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Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County), CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) is a small town in California with a population of 13.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
13 Population 13/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population13
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$63,070M

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,672 ft (1,729 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband13.0%
Libraries28

Is Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.4 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) has a population of 13 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

13
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) vs U.S.

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Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Alta Sierra CDP (Kern County) has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.4 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,672 ft (1,729 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates35.7258°N, 118.5452°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

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