Redding is located in the northern edge of the Sacramento Valley, on the banks of the Sacramento River with miles of walking trails. Driving across the Sacramento River and looking toward the western mountains is always breathtaking to us, and we've
lived here since 1972.
With its natural beauty, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Redding is the perfect place to retire.
Recreational visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing, skiing, hiking, biking, fishing, boating, camping and so much more. The Sacramento river is one of the finest trout fishing waters in the Western United States.
Visitors that have vacationed here for years, often retire in Redding. Redding is the hub of the north state nestled between the Cascades and the Trinity Alps. It is only 3 1/2 hours to San Francisco, 2 1/2 hours to Sacrament, 3 hours to the ocean, and 3 1/2 miles to Reno, Nv. Residents and visitors enjoy excellent shopping, cultural and educational facilities and events, and a wide variety of outdoor leisure time activities.
The quality of life, clean air, low crime rate and affordable housing are just a few of the reasons so many people choose to retire here.
The quality of life, clean air, low crime rate and affordable housing are just a few of the reasons so many people choose to retire here.
| Total population | 90,033 | ||
| Median home price | $265,000 |
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Weather |
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| Average January high/low temperature | 55° / 36° |
| Average July high/low temperature | 98° / 64° |
| Precipitation | 38 in. /yr. |
| % Sunny days per year | 47 % |
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Housing |
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| Median home price | $ 265,000 |
| Average property taxes(2006) | $ 1857 |
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Recreational & Cultural Activities |
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| Number of public golf courses within the county | 7 |
| Number of private golf courses within the county | 3 |
| Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location | 15 |
| Number of movie theaters | 3 |
| Education | |
| Number of junior colleges, colleges, | 5 |
| Population with college degree | 27 % have a college degree |
| Completed at least some college | 62% |
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Health |
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| Number of hospitals | 5 |
