Inyokern, 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
5/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- 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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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
958
332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,373
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$311,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$653
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.7%
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 | 44 |
| Feb | 2 | 0 | 49 |
| Mar | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| 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 | 52 |
| Dec | 1 | 0 | 44 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 32, CASchools
Inyokern Elementary
<1 miles, S
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1.9
Faller Elementary
7 miles, SE
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2.3
Las Flores Elementary
8 miles, SE
•
3.2
Sierra Vista Education Center
8 miles, SE
Colleges
Cerro Coso Community College
10 miles, SE
•
1
Bakersfield College
67 miles, W
•
1.4
Lancaster Beauty School
69 miles, SW
•
1
University of Antelope Valley
69 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
8 miles, SE
Kern Valley Healthcare District
33 miles, W
•
3.2
Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley
50 miles, W
Southern Inyo Hospital
67 miles, N
Airports
Meadows Field
71 miles, W
•
1
Bob Hope Airport
105 miles, SW
•
2.3
Ontario International Airport
111 miles, S
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2.3
Los Angeles International Airport
123 miles, SW
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4.6