Bakersfield, CA
BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.1.20)
AGE IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 26,687 | 7.0% |
| 25 to 29 years | 34,022 | 8.9% |
| 30 to 34 years | 27,661 | 7.2% |
| 35 to 39 years | 26,809 | 7.0% |
| 40 to 44 years | 21,638 | 5.6% |
| 45 to 49 years | 24,241 | 6.3% |
| 50 to 54 years | 18,508 | 4.8% |
| 55 to 59 years | 20,295 | 5.3% |
| 60 to 64 years | 19,748 | 5.1% |
| 65 to 69 years | 15,009 | 3.9% |
| 70 to 74 years | 8,452 | 2.2% |
| 75 to 79 years | 6,632 | 1.7% |
| 80 to 84 years | 4,913 | 1.3% |
| 85+ years | 5,503 | 1.4% |
The median age in Bakersfield is 31.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 263,237 | 68.6% |
| Black or African American | 32,383 | 8.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2,737 | 0.7% |
| Asian | 24,531 | 6.4% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 1,119 | 0.3% |
| Other | 45,143 | 11.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 24,274 | 10.4% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 19,864 | 8.5% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 58,738 | 25.3% |
| Some college, no degree | 55,740 | 24.0% |
| Associate’s degree | 21,941 | 9.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 34,067 | 14.6% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 17,997 | 7.7% |
| High school graduate or higher | 188,483 | 81.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 52,064 | 22.4% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 180,557 | 77.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 5.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.7% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.8% |
Median household income: $62,340
Mean household income: $81,610
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $22,169 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $32,454 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $36,984 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $62,099 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $80,140 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 288,659 | NA |
| Never married | 106,084 | 36.8% |
| Now married (except separated) | 137,375 | 47.6% |
| Separated | 5,016 | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 15,059 | 5.2% |
| Divorced | 25,125 | 8.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 68,724 | 18.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 68,630 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 48,224 |
| Single-family detached units | 88,687 |
| Homeownership rate | 58.7% |
| Vacancy rate | 5.9% |
| Renters rate | 41.3% |
| Average housing value | $261,549 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/mortgage) | $1,365 |
| Average rent | $980 |
Source: US Census; htps://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Average income | $81,610 |
| Average household size | 3.18 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 63.9% |
| Percent disabled | 10.4% |
| Percent with health coverage | 92.0% |
| Average travel time to work | 22.6 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.0% |
| Percent veterans | 5.3% |
| Percent foreign born | 18.4% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 10.6% |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $68,016.74 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $532.03 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $320.21 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $89.37 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $46.26 |
| Apparel & services | $2,004.86 |
| Men’s apparel | $385.05 |
| Women’s apparel | $656.89 |
| Children’s apparel | $320.60 |
| Boys’ apparel | $107.80 |
| Girls’ apparel | $121.82 |
| Footwear | $456.73 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,434.46 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $350.35 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,078.05 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,588.00 |
| Education | $1,394.36 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,913.43 |
| Club membership fees | $213.29 |
| Dating services | $0.66 |
| Pet food | $224.01 |
| Pet services | $62.63 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,741.95 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $619.83 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $482.94 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $940.56 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,054.16 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $457.50 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,644.46 |
| Health care | $5,200.26 |
| Medical services | $989.74 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $126.43 |
| Household Services | $1,874.64 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $56.07 |
| Lawn and garden services | $399.20 |
| Housekeeping services | $169.84 |
| PC repair | $6.09 |
| Housing | $21,440.46 |
| Home improvements | $2,391.31 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,389.90 |
| Phone services | $1,613.69 |
| Water | $696.29 |
| Life and other insurance | $382.99 |
| Pensions and social security | $7,432.53 |
| Personal care products and services | $828.95 |
| Hair care products | $100.86 |
| Personal care products | $355.20 |
| Local transportation | $7,806.49 |
| Gasoline | $2,068.48 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,047.95 |
| Travel | $2,027.90 |
| Airline fares | $505.70 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $24.48 |
| Lodging on trips | $542.49 |
| Food and drink on trips | $490.73 |
| Entertainment on trips | $173.18 |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN KERN COUNTY (home to BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA)
| % with any debt in collections | 39% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,775 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 21% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $794 |
| % with student loan debt | 12% |
| Average student loan debt | $13,978 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $147 |
| % with auto debt | 32% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (217)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 10,847 | 6.1% |
| February 2019 | 10,064 | 5.7% |
| March 2019 | 9,889 | 5.7% |
| April 2019 | 8,355 | 4.8% |
| May 2019 | 7,834 | 4.4% |
| June 2019 | 9,454 | 5.3% |
| July 2019 | 10,822 | 6.1% |
| August 2019 | 10,519 | 5.7% |
| September 2019 | 9,130 | 5.0% |
| October 2019 | 9,096 | 4.9% |
| November 2019 | 8,621 | 4.7% |
| December 2019 | 8,389 | 4.7% |
| January 2020 | 10,220 | 5.7% |
| February 2020 | 9,804 | 5.5% |
| March 2020 | 12,527 | 7.2% |
| April 2020 | 28,642 | 16.8% |
| May 2020 | 28,758 | 16.9% |
| June 2020 | 28,576 | 16.4% |
| July 2020 | 28,052 | 2.0% |
| August 2020 | 21,903 | 12.6% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.ls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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