Lost Hills, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
1,861 332.4M (US)
Median Age
23.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$169,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$655 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.3% 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 46
Feb 2 0 49
Mar 2 0 53
Apr 1 0 58
May 0 0 65
Jun 0 0 71
Jul 0 0 76
Aug 0 0 75
Sep 0 0 71
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 0 52
Dec 2 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (39%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, CA State Senate District 16, CA Assembly District 35, CA
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Schools

AM Thomas Middle
2 miles, SW • 1 star
Lost Hills Elementary
2 miles, W • 1 star
Semitropic Elementary
10 miles, SE • 1 star
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Colleges

Taft College
36 miles, S • 1.4 star
California Aeronautical University
38 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Delano Regional Medical Center
26 miles, E • 2.3 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
39 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
40 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Mercy Hospital
41 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Meadows Field
38 miles, SE • 1 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
61 miles, W • 1 star
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