Rosamond, 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
5/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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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
20,835
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$77,773
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$330,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$659
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,056
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.8%
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 | 3 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| Dec | 2 | 1 | 44 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.
Liberal (56%) (40%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 34%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 34, CASchools
Tropico Middle
<1 miles, NW
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1.4
Westpark Elementary
2 miles, SE
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1.4
Rosamond High Early College Campus
2 miles, SE
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2.3
Rare Earth High (Continuation)
2 miles, SE
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2.8
Colleges
Lancaster Beauty School
12 miles, S
•
1
Antelope Valley College
13 miles, S
•
1.4
Career Care Institute
13 miles, S
•
1.4
University of Antelope Valley
13 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Antelope Valley Hospital
13 miles, S
•
1.4
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
20 miles, S
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2.3
Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley
24 miles, N
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
38 miles, SW
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3.2
Airports
Bob Hope Airport
47 miles, SW
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2.3
Meadows Field
62 miles, NW
•
1
Los Angeles International Airport
65 miles, SW
•
4.6
Ontario International Airport
66 miles, S
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2.3