Tehachapi, 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
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
12,366
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$67,785
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$344,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$622
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,090
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.4%
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 | 1 | 45 |
| Feb | 2 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 2 | 1 | 51 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Oct | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| Dec | 1 | 1 | 44 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.
Liberal (25%) (71%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 65%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 32, CASchools
EPIC de Cesar Chavez
<1 miles, SW
Monroe High (Continuation)
1 miles, S
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2.8
Jacobsen Middle
1 miles, S
•
2.3
Tehachapi High
2 miles, S
•
3.2
Colleges
Bakersfield College
35 miles, NW
•
1.4
Lancaster Beauty School
35 miles, S
•
1
Antelope Valley College
36 miles, S
•
1.4
Career Care Institute
36 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley
<1 miles, N
Kern Medical Center
34 miles, NW
•
1.4
Kern Valley Healthcare District
34 miles, NE
•
3.2
Antelope Valley Hospital
35 miles, S
•
1.4
Airports
Meadows Field
40 miles, NW
•
1
Bob Hope Airport
65 miles, S
•
2.3
Los Angeles International Airport
83 miles, S
•
4.6
Ontario International Airport
89 miles, S
•
2.3