Potomac Park, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
10,634 332.4M (US)
Median Age
23.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,617 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$201,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$887 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.2% 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 a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

Climate

Hot semi-arid climate. Hot and dry grassland climate with low rainfall and periodic drought. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 47
Feb 1 0 51
Mar 1 0 56
Apr 1 0 62
May 0 0 69
Jun 0 0 77
Jul 0 0 82
Aug 0 0 81
Sep 0 0 75
Oct 0 0 66
Nov 1 0 54
Dec 1 0 46

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Mt Vernon Elementary
<1 miles, NW · 1star
Valley Schools
<1 miles, S
Ramon Garza Elementary
<1 miles, E · 1.4star
Sierra Middle
1 miles, E · 1star
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Colleges

Bakersfield College
3 miles, N · 1.4star
Milan Institute-Bakersfield
4 miles, NW · 1star
Lyle's College of Beauty
4 miles, NW · 1star
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Hospitals

Kern Medical Center
1 miles, N · 1.4star
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
3 miles, NW · 2.3star
Adventist Health Bakersfield
3 miles, NW · 2.3star
Mercy Hospital
4 miles, NW · 1.4star
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Airports

Meadows Field
7 miles, NW · 1star
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
82 miles, SW · 1.4star
Bob Hope Airport
87 miles, S · 2.3star
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