Kern River Valley / Lake Isabella

Bakersfield · California · United States · Pop. 8K

Overall Score

7 of 7 dimensions

Weaker in Entertainment Weaker in Transit

Mountain recreation communities northeast of Bakersfield with Lake Isabella for boating and Kern River for whitewater rafting. Popular weekend destinations for Bakersfield residents.

Neighborhood Profile

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Updated March 2026

Healthcare

Hospital access, pharmacy count & air quality.Good

Commute

Average commute time compared to other neighborhoods.Good

Schools

Average SchoolDigger star rating for nearby schools.Good

Affordability

Based on median rent relative to other neighborhoods in this city.Fair

Safety

Based on income levels as a proxy (crime data coming soon).Fair

Entertainment

Walkability and nearby amenities.Below Avg

Transit

Walk Score and public transit accessibility.Below Avg

Key Statistics

Median Rent

$500

per month

Home Value

—

median

Household Income

$16,458

median annual

Avg Commute

36.0 min

to work

Walk Score

out of 100

Bike Score

out of 100

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