Taft Heights, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,588 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$583 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$901 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.6% 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 47
Feb 2 0 49
Mar 2 1 51
Apr 1 0 54
May 0 0 61
Jun 0 0 67
Jul 0 0 71
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 0 0 67
Oct 1 0 60
Nov 1 0 52
Dec 2 1 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (78%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 32, CA
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Schools

Parkview Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Conley Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Taft Union High
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Roosevelt Elementary
1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Taft College
1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bakersfield Heart Hospital
30 miles, E • 3.2 star
Mercy Hospital
30 miles, E • 1.4 star
Adventist Health Bakersfield
31 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Meadows Field
31 miles, E • 1 star
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
53 miles, SW • 1.4 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
66 miles, NW • 1 star
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