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Bakersfield, CA Neighborhood Guide

Population: 413K · CA

Walkability (est.)
34
Car-Dependent
Safety Score
79
524 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
22.8 min
one way
Work from Home
8%
of workers

Commute Breakdown

Drive Alone: 81%
Public Transit: 1%
Work from Home: 8%
Other: 10%

Source: Census ACS 2022

Amenities

2,067
Restaurants (est.)
83
Parks (est.)
8
Hospitals (est.)

Estimated from Census County Business Patterns

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best neighborhoods in Bakersfield?

Bakersfield has many diverse neighborhoods. Use our walkability and safety scores to find the best fit for your lifestyle.

What is the average commute time in Bakersfield?

The average commute in Bakersfield, CA is 22.8 minutes. 81% of workers drive alone, 1% use public transit, and 8% work from home (Census ACS 2022).

How safe is Bakersfield?

Bakersfield has a safety score of 79/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 524 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.

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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.