Bakersfield, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Kern County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Bakersfield based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
408,366
2023 ACS
Median Income
$77,397
2023
Median Home Value
$347,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,371
2023
Median Age
31.9
Unemployment
7.0%
Avg Temperature
66°F
Cost of Living Index
131.1
100 = national avg
Bakersfield is a city in Kern County, California, with a population of 408,366 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Bakersfield is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Bakersfield is $77,397, and the median home value is $347,300. The cost of living index is 131.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,371 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.0%, and the median age is 31.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
408,366
Male
202,079
49.5%
Female
206,287
50.5%
Median Age
31.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.1%
High School or Higher
29.7%
Foreign Born
19.9%
Veterans
3.2%
Married
36.2%
Avg Household Size
3.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.411
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
46.9%
Foreign Born
19.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
53.6%
218,803 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
46.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
376,891
English Only
56.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
132,674 speakers
Limited English
13.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
86.3%
Limited English Proficiency
13.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
13,211
3.2% of population
Disability Rate
30.3%
3,998 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$53,298
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
12,129
91.8%
Female Veterans
1,082
8.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$53,298
Non-Veteran Income
$34,388
Difference
$18,910
55.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
3,998
Without Disability
9,213
Disability Rate
30.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
125,690
#1 Ancestry
German
6.0% (24,367)
#2 Ancestry
English
5.7% (23,424)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
4.2% (17,318)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
127,626
Family Households
95,131
74.5%
Married Couples
63,656
49.9%
Non-Family Households
32,495
25.5%
Single Mother Households
21,893
17.2%
Single Father Households
9,582
7.5%
Living Alone
25,830
20.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
106,602
In Married Couple
69,740
65.4%
With Single Mother
26,712
25.1%
With Single Father
10,150
9.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$85,636
Married Couple Income
$104,992
Single Mother Income
$46,047
Single Father Income
$62,194
Avg Family Size
3.2
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
11,361
Grandparents Responsible
3,102
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$77,397
+6% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,956
-11% vs national
Poverty Rate
16.0%
+18% vs national
Gini Index
0.4556
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.0%
+34% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.8%
of households
How Bakersfield Compares
Bakersfield vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Bakersfield is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Bakersfield, CA has a median household income of $77,397, making it the 9,656th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher median household income than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Bakersfield, CA has a per capita income of $32,956, making it the 14,163rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher per capita income than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Bakersfield, CA has a poverty rate of 16.0%, making it the 10,207th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher poverty rate than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Bakersfield, CA has a unemployment rate of 7.0%, making it the 7,375th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher unemployment rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Bakersfield. The median household income here is $77,397.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.0%
-8% vs CA avg
Labor Force
188,139
Employed
174,687
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
29.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
31.9
Work from Home
7.2%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Bakersfield-Delano, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$127.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
131.1
100 = national avg
+31.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,705
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$136,394
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,483
per month
The median household income in Bakersfield, CA is $77,397, which is 5.7% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,956. The poverty rate of 16.0% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4556, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.0%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 188,139. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 80.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 131.1, which is 31.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 162.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,705 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median List Price
$425,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Days on Market
51
Active Inventory
748
Months of Supply
3.6
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$390,137
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,901
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
29.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
34.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
205
New Listings
376
Pending Sales
319
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$229
Median List $/SF
$237
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Bakersfield, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Bakersfield-Delano, CA metro area, home prices have risen 321.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 39.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 88.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 48.5%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.8%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Bakersfield-Delano, CA housing market rather than Bakersfield alone.
Metro area: Bakersfield-Delano, CA
Bakersfield vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Bakersfield is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Bakersfield, CA has a median home value of $347,300, making it the 5,711th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher median home value than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Bakersfield, CA has a median rent of $1,371, making it the 5,027th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher median rent than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Bakersfield, CA has a price per square foot of $229, making it the 6,217th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher price per square foot than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Bakersfield, CA has a rent burden of 21.3%, making it the 7,132nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Bakersfield has a higher rent burden than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$347,300
Median Rent
$1,371
Total Housing Units
133,876
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Owner Occupied
60.1%
Renter Occupied
39.9%
Median Property Tax
$3,468
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,708
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,468
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
of home value
Median Home Value
$347,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,727
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,468) by the median home value ($347,300). In Bakersfield, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.00%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Bakersfield, CA is $400,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 51 days on the market. 29.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $229. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,901/month. About 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1989. There are 133,876 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,468. The effective tax rate is 1.00%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.56
per 1,000 residents
+114% vs national
Property Crime Rate
24.70
per 1,000 residents
+44% vs national
Total Crimes
12,592
2024
Violent Clearance
45%
cases solved
Property Clearance
14%
cases solved
YoY Change
-37.0%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Bakersfield Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Bakersfield vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Bakersfield is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Bakersfield police solve 79% of murder cases but only 11% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 28 | 0.07 | 78.6% |
| Rape | Violent | 170 | 0.41 | 22.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 523 | 1.26 | 37.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,587 | 3.81 | 49.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 2,237 | 5.38 | 13.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 5,239 | 12.59 | 15.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 2,801 | 6.73 | 11.4% |
Bakersfield, CA reported 2,315 violent crimes and 10,277 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.56 per 1,000 residents is 114.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 45% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 5,239 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 17.6% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,315 | 10,277 | 5.56 | 24.70 |
| 2023 | 3,653 | 13,761 | 8.84 | 33.29 |
| 2022 | 2,260 | 16,383 | 5.49 | 39.78 |
| 2020 | 2,007 | 15,619 | 5.17 | 40.23 |
| 2019 | 1,766 | 16,074 | 4.55 | 41.42 |
| 2018 | 1,895 | 16,097 | 4.91 | 41.74 |
| 2017 | 1,827 | 15,507 | 4.79 | 40.68 |
| 2016 | 1,821 | 17,138 | 4.81 | 45.24 |
| 2015 | 1,810 | 15,559 | 4.84 | 41.61 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.9
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
61.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
6.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
40
Public Assistance
$154.6M
Individual Assistance
$4.1M
Most Common Type
Fire
17 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borel Fire → | Fire | Jul 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Hilary → | Hurricane | Nov 2023 | $801K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $7.9M | $52K |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| French Fire → | Fire | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $136.8M | $4.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Earthquakes → | Earthquake | Jul 2019 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Mar 2017 | $4.0M | — |
| Cedar Fire → | Fire | Aug 2016 | — | — |
| Erskine Fire → | Fire | Jun 2016 | — | — |
| Way Fire → | Fire | Aug 2014 | — | — |
| Comanche Fire Complex → | Fire | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Keene Fire Complex → | Fire | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Debr… → | Flood | Jan 2011 | $4.1M | — |
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Sep 2010 | — | — |
| Post Fire → | Fire | Aug 2010 | — | — |
| West Fire → | Fire | Jul 2010 | — | — |
| Bull Fire → | Fire | Jul 2010 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 41 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
280
Total Claims Paid
$1,515,473
Avg Claim Payout
$5,412
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
9
Federal Funding
$2,158,580
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.66
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 2 | $419,213 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $0 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 1 | $1,279,809 |
| 95.2: Planning Related Activities | 1 | $0 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 1 | $296,263 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Bakersfield has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, heat wave, earthquake. The area has had 40 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (17 declarations). 280 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $154,601,350 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,146,376 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 9 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
34.5%
1.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
22.7%
0.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.4%
0.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.3%
4.7pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.2%
Arthritis
20.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.7%
Loneliness
36.9%
Lack of Support
29.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.0%
Mobility
16.0%
Cognitive
18.2%
Hearing
5.9%
Vision
7.7%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
10.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Bakersfield has an obesity rate of 34.5%, which is 1.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 22.7%, 0.8pp below the national average. About 15.3% of adults lack health insurance. 71.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.8 mi
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Memorial Hospital | 0.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital | 0.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, Llc | 3.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Good Samaritan Hospital | 12.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
66°F
Sunny Days
303
per year
Annual Rainfall
10.4"
UV Index
5.2
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
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50°F
40° / 60°
Jan
High
60°F
Low
40°F
Wind
4 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
114°F
Record Low
25°F
Avg High
77°F
Avg Low
54°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60°F | 40°F | 1.84" | — | 73% | 3.5 mph |
| Feb | 62°F | 42°F | 1.89" | — | 70% | 3.6 mph |
| Mar | 67°F | 46°F | 1.90" | — | 66% | 3.6 mph |
| Apr | 73°F | 51°F | 1.01" | — | 53% | 3.9 mph |
| May | 82°F | 58°F | 0.39" | — | 43% | 3.9 mph |
| Jun | 91°F | 66°F | 0.05" | — | 37% | 3.6 mph |
| Jul | 97°F | 73°F | 0.02" | — | 35% | 3.5 mph |
| Aug | 96°F | 71°F | 0.00" | — | 36% | 3.4 mph |
| Sep | 90°F | 65°F | 0.03" | — | 41% | 3.5 mph |
| Oct | 78°F | 55°F | 0.42" | — | 50% | 3.3 mph |
| Nov | 66°F | 46°F | 1.04" | — | 63% | 3.3 mph |
| Dec | 59°F | 39°F | 1.82" | — | 70% | 3.5 mph |
Bakersfield has an average annual temperature of 66°F. The area enjoys approximately 303 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 10.4 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
50
Pop. Served
137,162
Violations (5yr)
138
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| OILDALE MWC | 44,899 | 16 |
| VAUGHN WC INC | 37,189 | 0 |
| EAST NILES CSD | 32,517 | 4 |
| GREENFIELD COUNTY WD | 11,590 | 0 |
| LERDO SHERIFF S FACILITY | 2,800 | 0 |
| CASA LOMA WATER CO, INC. | 900 | 1 |
| VICTORY MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 849 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN MESA WC | 777 | 0 |
| RIVERDALE VILLAGE | 750 | 1 |
| BROCK MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 462 | 14 |
| STOCKDALE ANNEX MUTUAL WATER | 433 | 0 |
| STOCKDALE RANCHOS MUTUAL WATER CO | 393 | 0 |
| ENOS LANE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | 365 | 0 |
| MUSTANG MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | 200 | 0 |
| MANON MANOR MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 200 | 1 |
| EL ADOBE POA, INC. | 200 | 3 |
| STOCKDALE MUTUAL WATER CO. | 200 | 0 |
| ALLEN ROAD MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | 195 | 0 |
| SAN JOAQUIN ESTATES MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 165 | 26 |
| ATHAL MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | 150 | 0 |
| HART CREEK ESTATES MUTUAL WATER CO. | 148 | 0 |
| MAHER MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 140 | 0 |
| HARVEST MOON MUTUAL WATER CO | 138 | 0 |
| LONG CANYON WATER COMPANY CORP. | 122 | 0 |
| ST. CLAIR RANCHOS MUTUAL WATER CO. | 105 | 0 |
| OASIS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION | 100 | 1 |
| METTLER COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | 90 | 24 |
| GOOSELAKE WATER COMPANY | 90 | 5 |
| UPLANDS OF THE KERN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 80 | 0 |
| TOWN & COUNTRY WATER COMPANY | 73 | 0 |
| WILSON ROAD WATER COMMUNITY | 66 | 14 |
| WEGIS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 64 | 1 |
| RANCHOS DEL RIO | 62 | 1 |
| HART FLAT BEAR MUTUAL WATER | 56 | 0 |
| THE ANNE SIPPI CLINIC-RIVERSIDE RANCH | 51 | 0 |
| AGAPE MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | 50 | 0 |
| GOSFORD ROAD WATER COMPANY | 50 | 0 |
| ROUND MOUNTAIN WATER COMPANY | 50 | 11 |
| PANAMA ROAD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC | 45 | 0 |
| CHOCTAW VALLEY MUTUAL WATER CO. | 44 | 0 |
| KRANENBURG WATER SYSTEM | 42 | 0 |
| RIVERVIEW HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION | 40 | 0 |
| HEATH BRIMHALL P.O.A. | 39 | 0 |
| EAST WILSON ROAD WATER COMPANY | 35 | 7 |
| MEADOWS OF THE KERN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 32 | 0 |
| NORD ROAD WATER ASSOCIATION | 32 | 0 |
| WINI MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 29 | 8 |
| NORTH KRANENBURG WS | 28 | 0 |
| SCHWEIKART WATER SYSTEM | 27 | 0 |
| KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
29
Total CO₂e
4.6M MT
Top Emitter
Berry Petroleum Company - San Joaquin Basin 745
1.0M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Berry Petroleum Company - San Joaquin Basin 745 Berry Corp (Bry) | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 1,008,042 |
SPR San Joaquin Basin Sentinel Peak Resources Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 886,785 |
CRPC - San Joaquin Valley Gathering and Boosting California Resources Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 687,041 |
E&B Natural Resources E&B Natural Resources Management Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 416,269 |
SYCAMORE COGENERATION Facility Chevron Corp | Power Plants | 374,323 |
Crimson Resource Management Corp. Crimson Resource Management Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 335,406 |
Kern Energy Casey Co | Refineries | 175,974 |
Kern River Cogeneration Facility Chevron Corp | Power Plants | 128,288 |
CRPC Sacramento Valley Basin Gathering and Boosting California Resources Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 99,186 |
SAN JOAQUIN REFINING CO INC San Joaquin Refining Co Inc | Refineries | 86,935 |
Grade 6 Oil, LLC Grade 6 Oil Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 62,288 |
Aera Energy San Joaquin G and B Oaktree Capital Group, Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 51,651 |
TRICOR REFINING LLC Ergon Inc | Refineries | 35,101 |
Berry Petroleum Company 575 Uinta Basin Gathering and Boosting Berry Corp (Bry) | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 34,282 |
Frito-Lay COGEN PLANT Pepsico Inc | Other | 32,120 |
WM BOLTHOUSE FARMS, INC. Generis Holdings Lp | Other | 29,374 |
Naftex Operating Company Naftex Operating Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 25,529 |
CHALK CLIFF COGEN Chalk Cliff Ltd | Power Plants | 21,989 |
BEAR MOUNTAIN LIMITED Bear Mountain Ltd | Power Plants | 21,205 |
MCKITTRICK LIMITED Mckittrick Llc | Power Plants | 19,968 |
LIVE OAK LIMITED Live Oak Ltd | Power Plants | 15,152 |
Alon Bakersfield Refining Global Clean Energy | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 14,704 |
Aera Energy San Joaquin Basin Oaktree Capital Group, Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 14,138 |
DOUBLE C LIMITED Double C Ltd | Power Plants | 12,901 |
HIGH SIERRA LIMITED High Sierra Ltd | Power Plants | 12,863 |
KERN FRONT LIMITED Kern Front Ltd | Power Plants | 12,448 |
California Resources Production Corporation San Joaquin Valley Basin 745 California Resources Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 12,383 |
BADGER CREEK LIMITED Badger Creek Ltd | Power Plants | 12,078 |
California Resources Production Corporation Sacramento Valley Basin 730 California Resources Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 1,102 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 50 water systems serving the area. 138 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 29 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 4.6M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
80.4%
+2% vs national
Public Transit
0.6%
-39% vs national
Work From Home
7.2%
-23% vs national
Carpool
9.8%
Walk / Bike
0.9%
combined
How Bakersfield's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
55
2023
6-Year Avg
51
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
19
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
32
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 51 | 55 | 0 | 19 | 2 |
| 2022 | 69 | 69 | 0 | 36 | 2 |
| 2021 | 60 | 65 | 0 | 22 | 4 |
| 2020 | 50 | 53 | 13 | 15 | 2 |
| 2019 | 35 | 37 | 4 | 14 | 3 |
| 2018 | 29 | 29 | 9 | 8 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Bakersfield, CA covers travel times and transportation modes. 80.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.2% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. 9.8% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 55 traffic fatalities from 51 fatal crashes. 19 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
76.2%
of households
No Internet
5.2%
of households
Total Households
127,626
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.7%
of households
Smartphone
93.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
78.1%
of households
Tablet
61.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+77% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+73% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+87% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+16% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Bakersfield vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
50
Population Served
137,162
Violations (5yr)
138
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OILDALE MWC | Community | Purchased surface water | 44,899 | 16 |
| VAUGHN WC INC | Community | Ground water | 37,189 | 0 |
| EAST NILES CSD | Community | Purchased surface water | 32,517 | 4 |
| GREENFIELD COUNTY WD | Community | Ground water | 11,590 | 0 |
| LERDO SHERIFF S FACILITY | Community | Ground water | 2,800 | 0 |
| CASA LOMA WATER CO, INC. | Community | Ground water | 900 | 1 |
| VICTORY MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 849 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN MESA WC | Community | Ground water | 777 | 0 |
| RIVERDALE VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 750 | 1 |
| BROCK MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 462 | 14 |
| STOCKDALE ANNEX MUTUAL WATER | Community | Ground water | 433 | 0 |
| STOCKDALE RANCHOS MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 393 | 0 |
| ENOS LANE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 365 | 0 |
| MUSTANG MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| MANON MANOR MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 200 | 1 |
| EL ADOBE POA, INC. | Community | Ground water | 200 | 3 |
| STOCKDALE MUTUAL WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| ALLEN ROAD MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 195 | 0 |
| SAN JOAQUIN ESTATES MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 165 | 26 |
| ATHAL MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| HART CREEK ESTATES MUTUAL WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 148 | 0 |
| MAHER MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 140 | 0 |
| HARVEST MOON MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 138 | 0 |
| LONG CANYON WATER COMPANY CORP. | Community | Ground water | 122 | 0 |
| ST. CLAIR RANCHOS MUTUAL WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 105 | 0 |
| OASIS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION | Community | Ground water | 100 | 1 |
| METTLER COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 90 | 24 |
| GOOSELAKE WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 90 | 5 |
| UPLANDS OF THE KERN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 80 | 0 |
| TOWN & COUNTRY WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 73 | 0 |
| WILSON ROAD WATER COMMUNITY | Community | Ground water | 66 | 14 |
| WEGIS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 64 | 1 |
| RANCHOS DEL RIO | Community | Ground water | 62 | 1 |
| HART FLAT BEAR MUTUAL WATER | Community | Ground water | 56 | 0 |
| THE ANNE SIPPI CLINIC-RIVERSIDE RANCH | Community | Ground water | 51 | 0 |
| AGAPE MUTUAL WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| GOSFORD ROAD WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| ROUND MOUNTAIN WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 50 | 11 |
| PANAMA ROAD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC | Community | Ground water | 45 | 0 |
| CHOCTAW VALLEY MUTUAL WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 44 | 0 |
| KRANENBURG WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 42 | 0 |
| RIVERVIEW HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION | Community | Ground water | 40 | 0 |
| HEATH BRIMHALL P.O.A. | Community | Ground water | 39 | 0 |
| EAST WILSON ROAD WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 35 | 7 |
| MEADOWS OF THE KERN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 32 | 0 |
| NORD ROAD WATER ASSOCIATION | Community | Ground water | 32 | 0 |
| WINI MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 29 | 8 |
| NORTH KRANENBURG WS | Community | Ground water | 28 | 0 |
| SCHWEIKART WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 27 | 0 |
| KERN COUNTY WATER AGENCY | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
92.9% of households in Bakersfield have broadband internet access. 76.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.2% of households have no internet access. 12.7% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 50 water systems, providing water to 137,162 people. A total of 138 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Bakersfield is located in Kern County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Bakersfield.
Election Overview
Source: Kern County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
108,241
38.2%
GOP Votes
167,879
59.3%
Total Votes
283,246
Margin
R+21.1%
Shift from 2020
R+10.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 108,241 | 167,879 | 283,246 | 38.2% | 59.3% | R+21.1 |
| 2020 | 133,366 | 164,484 | 305,226 | 43.7% | 53.9% | R+10.2 |
| 2016 | 86,481 | 119,164 | 217,725 | 39.7% | 54.7% | R+15.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Kern County recorded 283,246 total votes. Republicans won the county with 59.3% of the vote compared to 38.2% for Democrats, a margin of R+21.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+10.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Kern County has shifted 6.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,675
Total Assets
$2.9B
Total Income
$2.9B
Per 10K Residents
41.0
nonprofits
-32.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
127
Median Assets
$143K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.1B of $2.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Bakersfield
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBakersfield, CA has 1,675 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.9B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 300 organizations. 127 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 41.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2,931
Total Approved
$1.3B
Jobs Supported
27,264
Per 10K Residents
71.8
SBA loans
-25.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
175
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
270 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2,149
Total Amount
$848.4M
Avg Loan
$394,776
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$636.1M(75%)
Jobs Supported
17,716
Loans
782
Total Amount
$433.7M
Avg Loan
$554,556
Median Loan
$329,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
454
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$361.8M
28% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$796,838
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whitewater Car Wash & Lube | 4 | $8.0M |
| Csg Petroleum Inc. | 2 | $5.7M |
| Infinity Communications and Compliance Inc. | 2 | $5.5M |
| Mira Realty Holdings Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Stateline Holdings Corp Dba Comfort Suites | 1 | $5.0M |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North | 1 | $5.0M |
| Parmars Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Merle Haggard Petroleum Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| All Health Group Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Bakersfield Hotel Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
Bakersfield, CA has received 2,931 SBA loans totaling $1.3B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 2,149 loans (73% of the total), supporting 17,716 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 782 loans totaling $433.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Bakersfield is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 270 loans. That works out to 71.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
312,968
Avg Median Income
$60,169
Avg Home Value
$280,600
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93301 | 14,026 | $40,725 | $264,300 | $1,129 | 4.3 |
| 93304 | 51,457 | $51,627 | $228,800 | $1,141 | 7.5 |
| 93305 | 36,998 | $41,290 | $245,000 | $1,065 | 5.8 |
| 93307 | 88,233 | $52,572 | $238,400 | $1,195 | 141.2 |
| 93309 | 63,989 | $62,143 | $286,600 | $1,268 | 10.4 |
| 93312 | 58,265 | $112,654 | $420,500 | $1,958 | 14.2 |
Bakersfield, CA has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 312,968. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $60,169. The average median home value is $280,600. The average median monthly rent is $1,293.
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