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Clearlake, California

Mount Konocti as seen from Redbud Park. Clearlake, California.
Overall fit
Moderate3.0 / 5
Care access
Good
Safety
Good3.0 / 5
Climate
Good2.8 / 5
Daily life
3.4 / 5 · Very Good

Is Clearlake a good place to retire?

There is enough here to deserve a closer look. The monthly budget is worth a closer look.

What it may cost

Start with the local estimate. Traveler and couple budgets show how the monthly total can change.

Local monthly estimate

$3,308

Traveler estimate
$4,462
Couple estimate
$4,941
Typical 1BR rent
$909
Cost pressure
Moderate
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Everyday life

Family visits should be relatively easy to arrange. There is an established 50+ community.

34.9%

Residents age 50+

Walkability
Very Good

3.4 / 5

Many everyday errands may be manageable on foot.

Median broadband
240 Mbps

Plenty for video calls and streaming.

Family visits
Easy weekend visit
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Getting the care you need

The care picture looks good as a starting point. Country-level life expectancy is about 78.9 years.

1

Hospitals nearby

Healthcare access
Good
Country life expectancy
About 78.9 years
Primary care
Moderate
Pharmacy access
Good
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Understanding safety

Property crime looks better; violent crime is the part to examine more closely.

Overall safety

Good

3.0 / 5

Violent crime
Poor
Property crime
Very Good
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Living through the seasons

Both seasons look comfortable overall.

Overall climate comfort

Good2.8 / 5

Summer

86°F

Average high

42 days/year above 90°F

3.4 / 5 · Very Good

Winter

34°F

Average low

40 days/year below freezing

2.9 / 5 · Good

Air quality

Excellent

4.9 / 5

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Retirement fit

Why it may fit

A move feels more comfortable when care, costs, seasons, and the places you go each day work together.

Reasons it may fit

  • Healthcare access is rated good.
  • 1 hospitals within 12 km are nearby.
  • Primary care access is rated moderate.

What to plan for

  • The local monthly estimate is $3,308, including a typical 1BR rent of $909.
  • Summer comfort is rated very good; the average summer high is Warm · 86°F and 42 days/year are above 90°F.
  • Review both crime measures: Poor for violent crime and Very Good for property crime.

Questions retirees ask

What should I budget for retirement in Clearlake?

The current local-resident estimate is $3,308 per month, with a typical 1BR rent of $909. Treat it as a planning starting point and compare the detailed cost categories with your own housing, travel, and healthcare needs.

How is healthcare access in Clearlake?

Healthcare access is rated good, with 1 hospitals within 12 km nearby. Primary care access is rated moderate. Insurance, appointment availability, and the drive from home still matter.

What are the seasons like in Clearlake?

Summer comfort is very good, with an average high of Warm · 86°F and 42 days/year above 90°F. Winter comfort is good, with an average low of 34°F / 1°C.

Could this place work for you?

People who value getting around on foot may find a lot to like here. Before adding it to your shortlist, take a closer look at the monthly budget and violent crime.

Sources

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