Golden Hills, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
10,445 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,654 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$376,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$607 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,050 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.2% 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 1 44
Feb 2 0 47
Mar 2 1 51
Apr 1 0 56
May 0 0 64
Jun 0 0 72
Jul 0 0 78
Aug 0 0 77
Sep 0 0 71
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 1 0 51
Dec 1 1 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Golden Hills Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Heritage Oak School
1 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

Bakersfield College
33 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Milan Institute-Bakersfield
34 miles, NW • 1 star
Lyle's College of Beauty
34 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Kern Medical Center
31 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
34 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Adventist Health Bakersfield
34 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Meadows Field
38 miles, NW • 1 star
Bob Hope Airport
65 miles, S • 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
83 miles, S • 4.6 star
Ontario International Airport
90 miles, S • 2.3 star
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