Edwards AFB, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
2,566 332.4M (US)
Median Age
24.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
89.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,120 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
41.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$310,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,283 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
2.9% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (72%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 45
Feb 2 0 48
Mar 1 0 52
Apr 1 0 58
May 0 0 66
Jun 0 0 74
Jul 0 0 81
Aug 0 0 79
Sep 0 0 73
Oct 0 0 63
Nov 1 0 52
Dec 1 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Desert Junior-Senior High
2 miles, N · 2.8star
Irving L Branch Elementary
2 miles, N · 2.8star
Eastside Elementary
14 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Colleges

Lancaster Beauty School
19 miles, SW · 1star
University of Antelope Valley
19 miles, SW · 1.4star
Career Care Institute
20 miles, SW · 1.4star
Antelope Valley College
22 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Antelope Valley Hospital
20 miles, SW · 1.4star
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
25 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Bob Hope Airport
54 miles, SW · 2.3star
Ontario International Airport
61 miles, S · 2.3star
Los Angeles International Airport
72 miles, SW · 4.6star
Meadows Field
74 miles, NW · 1star
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