Squirrel Mountain Valley, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
1,020 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$345,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$924 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$861 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.2% 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 1 0 46
Feb 1 0 50
Mar 1 0 56
Apr 0 0 61
May 0 0 70
Jun 0 0 78
Jul 0 0 84
Aug 0 0 82
Sep 0 0 76
Oct 0 0 66
Nov 1 0 54
Dec 1 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 5%

Schools

Kern Valley High
4 miles, W 1.9 star
Woodrow W Wallace Elementary
4 miles, W 1.4 star
Woodrow Wallace Middle
4 miles, W 1.4 star
South Fork Elementary
8 miles, E 1.9 star

Colleges

Bakersfield College
35 miles, W 1.4 star
Milan Institute-Bakersfield
38 miles, W 1 star
Lyle's College of Beauty
38 miles, W 1 star

Hospitals

Kern Valley Healthcare District
1 miles, N 3.2 star
Kern Medical Center
36 miles, W 1.4 star
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
37 miles, W 2.3 star

Airports

Meadows Field
39 miles, W 1 star
Bob Hope Airport
98 miles, S 2.3 star
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
108 miles, N 1.4 star
Los Angeles International Airport
116 miles, SW 4.6 star