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Live. Work. Play.Bakersfield Demographic Information
- Age Ranges
- Population
- Income
- Households
- Schools
| Age Ranges | |
|---|---|
| 0-9 | 18.01% |
| 10-17 | 14.53% |
| 18-29 | 17.06% |
| 30-39 | 15.17% |
| 40-49 | 14.56% |
| 50-64 | 11.91% |
| 65 & Over | 8.76% |
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Land Area | 113.10 sq mi |
| Total Population | 278,496 |
| Population Density Ranking (National) | 57th percentile |
| Population Density Ranking (State) | 25th percentile |
| Population Growth Rate | 0 |
| Population Growth Rate Ranking (National) | 92nd percentile |
| Population Growth Rate Ranking (State) | 88th percentile |
| Income | |
|---|---|
| Median Income | $44,118 |
| Average Income Households W/ Children | $57,163 |
| Median Income Ranking (National) | 57th percentile |
| Median Income Ranking (State) | 40th percentile |
| Average Income Households W/ Children Ranking (National) | 58th percentile |
| Average Income Households W/ Children Ranking (State) | 46th percentile |
| Households | |
|---|---|
| Married | 54th percentile |
| Single | 46th percentile |
| Married With Children | 30th percentile |
| Married With No Children | 24th percentile |
| Single With Children | 13th percentile |
| Single With No Children | 33rd percentile |
| Schools | |
|---|---|
| School District Name | KERN UNION HIGH |
| Student/Teacher Ratio | 25.61 : 1 |
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- What is Coronado like?
- Coronado is a resort community that has good proximity to downtown San Diego. more
- What is Elkhart like and what can one expect to pay to live there?
- Elkhart is 15 miles east of South Bend and is a diverse manufacturing center responsible for more than 50% of the nation's band instrument production and an abundance of RV manufacturers. more
- How can I choose where to live in Austin?
- This area of Austin began growing in the 1970's and is still expanding. more
- What are some good tips for getting a cheap car rental?
- Car rental can be an expensive proposition, depending on how far you are going and how long you will need it. more
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