Ridgecrest Heights, 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
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
1/10
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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- 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
355
332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
6.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$55,000
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$104,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$439
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$665
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.7%
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 | 49 |
| Mar | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 81 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 74 |
| Oct | 0 | 0 | 64 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Dec | 1 | 0 | 45 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 32, CASchools
Faller Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Ridgecrest Charter
1 miles, NE
Panamint Christian School
2 miles, E
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1
St Ann School
2 miles, E
Colleges
Cerro Coso Community College
3 miles, S
•
1
Barstow Community College
64 miles, S
•
1.4
Lancaster Beauty School
68 miles, SW
•
1
University of Antelope Valley
68 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
3 miles, NE
Kern Valley Healthcare District
40 miles, NW
•
3.2
Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley
52 miles, W
Weed ACH (FT Irwin)
62 miles, SE
Airports
Meadows Field
77 miles, W
•
1
Bob Hope Airport
104 miles, SW
•
2.3
Ontario International Airport
107 miles, S
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2.3
Los Angeles International Airport
121 miles, SW
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4.6