Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
5-14 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
19%
Anderson
Anderson, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$942
Population
11,656
Renter Mix
49% Rent
The gateway to the beautiful Shasta Cascade region
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Located about 10 miles south of Redding and across the Sacramento River from Redding Municipal Airport, Anderson provides the beauty of northern California with fast access to the larger city via the Cascade Wonderland Highway. Anderson's crown jewel, Anderson River Park, offers spectacular river views, a boat ramp, paved walkways, hiking trails, a disc golf course, a playground, and picnic areas. Anderson is home to the Shasta District Fair and Event Center. The fair, held in June, attracts more than 75,000 visitors and includes a carnival, arts and crafts, livestock exhibits, and entertainment. The Event Center also hosts trade shows and other events.
Local attractions in Anderson include the Anderson Historical Society and Museum, which includes the 1890s Frisbie House and a one-room schoolhouse dating from around 1900. Anderson is part of California's Shasta Cascade region, a beautiful area filled with fantastic outdoor adventures, from canoeing and fishing to caving and rock climbing. Be sure to visit the nearby Lake Shasta Caverns National Natural Landmark, the Sundial Bridge in nearby Redding, and Lassen Volcanic National Park. For those who prefer shopping, Center Street is lined with shops, restaurants, and other businesses. More shops and a movie theater are available off Rhonda Road.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$43,407
Average: $61,080
Education
1,657
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,714
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Anderson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
49%
Non-Renters
51%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
9%
Other Education
91%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Anderson, CA is $942 for one bedroom, $1,038 for two bedrooms, and $1,317 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Anderson has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$942/month
444 Sq Ft
House
$2,116/month
1,243 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
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Schools
Tree Of Life International Charter
Public
Grades K-8
402 Students
Public
Grades K-5
332 Students
Public
Grades K-8
242 Students
Public
Grades K-5
217 Students
Public
Grades K-5
261 Students
Tree Of Life International Charter
Public
Grades K-8
402 Students
Public
Grades K-8
242 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
341 Students
Public
Grades K-12
215 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
562 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
102 Students
Public
Grades K-12
215 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Coleman National Fish Hatchery
Commuter Rail
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- Redding Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.