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County overview

Shasta County

California - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Shasta County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Shasta County

Population
181,852
Age 65+
21.1%
Median age
41.7
Owner-occupied
65.1%
With disability
18.1%
Median home value
$327,500
Median income
$68,347
Residents 65+
38,339
How Shasta County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+27.9%
% owner-occupied
+0.5%
% with disability
+40.3%
Median household income
-9.1%
Median home value
+16.2%
Median age
+8.3%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

Local Age At Home Pro's

Top-rated contractors in California

Contractors serving Shasta County and the broader California region. Please verify they meet your licensing and insurance needs.

Aging-in-place in Shasta County

Shasta County is home to roughly 181,852 residents, of whom about 38,371 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 21.1%, well above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 65.1% of homes in Shasta County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $327,500. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 18.1% of Shasta County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.