Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
21%
Redding
Redding, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,138
Population
98,420
Renter Mix
45% Rent
A dazzling city along the Sacramento River
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Nestled in the Shasta Cascade region, Redding serves as Northern California's economic center. The Sacramento River flows through the city, where the glass-and-steel Sundial Bridge spans the water. The Sacramento River Trail system offers miles of paved paths for walking, cycling, and running. The rental market remains relatively affordable compared to other California cities, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,026 monthly and showing a modest 1.4% annual increase. Notable areas include the downtown district with its mix of historic buildings and new development, and the established neighborhoods near Shasta College.
The city combines outdoor recreation with cultural attractions, including the restored Art Deco Cascade Theatre and the 300-acre Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Simpson University and Shasta College contribute to the educational landscape, while major medical centers anchor the healthcare sector. Redding experiences Mediterranean weather patterns, with sunshine through most of the year. The area's history dates to the California Gold Rush when it was known as Poverty Flats, until the Central Pacific Railroad's arrival in 1872 established the foundation for today's city. Now home to approximately 92,839 residents (2020 Census), Redding continues to grow while maintaining its connection to the natural beauty of the Shasta Cascade region.
Explore the City
Whistle Stop Park in Downtown Redding features unique landmarks
Entrance to Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Overview of the Sundial Bridge
Demographics
Median Household Income
$63,266
Average: $84,573
Education
22,232
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
44,484
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Redding has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
45%
Non-Renters
55%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Redding, CA is $780 for a studio, $1,138 for one bedroom, $1,373 for two bedrooms, and $1,592 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Redding has increased by 4.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,138/month
586 Sq Ft
House
$2,209/month
1,373 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Redding, CA is 10.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Redding is 1.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $780 - $1,592. You can expect to pay 6.2% more for groceries, 1.5% more for utilities, and 35.0% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Redding, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
280 Students
Public
Grades K-5
235 Students
Public
Grades K-8
600 Students
Public
Grades K-8
319 Students
Public
Grades K-12
273 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,009 Students
Public
Grades K-8
600 Students
Public
Grades K-8
319 Students
Public
Grades K-12
273 Students
Public
Grades K-8
839 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,009 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,268 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
283 Students
Public
Grades K-12
273 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,148 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
- Turtle Bay Exploration Park
- Schreder Planetarium
- Shasta Lake (Ranger Station and Visitor Center)
- Shasta State Historic Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- 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.