Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
19%
South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,313
Population
23,001
Renter Mix
57% Rent
A first-class mountain resort town with a personality all its own
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As the name suggests, the town of South Lake Tahoe is located on the southern shore of Lake Tahoe on the Nevada state line. Perched amid the gorgeous Sierra Nevada Mountains, South Lake Tahoe is a terrific place for folks who like to spend time outdoors, with skiing in the winter and mountain biking, camping, and hiking in the summer.
Tourism forms the cornerstone of the local economy: Heavenly Mountain Resort operates its base at the eastern edge of the city, and the casinos in Stateline, Nevada, practically blend seamlessly with Downtown South Lake Tahoe. While the area along Lake Tahoe Boulevard is packed with shops, restaurants, and tourist attractions, much of the west side of the city is residential, with single-family homes making up most of the rental market.
Explore the City
Enjoy a stroll around the Lake Tahoe Water Trail with its enchanting views.
"The Spirit of Competition" sculpture by Gareth Curtiss sits at the Lakeview Commons in SLT.
Sprouts Cafe has one of the best organic food menus in South Lake Tahoe.
The sun hovers above Mt. Tallac and reflects itself over a wet grassland in South Lake Tahoe.
Emerald Bay is the most picturesque spot in South Lake Tahoe.
Savor outdoor dining experiences at Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$68,679
Average: $92,851
Education
9,265
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
12,874
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
South Lake Tahoe has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
24%
Other Education
76%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in South Lake Tahoe, CA is $944 for a studio, $1,313 for one bedroom, $1,876 for two bedrooms, and $2,100 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Lake Tahoe has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,313/month
552 Sq Ft
House
$3,774/month
1,442 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly South Lake Tahoe, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
422 Students
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet
Public
Grades K-5
334 Students
Public
Grades K-5
418 Students
Public
Grades K-5
395 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
716 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,076 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
50 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lake Tahoe Basin Management Area
- Borges Carriage Rides
- Heavenly Ski Resort
- Washoe Meadows State Park
- Lake Valley State Recreation Area
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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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.