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Living in Truckee, California

Truckee, California

Truckee is a Nevada County mountain town of 16,000 at 5,817 feet elevation in the Sierra Nevada, positioned as the gateway to Lake Tahoe's north shore and one of California's premier year-round outdoor recreation destinations. Northstar California Resort is 5 miles south; Sugar Bowl, Squaw Valley (P

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I know before moving to Truckee, California?
When relocating to Truckee, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in California. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.

City facts

Population
17,066
Nearby Airport
RNO · Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Approximate
Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$900-$4,500
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot

Median Household Income
$130,462
Median Home Value
$947,900
Median Gross Rent
$1,961
Households
6,860
Homeownership Rate
73.4%
Renter Rate
26.6%

Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates