 1,076 | $46,250 | $317,600 | $983 | 5.4% | 36.0% |
| 96064 | Montague | 4,696 | $59,602 | $247,400 | $907 | 7.7% | 29.3% |
| 96067 | Mount Shasta | 7,800 | $63,222 | $377,500 | $1,504 | 1.6% | 48.1% |
| 96085 | Scott Bar | 65 | $101,667 | — | — | 0.0% | 25.5% |
| 96086 | Seiad Valley | 307 | $55,208 | $260,300 | $1,025 | 18.6% | 31.4% |
| 95568 | Somes Bar | 201 | $128,125 | $280,600 | — | 0.0% | 28.6% |
| 96134 | Tulelake | 2,347 | $47,609 | $162,800 | $718 | 9.0% | 26.9% |
| 96094 | Weed | 6,674 | $65,139 | $298,600 | $951 | 8.0% | 44.0% |
| 96097 | Yreka | 10,220 | $47,105 | $256,400 | $984 | 7.6% | 36.2% |