Mojave, 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
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
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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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- 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
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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 34, CASchools
Kern County ROP
3 miles, NE
Mojave Jr/Sr High
3 miles, NE
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1.4
Mojave Elementary
3 miles, NE
•
1
Rosamond High Early College Campus
10 miles, S
•
2.3
Colleges
Lancaster Beauty School
22 miles, S
•
1
University of Antelope Valley
23 miles, S
•
1.4
Career Care Institute
23 miles, S
•
1.4
Antelope Valley College
23 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley
17 miles, NW
Antelope Valley Hospital
23 miles, S
•
1.4
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
30 miles, S
•
2.3
Kern Valley Healthcare District
45 miles, N
•
3.2
Airports
Meadows Field
57 miles, NW
•
1
Bob Hope Airport
57 miles, SW
•
2.3
Ontario International Airport
74 miles, S
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2.3
Los Angeles International Airport
75 miles, SW
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4.6