McFarland, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
14,138 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,801 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$245,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$786 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.6% 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 48
Mar 2 0 52
Apr 1 0 56
May 0 0 65
Jun 0 0 71
Jul 0 0 77
Aug 0 0 76
Sep 0 0 70
Oct 0 0 61
Nov 1 0 52
Dec 2 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

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

McFarland Middle
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Horizon Elementary
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
McFarland High
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Kern Avenue Elementary
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Lyle's College of Beauty
23 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Delano Regional Medical Center
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
21 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
23 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Meadows Field
19 miles, S • 1 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
85 miles, W • 1 star
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