Mojave, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
4,442 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,800 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$204,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$411 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$845 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.8% 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 47
Mar 1 0 51
Apr 1 0 56
May 0 0 65
Jun 0 0 72
Jul 0 0 79
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 a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 4%

Schools

Kern County ROP
3 miles, NE
Mojave Jr/Sr High
3 miles, NE 1.4 star
Mojave Elementary
3 miles, NE 1 star
Rosamond High Early College Campus
10 miles, S 2.3 star

Colleges

Lancaster Beauty School
22 miles, S 1 star
University of Antelope Valley
23 miles, S 1.4 star
Career Care Institute
23 miles, S 1.4 star
Antelope Valley College
23 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Antelope Valley Hospital
23 miles, S 1.4 star
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
30 miles, S 2.3 star
Kern Valley Healthcare District
45 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Meadows Field
57 miles, NW 1 star
Bob Hope Airport
57 miles, SW 2.3 star
Ontario International Airport
74 miles, S 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
75 miles, SW 4.6 star