Boron, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
1/10
local_airport
Airports
9/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
2,627
332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,607
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$131,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$419
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$748
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Kern County
6
Bakersfield-Delano Metro Area
6
California
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Kern County
7
Bakersfield-Delano Metro Area
7
California
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 1 | 45 |
| Feb | 2 | 1 | 48 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 52 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 58 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 81 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Oct | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Dec | 1 | 1 | 44 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.
Liberal (23%) (73%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 74%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 23, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 34, CASchools
Boron Junior-Senior High
1 miles, S
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1.9
West Boron Elementary
2 miles, W
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1.4
Desert Junior-Senior High
17 miles, W
•
2.8
Irving L Branch Elementary
17 miles, W
•
2.8
Colleges
Lancaster Beauty School
35 miles, W
•
1
University of Antelope Valley
35 miles, W
•
1.4
Career Care Institute
36 miles, W
•
1.4
Barstow Community College
38 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Antelope Valley Hospital
36 miles, W
•
1.4
Barstow Community Hospital
38 miles, SE
•
2.3
Victor Valley Global Medical Center
40 miles, S
•
1.4
St Mary Medical Center
40 miles, S
•
1.4
Airports
Ontario International Airport
67 miles, S
•
2.3
Bob Hope Airport
69 miles, SW
•
2.3
Meadows Field
84 miles, NW
•
1
Los Angeles International Airport
86 miles, SW
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4.6