China Lake Acres, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
2,523 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$168,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$918 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.0% 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 2 0 45
Feb 2 0 49
Mar 2 0 54
Apr 1 0 59
May 0 0 68
Jun 0 0 76
Jul 0 0 82
Aug 0 0 81
Sep 0 0 74
Oct 0 0 64
Nov 1 0 51
Dec 1 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 32, CA
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Schools

Inyokern Elementary
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Faller Elementary
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Las Flores Elementary
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Cerro Coso Community College
8 miles, SE • 1 star
Barstow Community College
68 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lancaster Beauty School
69 miles, SW • 1 star
University of Antelope Valley
69 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Kern Valley Healthcare District
36 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Meadows Field
74 miles, W • 1 star
Bob Hope Airport
105 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Ontario International Airport
110 miles, S • 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
123 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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