Tehachapi

Bakersfield · California · United States · Pop. 14K

Overall Score

7 of 7 dimensions

Strong in Transit Strong in Entertainment

Mountain community southeast of Bakersfield at 4,000 feet elevation with a charming historic downtown, wind farms, apple orchards, and a cool climate escape from the valley heat.

Neighborhood Profile

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Updated March 2026

Transit

Walk Score and public transit accessibility.Good

Entertainment

Walkability and nearby amenities.Good

Commute

Average commute time compared to other neighborhoods.Good

Healthcare

Hospital access, pharmacy count & air quality.Good

Affordability

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

Safety

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

Schools

Average SchoolDigger star rating for nearby schools.Good

Key Statistics

Median Rent

$998

per month

Home Value

$239,300

median

Household Income

$38,638

median annual

Avg Commute

28.2 min

to work

Walk Score

out of 100

Bike Score

out of 100

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Tehachapi

Bakersfield · California · United States · Pop. 14K

Overall Score

7 of 7 dimensions

Strong in Transit Strong in Entertainment

Mountain community southeast of Bakersfield at 4,000 feet elevation with a charming historic downtown, wind farms, apple orchards, and a cool climate escape from the valley heat.