California City

CA

Kern County, California

Population 915K |Median income $70,210 |10 hospitals

Population
915,075
Kern County
Median Income
$70,210
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$338,300
+49% vs avg
Median Age
32.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
915K+8%
Median Income
$70,210+45%
Median Home Value
$338,300+109%
Poverty Rate
19.1%-17%
Unemployment
8.6%-37%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,300/mo
Poverty Rate
19.1% +35% vs avg
Unemployment 8.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.8%
Work From Home 7.5%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 43.9%
Asian 5.3%
African American 5.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.5%
Obesity
36%
High Blood Pressure
32%
Physical Inactivity
31.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
20%
Binge Drinking
16.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
16.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.1%
Current Smoking
14.6%
Diabetes
13.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 70.7%
Dental Visit 52.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 10 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
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0
★★★
1
★★
2
★
1
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
10
With ER
4
MERCY HOSPITAL
BAKERSFIELD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
BAKERSFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
BAKERSFIELD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
KERN MEDICAL CENTER
BAKERSFIELD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
ADVENTIST HEALTH BAKERSFIELD
BAKERSFIELD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — California City Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of California City, CA? ▼
California City, CA has a population of 915,075 people, located in Kern County, California.
What is the median household income in California City? ▼
The median household income in California City, CA is $70,210 per year. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
What is the median home value in California City? ▼
The median home value in California City, CA is $338,300. Median rent is $1,300/month.
What are the top health concerns in California City? ▼
The top health indicators in California City include Short Sleep Duration (38.5%), Obesity (36%), High Blood Pressure (32%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in California City? ▼
California City has 10 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in California City? ▼
The median age in California City, CA is 32.7 years. 18.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

California City, CA is located in Kern County, California. With a population of 915K and a median household income of $70,210, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 10 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the California City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Kern County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.