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Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield · CA 93301
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$380K
Median Price
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Walk Score
5/10
Schools
133 min
to Downtown Los Angeles, CA
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
DQuietness
40/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score31/100
Our Take
Bakersfield’s 93301 ZIP offers solid school quality and affordable housing, but the lack of walkable amenities and moderate crime levels mean it’s best suited for buyers who value price over convenience. The area’s air quality can be a concern, and public transit options are limited.
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The Good
- ✓Affordability relative to nearby metros
- ✓Strong local schools
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Growing local economy
Real Talk
- !Higher-than-average violent crime in some parts
- !Limited public transit and walkable options
- !Air quality can be poor during dust storms
- !Housing inventory may be tight as prices rise
- $Higher property taxes due to California rates
- $Potential higher insurance costs because of air pollution
- $Older home maintenance and repair expenses
Best For
Families with childrenFirst-time homebuyers on a budgetRemote workers looking for low cost of livingThose willing to commute for better job options
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityPoor
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Bakersfield, CA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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