Mettler, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
137 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$626 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,521 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.6% 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 46
Feb 2 0 48
Mar 2 1 52
Apr 1 0 56
May 0 0 63
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 0 0 69
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 1 0 52
Dec 1 1 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Schools

General Shafter Elementary
11 miles, N 3.2 star
El Camino Real Elementary
12 miles, NE 1.9 star
Sunset
12 miles, NE 1 star
Vineland Elementary
12 miles, NE 1.4 star

Colleges

Milan Institute-Bakersfield
22 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

Mercy Hospital
22 miles, N 1.4 star
Kern Medical Center
22 miles, NE 1.4 star
Adventist Health Bakersfield
22 miles, N 2.3 star

Airports

Meadows Field
26 miles, N 1 star
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
66 miles, W 1.4 star
Bob Hope Airport
69 miles, S 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
84 miles, S 4.6 star