Barstow, CA

California · San Bernardino County · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro

Barstow is a small city in California with a population of 25,198. Residents earn $51,811 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

25,198 Population 610/sq mi density

$51,811 Median Income $25,531 per capita

$222,600 Home Value $261,106 Zillow

$1,065 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent

66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

1,136 Violent Crime/100K 4,088 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$51,811 median income, 5.3% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$222,600 home value, $1,065/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

1,136 violent crimes/100K (199% above avg)

Education

1.9 / 5.0

11.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $51,811

31% lower than US avg

Home Value $222,600

21% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 1,136/100K

199% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.1%

67% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,065

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.0%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.3%

47% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.3%

48% higher than US avg

How Barstow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population25,198

Median Age32.9 yrs

Density610/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 37%

Veterans9.9%

Economy

C+

Median Income$51,811

Per Capita$25,531

Unemployment5.3%

Poverty18.3%

County GDP$137,914M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$222,600

Rent$1,065

Ownership45.7%

Zillow$261,106

Housing Units9,935

Rent Burden31.9%

Crime

Violent1,136/100K

Property4,088/100K

Murder20.7/100K

Assault734/100K

Burglary1,182/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%

Uninsured14.8%

Smoking16.8%

Depression22.2%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain5.0 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation2,653 ft (809 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.1%

High School+83.8%

Graduate+4.1%

School Score4.33

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%

Commute28 min

Broadband75.6%

EV Stations23

Libraries48

Is Barstow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barstow receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Barstow has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barstow is $51,811, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barstow is $222,600, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,065 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,088 per 100,000, 109% above the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Barstow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Barstow has a population of 25,198 with a density of 610 people per square mile, spread across 41.4 square miles. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (36.5%), with 6% Hispanic, 18.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.4% of residents, while 28.6% speak Spanish. 9.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,198

Total Population

610

People / sq mi

32.9yrs

Median Age

15% below US avg

41.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%

Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Barstow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 71.4%

9% below US avg

Spanish 28.6%

113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Barstow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barstow is $51,811, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,531 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,199, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 77,170 business establishments, including 4,197 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Barstow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$51,811
	31% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,531
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,199
IRS Avg AGI	$67,148
Gini Index	0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.3%
	47% above US avg
Poverty Rate	18.3%
	48% above US avg
Establishments (County)	77,170
County GDP	$137,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants	4,197
Healthcare	5,144
Retail	5,298
Manufacturing	1,765

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,047
	73% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.3 min
Drive Alone	77.3%
Public Transit	0.9%
Work from Home	3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Barstow is $222,600, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,106, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,065 (8% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 45.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,935 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $6,047 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$222,600
	21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$261,106
Median List Price	$299,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$299,999
$/Sq Ft	$196
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.4%
Price Drops	11.9%
Inventory	67

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,065
	8% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,314
Rent Burden	31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,513
1 Bedroom	$1,647
2 Bedrooms	$2,053
3 Bedrooms	$2,752
4 Bedrooms	$3,165

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	45.7%
Owner-Occupied	45.7%
Renter-Occupied	54.3%
Housing Units	9,935
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,047
	73% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.72%

In Barstow, 38.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 15.0% report binge drinking. 30.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.2% report depression. 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 14.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699. The dentist ratio is 1:1,299. 86.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Barstow vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.0%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	13.7%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	35.6%
Asthma	11.5%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	5.6%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.0%
Physical Inactivity	30.4%
Depression	22.2%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	17.0%
Short Sleep	41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.2%
Uninsured	14.8%
	72% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,699
Dentists	1:1,299
Mental Health	1:322
Checkup Rate	70.1%
Dental Visits	48.7%
Premature Death	9,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	86.8%
Healthcare Facilities	5,144

Barstow has a violent crime rate of 1,136 per 100,000 residents, 199% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 733.8 per 100,000, robbery at 340.0, rape at 41.5. The murder rate is 20.7 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,088 per 100,000, 109% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,185, burglary at 1,182, vehicle theft at 721 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 419 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 455 federally declared disasters. Overall, Barstow receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Barstow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	1,135.9/100K
	199% above US avg
Murder	20.7/100K
	229% above US avg
Rape	41.5/100K
Robbery	340.0/100K
Assault	733.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,087.7/100K
	109% above US avg
Burglary	1,181.5/100K
Theft	2,184.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	721.4/100K
Arson	153.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	419
Traffic Accidents	946
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	455

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Barstow enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 5.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 2,653 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)

Annual Average	65.7°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	2,653 ft (809 m)
Area	41.4 sq mi (107.2 km²)
Population Density	610/sq mi
Coordinates	34.8670°N, 117.0430°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	San Bernardino County County
Nearest Airport	San Bernardino International (SBD) 54 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.0"

87% below US avg

Snowfall 0.3"

Wettest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0529 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	22.1 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.25 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.28 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very High
Risk Score	99.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	33.2 / 100
Community Resilience	20.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	No Rating
Earthquake	Very High
Wildfire	Very High
Flood	Very High
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very High
Volcano	Very Low
Avalanche	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15,901 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Jun 28, 1992	The 1992 Landers, California Earthquake	M7.3	93 km
Oct 16, 1999	The 1999 Hector Mine, California Earthquake	M7.1	77 km
Jul 6, 2019	Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence	M7.1	112 km
Jul 4, 2019	Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence	M6.4	102 km
Jun 28, 1992	The 1992 Big Bear, California Earthquake	M6.3	76 km
Apr 23, 1992	The 1992 Joshua Tree, California Earthquake	M6.1	121 km
Jan 17, 1994	1km ENE of Granada Hills, California	M5.9	148 km
Jun 28, 1991	The 1991 Sierra Madre, California Earthquake	M5.8	109 km
Jun 28, 1992	3km NE of Yucca Valley, California	M5.8	100 km
Oct 16, 1999	13km WSW of Ludlow, CA	M5.8	72 km
Sep 20, 1995	16km NNE of Ridgecrest, California	M5.8	113 km
Jun 28, 1992	2km SSW of Joshua Tree, California	M5.7	106 km
Jun 29, 1992	3km ESE of Yucca Valley, California	M5.7	103 km
Jul 11, 1992	12km NW of California City, California	M5.7	101 km
Oct 16, 1999	7km ENE of Running Springs, CA	M5.6	70 km
Jun 28, 1992	11km SSE of Big Bear Lake, California	M5.5	80 km
Feb 28, 1990	The 1990 Upland, California Earthquake	M5.5	100 km
Jun 4, 2020	17km S of Searles Valley, CA	M5.5	90 km
Jul 6, 2019	15km ESE of Little Lake, CA	M5.5	132 km
Jun 28, 1992	0km E of Yucca Valley, CA	M5.5	101 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

32 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 3 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Sep 7, 1982	EF2	94 km	0
Jun 25, 1954	EF2	30 km	0
Aug 4, 2008	EF1	71 km	0
May 18, 1997	EF1	31 km	0
May 18, 1997	EF1	32 km	0
May 11, 1997	EF1	41 km	0
Sep 4, 1976	EF1	58 km	0
Oct 22, 1974	EF1	98 km	0
Sep 9, 2021	EF0	76 km	0
Apr 16, 2019	EF0	99 km	0
May 7, 2017	EF0	41 km	0
Jul 19, 2015	EF0	86 km	0
Aug 18, 2013	EF0	29 km	0
Aug 15, 2005	EF0	87 km	0
Mar 4, 2005	EF0	92 km	0
Aug 14, 2004	EF0	69 km	0
Aug 14, 2004	EF0	78 km	0
Aug 28, 2000	EF0	93 km	0
Jun 6, 1997	EF0	55 km	0
Jun 26, 1995	EF0	85 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1855	S. CALIFORNIA	Eruption + Earthquake	—	—	129 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OLD (90,180 ac, 2003).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2003	OLD	90,180	72 km
2006	MILLARD	86,585	92 km
1999	WILLOW	63,525	58 km
2003	GRAND PRIX	50,799	85 km
2016	BLUE CUT	36,856	74 km
2020	APPLE	32,374	94 km
2015	LAKE	30,421	84 km
2020	EL DORADO	22,300	88 km
2002	CURVE	20,565	94 km
1997	NARROWS	18,248	85 km
2007	BUTLER 2	14,661	64 km
2007	SLIDE	13,190	72 km
1994	DEVILS	12,778	59 km
2003	PADUA	10,577	97 km
1988	TEXAS	10,515	87 km
2016	PILOT	8,267	65 km
1993	OPAL 2	8,223	36 km
2009	SHEEP	7,451	77 km
2002	BLUECUT	7,199	72 km
2002	LOUISIANA	6,651	76 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	47°F (8°C)	0.6 in	Wettest
February	51°F (11°C)	0.6 in
March	55°F (13°C)	0.5 in
April	62°F (17°C)	0.2 in
May	70°F (21°C)	0.1 in
June	80°F (26°C)	0.0 in	Driest
July	87°F (31°C)	0.2 in	Warmest
August	84°F (29°C)	0.3 in
September	77°F (25°C)	0.2 in
October	66°F (19°C)	0.2 in
November	54°F (12°C)	0.3 in
December	46°F (8°C)	0.5 in	Coldest

Barstow has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 46°F in December to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Barstow is located in San Bernardino County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.7% of the vote, a 2.1-point margin. 75.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 23 EV charging stations. There are 48 public libraries serving the community. 5,144 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.7%

D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	419
Traffic Accidents	946
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	455

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.1%
	67% below US avg
High School+	83.8%
Graduate Degree+	4.1%
School Test Score	4.33

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	610/sq mi
Total Area	41.4 sq mi
County	San Bernardino County County

Services

Broadband Access	75.6%
Avg Download Speed	117.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	29.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	23
Alt Fuel Stations	37
Public Libraries	48
Healthcare Facilities	5,144
Restaurants	4,197
Retail Stores	5,298

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.3 min
Drive Alone	77.3%
Public Transit	0.9%
Work from Home	3.4%

Average costs for common services in Barstow. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit	$387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit	$221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning	$144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling	$277 ($166–$443)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement	$332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement	$221 ($111–$387)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair	$443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install	$7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair	$1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement	$9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense	$5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation	$554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation	$2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut	$61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$166 ($83–$277)
Manicure	$28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure	$44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour)	$89 ($55–$144)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread	$4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb)	$1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly)	$77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$94 ($55–$166)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual)	$111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($17–$83)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming	$66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$221 ($111–$443)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,664
Toddler	$959
Preschool	$749
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,173
Toddler	$1,034
Preschool	$968

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in San Bernardino County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	133,946	37,818	$60,345	1.10
Transportation & Warehousing	120,696	3,609	$62,263	3.37
Retail Trade	88,162	5,399	$43,648	1.04
Accommodation & Food Services	73,308	4,212	$29,287	0.95
Administrative & Waste Services	52,590	2,324	$44,948	1.06
Manufacturing	50,339	1,990	$73,614	0.72
Construction	40,959	4,205	$79,944	0.92
Wholesale Trade	40,648	2,990	$75,947	1.22
Professional & Technical Services	23,219	3,733	$77,226	0.39
Other Services	22,684	3,597	$48,823	0.89
Educational Services	12,934	537	$51,912	0.74
Finance & Insurance	11,552	1,530	$88,378	0.34
Real Estate	11,024	2,104	$66,586	0.84
Arts & Entertainment	8,247	568	$31,403	0.58
Information & Technology	6,916	376	$97,855	0.44
Management of Companies	5,202	133	$106,149	0.36
Utilities	3,947	126	$139,581	1.23
Agriculture & Forestry	2,376	186	$44,328	0.35
Mining & Oil/Gas	1,083	33	$110,082	0.34
Unclassified	42	111	$41,711	0.04

Colleges & Universities in Barstow

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Barstow Community College	Public · Associate	4,614	—	$1,104	$9,936

Hospitals in Barstow

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
BARSTOW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	1/5	Yes	(760) 256-1761

Schools in Barstow

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Barstow High	High	1,584	65	24.4:1
Barstow Junior High	Middle	742	30	24.7:1
Henderson Elementary	Elementary	605	21	28.8:1
Cameron Elementary	Elementary	571	21	27.2:1
Montara Elementary	Elementary	539	21	25.7:1
Mojave River Academy - Silver Mountain (Charter)	Other	538	23	23.4:1
Crestline Elementary	Elementary	477	19	25.1:1
Barstow Fine Arts Academy	Elementary	446	20	22.3:1
Skyline North Elementary	Elementary	427	16	26.7:1
Barstow STEM Academy	Middle	396	13	30.5:1

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Radio Stations near Barstow

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
KSPC	college radio	MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near Barstow

2 campgrounds found near Barstow.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Rainbow Basin/Owl Canyon Campground	—	—	Free
Sawtooth Canyon Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Barstow

4 national parks and monuments found near Barstow.

Park	Type	Fee
Chino Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Red Rock Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Saddleback Butte State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Barstow

3 trails found near Barstow.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
BALDY MESA RIDGE TRAIL	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MANZANITA WASH LOOP	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
PHELAN LOOP	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes

Historical Trends — Barstow

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	23,200	$42,354
2015	23,415	$39,632
2017	23,555	$36,606
2019	23,580	$40,633
2021	25,442	$48,219
2023	24,939	$51,811

Museums in Barstow

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
DESERT DISCOVERY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7602526060	$77,762
WESTERN AMERICA RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	685 N 1ST AVE	7602569276	$23,667
DAGGETT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7602526100
MOJAVE RIVER VALLEY MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		7602565452
WESTERN AMERICA RAILROAD MUSEUM SYSTEMS	GENERAL MUSEUM		7602569276

Farmers Markets in Barstow

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Barstow Market Festival Farmers Market	East Main St.,From Barstow to 2nd

Nursing Homes in Barstow

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
RIMROCK VILLA CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL 27555 RIMROCK ROAD	For profit - Corporation	59	57	2/5	—	3/5	5/5	7602522515
VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA - BARSTOW 100 EAST VETERANS PARKWAY	Government - Federal	120	87	2/5	—	5/5	5/5	7602526200

Pharmacies in Barstow

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CROALS REXALL DRUG	901 EAST WILLIAMS STREET	760-256-8968
MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS BASE - BARSTOW BRANCH MEDICAL CLINIC PHARMACY-DOD	C STREET	760-577-6580
RITE AID - 5690	1380 BARSTOW ROAD	760-252-3502
TEPLOW DRUGS	404 EAST MAIN STREET	760-256-2726
VONS	1270 EAST MAIN STREET	760-256-8012
WAL-MART - 1879	621 MONTARA ROAD	760-252-5022

EV Charging Stations in Barstow

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Outlets at Barstow - Tesla Supercharger	2796 Tanger Way	Tesla		20	TESLA	public
Holiday Inn & Suites - Tesla Supercharger	2812 Lenwood Rd.	Tesla		16	TESLA	public
Virgina Way Center - Tesla Supercharger	502 East Virginia Way	Tesla		10	TESLA	public
Walmart 1879 - Barstow, CA	301 Montara Road	Electrify America		8	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Barstow Mall - Tesla Supercharger	1866 East Main Street	Tesla		7	TESLA	public
2835 Lenwood Rd (US-A29-3R6-1A)	2835 Lenwood Rd	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
2835 Lenwood Rd (US-A29-3R6-1B)	2835 Lenwood Rd	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
2835 Lenwood Rd (US-A29-3R6-1C)	2835 Lenwood Rd	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
2835 Lenwood Rd (US-A29-3R6-2A)	2835 Lenwood Rd	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
2835 Lenwood Rd (US-A29-3R6-2B)	2835 Lenwood Rd	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
2835 Lenwood Rd (US-A29-3R6-2C)	2835 Lenwood Rd	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
DC CORRIDOR BARSTOW DC1	2974 Lenwood Rd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
DC CORRIDOR BARSTOW DC2	2974 Lenwood Rd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
DC OB DC 1	2728 Lenwood Rd.	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
DC OB DC 2	2728 Lenwood Rd.	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
DC OB DC 3	2728 Lenwood Rd.	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Barstow, CA - Tanger Way (Wall Connector) - Tesla Destination	2796 Tanger Way	Tesla Destination	29		TESLA	public
Calvet Barstow	100 Veterans Pkwy	Non-Networked	12		J1772	private
Comfort Suites Barstow	2571 Fisher Blvd.	EV Connect	2		J1772	public
CSG EV OB L2 1	2728 Lenwood Rd.	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
CSG EV OB L2 2	2728 Lenwood Rd.	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
CSG EV OB L2 3	2728 Lenwood Rd.	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
DAYSINN CHARGER DAYS INN 1	1590 Coolwater Ln	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
DAYSINN CHARGER DAYS INN 2	1590 Coolwater Ln	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
DC CORRIDOR BARSTOW L2	2974 Lenwood Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Outlets at Barstow - Tesla Destination	2796 Tanger Way	Tesla Destination	29		TESLA	public
Rodeway Inn - Barstow	1261 East Main Street	Blink Network	2		J1772	public

Fire Stations in Barstow

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Barstow Fire Protection District	861 Barstow RD	Mostly volunteer			760-256-2254
Fire & Emergency Services, MCLB Barstow	236 Boll AVE	Career			760-577-6732

Power Plants Near Barstow

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
LONG BOAT SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-117.1	OP

Bridges in Barstow

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	169	42,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	176	42,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1961	141	42,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1961	147	42,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1964	25	39,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1964	25	39,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1964	70	39,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1964	26	39,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1961	26	38,500	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1996	226	36,500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1996	221	36,500	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1961	161	22,500	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1961	1,006	22,500	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1961	1,006	22,500	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1961	161	22,500	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1964	68	19,500	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1964	68	19,500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	198	19,500	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	198	19,500	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	68	19,500	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	68	19,500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	130	19,500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	131	19,500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1997	666	19,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1999	257	15,500	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1930	1,165	14,000	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1961	242	14,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1933	747	12,000	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	282	10,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	125	9,850	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	125	9,850	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1964	45	9,850	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1964	45	9,850	G
Culvert	Concrete	1970	39	4,000	F
Slab	Concrete	1992	23	4,000	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1939	321	3,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1970	199	3,100	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1964	264	1,400	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1960	32	1,300	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1961	265	1,300	F
Culvert	Concrete	1943	56	1,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1943	52	1,000	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2000	56	870	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1961	250	500	G

Amtrak Stations in Barstow

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Barstow, CA	1611 East Main St	BUS
Barstow, CA	685 North First Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Barstow

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO.	37072 E. SANTA FE ST.	SAN BERNARDINO
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO.	37072 E. SANTA FE ST.	SAN BERNARDINO

Airports Near Barstow

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Barstow Daggett Airport	DAG	Medium Airport
Bicycle Lake Army Air Field	BYS	Medium Airport
Abraham Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Adelanto Airport	—	Small Airport
Adobe Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Andy Jackson Airpark	—	Small Airport
Antelope Valley Soaring Club Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Apple Valley Airport	APV	Small Airport
Augusta Road Airfield	—	Small Airport
B & E Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bella Vista Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Bear City Airport	RBF	Small Airport
Black Butte Airfield	—	Small Airport
Boron Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Boron East Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brian Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cole Airport	—	Small Airport
Condit Airport	—	Small Airport
Depue Airport	—	Small Airport
Diversified Equipment Airport	—	Small Airport
El Mirage Auxiliary Airfield	—	Small Airport
El Mirage Field Adelanto Airport	—	Small Airport
El Mirage Valley Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Evans Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Flying J Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Goldstone (GTS) Airport	—	Small Airport
Goler Heights Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Gray Butte Field	—	Small Airport
Hamilton Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Hansen Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrod Airport	—	Small Airport
Harvard Airport	—	Small Airport
Helendale Airport	—	Small Airport
Hesperia Airport	—	Small Airport
Holiday Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Huettner Strip	—	Small Airport
Kelli Field	—	Small Airport
Kelly Airport	—	Small Airport
Kramer Junction Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Krey Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Arrowhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Leach Lake West Airfield	—	Small Airport
Mayo Airport	—	Small Airport
Monolith Airport	—	Small Airport
Nelson Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Oasis Airport	—	Small Airport
Osborne Airport	—	Small Airport
Plato East Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Rabbit Lake Auxiliary Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Rabbit Lake South Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Barstow

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Barstow Police Department	220 East Mountain View Street
CHP - Barstow	300 East Mountain View Street
San Bernardino County Probation - Barstow Adult and Juvenile Services	1300 East Mountain View Street
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department - Barstow Patrol Station	225 East Mountain View Street

Grocery Stores in Barstow

52 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7 Eleven Store 37950 A	Convenience Store	491 Armory Rd
Action Petro Inc 42857	Convenience Store	2191 W Main St
Armory Gas And Liquor	Convenience Store	490 Armory Rd
Barstow 76	Convenience Store	1600 E Main St
Barstow Convenience	Convenience Store	100 Montara Rd
Barstow Dollar	Convenience Store	943 Armory Rd
Barstow MCLB Commissary 1801	Supermarket	264 Joseph L Boll Ave
Barstow Station Liquor	Convenience Store	1611 E Main St
Barstows High Desert Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	2700 Barstow Rd
Bill's Market	Convenience Store	1234 W Main St
Brownies Liquor & Market	Convenience Store	29291 W Hwy 58
Burger King #23811	Restaurant Meals Program	301 Montara Rd
CACTUS MARKET	Convenience Store	1600 W Main St
Carl's Jr. #240	Restaurant Meals Program	1530 E Main St
Circle K 2721096	Convenience Store	500 Rimrock Rd
Circle K 2725731	Convenience Store	1501 E Main St
Country Corner Market & Liquor	Convenience Store	1790 N 1st Ave
Daily Stop	Convenience Store	1310 E Main St
Dollar General 12942	Other	471 Rimrock Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 13578	Other	300 W Main St
Dollar Tree 6811	Other	1307 E Main ST
Down Town Liquor	Convenience Store	217 E Main St
FOOD 4 LESS 312	Super Store	580 E Virginia Way
Hams Liquor Store	Convenience Store	1491 W Main St
Healthy Family Nutrition Barstow	Grocery Store	119 S 1st Ave
Howze Liquor Store	Convenience Store	846 E Williams St
Jack in the Box #5470	Restaurant Meals Program	421 Montara Rd
Jack In The Box 368	Restaurant Meals Program	1370 E Main St
Jacks Liquor	Convenience Store	2001 E Main St
Jazzy's Kickin Seafood Cuisine	Restaurant Meals Program	1320 E Main St
K&S Petroleum Inc	Convenience Store	1390 E Main St
KFC K312073	Restaurant Meals Program	110 Coolwater Ln
Main Street Shop	Convenience Store	1550 W Main St
McDonald's Train Station #1560	Restaurant Meals Program	1611 E Main St
Pizza Hut 029213	Restaurant Meals Program	481 Armory Rd
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #7229	Restaurant Meals Program	1601 E Main St
Purdy's Quality Meats	Grocery Store	800 Montara Rd
Qmart	Convenience Store	600 W Main St
Ragin Mini Mart 0	Convenience Store	1303 E Main St
RANCHO LA MEXICANA CARNICERIA	Grocery Store	1906 W Main St
RIM ROCK MARKET	Convenience Store	1425 Rimrock Rd
Route 66 Shell	Convenience Store	1401 E Main St
Seven Days Liquor	Convenience Store	1001 E Williams St
STATER BROS. MARKETS 101	Supermarket	957 Armory Rd
Subway 3241	Restaurant Meals Program	921 Barstow Rd
Swiss Dairy & Liquor	Convenience Store	708 E Main St
Terrible's 135	Other	2100 W Main St
Terrible's 374	Other	1700 E Main St
Tiger14th Corporation Dba (neighbors Market )	Convenience Store	100 E Main St
Tophat Liquor	Convenience Store	1012 E Main St
USA 63332	Convenience Store	1400 E Main St
Walmart 1879	Super Store	301 Montara Rd

Post Offices in Barstow

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Barstow Post Office

Treatment Centers in Barstow

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
High Desert Child Adolescent and - Family Services Center Inc	Substance Abuse	760-255-1083
San Bernardino Cnty Dept Behav Health - Barstow Counseling/Behavioral Health	Both	760-255-5700

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barstow

40 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AG BARSTOW KOREAN CHURCH	416 S 7TH AVE
APOSTOLIC WHITE HOUSE OF BARSTOW	25260 MAIN ST
BARSTOW BAPTIST TEMPLE	511 VICTOR AVE
BARSTOW CHRISTIAN MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION INC	PO BOX 1076
BARSTOW CHURCH OF PEACE	2790 BARSTOW RD
BARSTOW CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1041 MOUNT VERNON AVE
BARSTOW FOURSQUARE CHURCH	134 W MAIN ST
BARSTOW NORTH SIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST	1374 CARMEN DR
BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH OF BARSTOW CALIFORNIA	25623 AGATE RD
CALVARY CHAPEL OF BARSTOW	PO BOX 2057
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH	420 AVENUE E
DESERT CHURCH OF CHRIST	PO BOX 697
FAMILY LIFE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP	601 YUCCA AVE
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 1669
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST	36702 BEL AIR ST
FORERUNNER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP BARSTOW	1009 BROADWAY AVE
FREELY RECEIVE FREELY GIVE INC	411 SILVERADO ST
GOSPEL HAVEN CHURCH MINISTRIES INC	560 AGNES DR
HDCO INC	PO BOX 2577
HIGH POINT CENTER	1351 NANCY ST
IN HIS PRESENCE OUTREACH MINISTRY	423 E MAIN ST
KINGDOM OF HEAVEN OUTREACH MINISTRIES	34868 F ST
L J L MINISTRIES INC	1013 BROADWAY AVE
MOJAVE DESERT CHRISTIAN CHURCH	109 AVENUE F
NEW FAITH MINISTRY	2171 DIAMOND AVE
NIGHT OF LIGHT CHRISTIAN CHURCH	1016 E MAIN ST
OASIS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	28992 GRACE ST
OPEN CHURCH	501 E VIRGINIA WAY APT 30
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD IM 106RPCA	217 N 2ND AVE
REALITY TESTIMONIES MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST	755 E VIRGINIA WAY APT 124
REFUGE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC	909 ARMORY RD STE PMB 357
REVIVED COMMUNITY CHURCH	400 S 2ND AVE STE 103
RIVER OF LIFE A FREE METHODIST MINISTRY	800 YUCCA AVE
SAINT ANTONY MONASTERY	PO BOX 100
SHEPHERD OF THE DESERT EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 726
TRINITY ASSEMBLY OF GOD	501 AVENUE A
UNION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1360 RIVERSIDE DR
UNITED CHURCH OF CHIRST MEXICAN CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH	613 E BUENA VISTA ST
VICTORY OUTREACH BARSTOW	1501 W MAIN ST
WORD OF FAITH	1615 CAMEN DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barstow

What is the population of Barstow?

Barstow has a population of 25,198 residents and is located in California. The population density is 610 people per square mile, spread across 41.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Barstow expensive to live in?

Barstow is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $51,811, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,600 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,065 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Barstow safe?

Public safety is a concern in Barstow, with a violent crime rate of 1,136 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,088 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Barstow receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Barstow?

Barstow enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Barstow?

The unemployment rate in Barstow is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,199. There are 77,170 business establishments in the area, including 4,197 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Barstow?

The median home value in Barstow is $222,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,106. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,065. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 45.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,047.

How are the schools in Barstow?

Schools in Barstow have an average test score of 4.3 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.1% of adults in Barstow hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Barstow?

The obesity rate in Barstow is 38.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 30.4% are physically inactive. 22.2% of residents report depression. 14.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 86.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699.

What is transportation like in Barstow?

The average commute in Barstow is 28 minutes. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Barstow?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Barstow is 36.5% White, 18.9% Black or African American, 6% Hispanic or Latino, 1% Asian. 71.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 28.6% speak Spanish. 9.9% of the population are military veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability. 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

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Tsunami History

Wildfire History

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