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Tahoma
City in California, United States
Overview
Set on the western edge of Lake Tahoe, Tahoma is a tranquil community known for its stunning lake views, easy access to nature, and relaxed vibe. Visitors are drawn to its blend of outdoor recreation, cozy cabins, and proximity to California's historic state parks. Though small, Tahoma offers a peaceful retreat away from busier resort towns.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
39.07°, -120.13°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
83
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$3,265
Local Cost
$2,070
Local Income
$3,500
Cashless
82
English
100
Temperature
8.1°C
Summer Avg
18.6°C
Winter Avg
-1.1°C
Record High
36.7°C
Record Low
-21.9°C
Humidity
58%
Precipitation
638 mm
Internet Speed
270 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
27 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
6
Walk Score
6
Footways
12.0
Airport
TVL
Distance
22 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 29 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 68/100.
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