Burney Public RecordsCalifornia

Burney, a census-designated place in Shasta County, CA, has a 2020 population of approximately 3,200. The median age is around 46 years. Gender distribution is about 50% male and 50% female. Racially, Burney is 77% White, 12% Hispanic or Latino, 6% Native American, 3% two or more races, 1% Asian, and less than 1% Black or African American. The community is predominantly non-Hispanic White, with a small but diverse representation of other racial and ethnic groups.

Burney, a small community in Shasta County, CA (population 3,100), is served primarily by Burney Annex Health Center (Shasta Community Health Center) and Mayers Memorial Hospital District Clinic, with the nearest hospital—Mayers Memorial Hospital—in Fall River Mills (16 miles away). About 10% of Burney residents are uninsured, and 32% rely on Medi-Cal. Common health challenges include diabetes, heart disease, and substance abuse, reflecting broader rural health trends. The patient population is predominantly White (71%), with significant Native American (7%) and Hispanic (17%) minorities. Access to specialty care requires traveling to Redding, roughly 50 miles away.

Burney, a small unincorporated community in Shasta County, CA, relies primarily on private vehicles, with over 90% of residents commuting by car and vehicle ownership nearing 2 cars per household. Public transit usage remains under 2%, primarily through limited services like the Shasta Regional Transportation Agency. Average commute times are around 23 minutes, reflecting local employment or travel to nearby towns like Redding. The area lacks major highways but is served by Highway 299 and local roads. Major employment hubs include the Burney Falls tourist area, healthcare, retail, and educational institutions within or near the community.

Burney, located in Shasta County, CA, has a median home value of around $235,000, with approximately 59% homeownership and 41% renters. Rental prices average $1,000 per month for a two-bedroom unit. The market has seen steady price growth of about 3% year-over-year. Housing includes single-family homes, modest apartments, and mobile homes, mostly in quiet residential neighborhoods like Johnson Park and Mountain View. Property tax rates average about 1.1%, while state and local taxes contribute modestly to overall housing costs, making Burney an affordable Northern California option.

Burney, a community in Shasta County, CA, is served mainly by Fall River Joint Unified School District, with Burney Junior-Senior High School offering grades 7–12 and Burney Elementary School for K–6. About 15% of Burney adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below the national average. School ratings in the area average around 5–6 out of 10 on major school rating platforms. The area offers adult education via Shasta County Office of Education. School safety is rated average, with few reported incidents, and programs include vocational training, sports, and STEM enrichment.