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Porterville, CA
California · Kings County · Hanford-Corcoran Metro
Porterville is a mid-size city in California with a population of 62,765. Residents earn $59,012 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
2.6
/5.0
C+
Fair
62,765
Population
3,335/sq mi density
$59,012
Median Income
$23,919 per capita
$273,600
Home Value
$323,742 Zillow
$1,111
Median Rent
34.8% income on rent
66°F
Avg Temperature
330 sunny days/yr
319
Violent Crime/100K
2,154 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$59,012 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$273,600 home value, $1,111/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
319 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$59,012
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$273,600
3% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
319/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,111
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.1%
14% higher than US avg
How Porterville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population62,765
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density3,335/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Veterans3.4%
Economy
BMedian Income$59,012
Per Capita$23,919
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute24 min
Housing
AHome Value$273,600
Rent$1,111
Ownership54.9%
Zillow$323,742
Housing Units19,937
Rent Burden34.8%
Crime
FViolent319/100K
Property2,154/100K
Murder3.3/100K
Assault226/100K
Burglary354/100K
Health
Obesity35.7%
Uninsured20.1%
Smoking15.1%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Education
CBachelor's+14.9%
High School+69.1%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score4.25
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute24 min
Broadband88.4%
EV Stations14
Libraries7
Is Porterville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Porterville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Porterville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Porterville is $59,012, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Porterville is $273,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Porterville is below the national average at 319 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,154 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Porterville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Porterville has a population of 62,765 with a density of 3,335 people per square mile, spread across 17.7 square miles. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (36.2%), with 4.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 47.4% of residents, while 52.6% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.9% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.
Population
62,765
Total Population
3,335
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
17.7mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Porterville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Porterville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Porterville is $59,012, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,919 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,084, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5,457 business establishments, including 218 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 2.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Porterville vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,012 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,919 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,084 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,024 |
| Gini Index | 0.413 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,457 |
| County GDP | $9,220M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 218 |
| Healthcare | 244 |
| Retail | 303 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,105 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 110.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
Walkability
The median home value in Porterville is $273,600, 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,742, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% 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. 54.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 19,937 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $4,105 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $273,600 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $323,742 |
| Median List Price | $349,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $349,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $221 |
| Homes Sold | 29 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 23.4% |
| Inventory | 64 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,286 |
| Rent Burden | 34.8% |
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 | 54.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.1% |
| Housing Units | 19,937 |
| Median Year Built | 1980 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,105 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
In Porterville, 35.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 15.6% report binge drinking. 34.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.4% report depression. 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 20.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,692. The dentist ratio is 1:1,577. 65.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)
PM2.5
3.3
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
7.6
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.2
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
131.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
127.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Porterville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Cancer | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.1% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.8% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Short Sleep | 35.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| Uninsured | 20.1% |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,692 |
| Dentists | 1:1,577 |
| Mental Health | 1:400 |
| Checkup Rate | 67.7% |
| Dental Visits | 52.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,188/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 244 |
Porterville has a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 225.9 per 100,000, robbery at 78.1, rape at 11.6. The murder rate is 3.3 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,154 per 100,000, 10% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,387, burglary at 354, vehicle theft at 414 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 33 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Porterville receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Porterville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 318.9/100K |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Murder | 3.3/100K |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Rape | 11.6/100K |
| Robbery | 78.1/100K |
| Assault | 225.9/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,154.2/100K |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 353.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,386.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 413.6/100K |
| Arson | 5.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Traffic Accidents | 1,736 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Porterville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°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 11.0 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 443 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 17.7 sq mi (45.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0635°N, 119.0336°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Kings County County |
| Nearest Airport | Fresno Yosemite International (FAT) 62 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0459 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 11.1 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 11.3 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 65.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 7.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very High |
| Cold Wave | No Rating |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | MONTEREY BAY, N. CALIFORNIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Golden Trout Creek (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Golden Trout Creek | Volcanic field | 2,886 m (9,469 ft) | -5550 | 72 km |
| Mammoth Mountain | Lava dome(s) | 3,369 m (11,053 ft) | 1260 | 174 km |
| Ubehebe Craters | Maar(s) | 752 m (2,467 ft) | -150 | 177 km |
| Mono-Inyo Craters | Lava dome(s) | 2,796 m (9,173 ft) | 1380 | 194 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
Porterville has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 46°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Porterville is located in Kings County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 14.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 69.1% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.4% of the vote, a 23-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 14 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 244 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 23 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Traffic Accidents | 1,736 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.9% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.25 |
C
Education Grade (2.2/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 3,335/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.7 sq mi |
| County | Kings County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 68.3 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 5.9 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 14 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 18 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 244 |
| Restaurants | 218 |
| Retail Stores | 303 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
Average costs for common services in Porterville. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,128 |
| Toddler | $798 |
| Preschool | $661 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $944 |
| Toddler | $846 |
| Preschool | $785 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Kings 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 | 7,404 | 3,227 | $47,460 | 1.02 |
| Manufacturing | 4,646 | 81 | $65,973 | 1.11 |
| Retail Trade | 4,316 | 292 | $40,271 | 0.85 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 3,695 | 226 | $25,803 | 0.80 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,255 | 128 | $70,668 | 0.58 |
| Construction | 1,160 | 140 | $69,104 | 0.44 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 849 | 88 | $81,210 | 0.28 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 832 | 132 | $74,400 | 0.24 |
| Other Services | 694 | 178 | $43,721 | 0.45 |
| Wholesale Trade | 666 | 66 | $79,943 | 0.33 |
| Finance & Insurance | 435 | 71 | $89,325 | 0.21 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 382 | 22 | $29,828 | 0.45 |
| Real Estate | 320 | 105 | $46,001 | 0.41 |
| Management of Companies | 279 | 10 | $78,660 | 0.33 |
| Information & Technology | 171 | 12 | $70,298 | 0.18 |
| Educational Services | 140 | 16 | $33,645 | 0.13 |
| Utilities | 139 | 13 | $139,310 | 0.72 |
| Unclassified | 2 | 5 | $14,455 | 0.03 |
Colleges & Universities in Porterville
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porterville College | Public · Associate | 5,624 | — | $1,409 | $10,289 |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Porterville | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 124 | — | — | — |
Hospitals in Porterville
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIERRA VIEW MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes | (559) 784-1110 |
| PORTERVILLE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes | (559) 782-2222 |
Schools in Porterville
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Charter Academy (Charter) | Other | 2,378 | 104 | 22.9:1 |
| Porterville High | High | 2,178 | 84 | 25.9:1 |
| Monache High | High | 2,049 | 88 | 23.3:1 |
| Granite Hills High | High | 1,242 | 56 | 22.2:1 |
| Monarch River Academy (Charter) | Other | 1,125 | 34 | 33.1:1 |
| Santa Fe Elementary | Elementary | 822 | 35 | 23.5:1 |
| Pioneer Middle | Middle | 736 | 36 | 20.4:1 |
| Westfield Elementary | Elementary | 710 | 27 | 26.3:1 |
| Olive Street Elementary | Elementary | 642 | 24 | 26.8:1 |
| Vandalia Elementary | Elementary | 577 | 22 | 26.2:1 |
| John J. Doyle Elementary | Elementary | 574 | 25 | 23.0:1 |
| Burton Middle | Middle | 548 | 26 | 21.1:1 |
| William R. Buckley Elementary | Elementary | 503 | 21 | 24.0:1 |
| West Putnam Elementary | Elementary | 497 | 21 | 23.7:1 |
| Sequoia Middle | Middle | 497 | 26 | 19.1:1 |
| Alta Vista Elementary | Elementary | 495 | 22 | 22.5:1 |
| Burton Elementary | Elementary | 493 | 20 | 24.7:1 |
| Los Robles Elementary | Elementary | 465 | 20 | 23.3:1 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | Elementary | 455 | 17 | 26.8:1 |
| Oak Grove Elementary | Elementary | 432 | 18 | 24.0:1 |
| Jim Maples Academy | Elementary | 430 | 19 | 22.6:1 |
| Bartlett Middle | Middle | 430 | 27 | 15.9:1 |
| Pleasant View Elementary | Elementary | 413 | 24 | 17.2:1 |
| Woodville Elementary | Elementary | 413 | 21 | 19.7:1 |
| Butterfield Charter (Charter) | Other | 384 | 15 | 25.6:1 |
| Belleview Elementary | Elementary | 364 | 14 | 26.0:1 |
| Roche Elementary | Elementary | 319 | 14 | 22.8:1 |
| Rockford Elementary | Elementary | 310 | 13 | 23.8:1 |
| Porterville Military Academy (Charter) | High | 288 | 14 | 20.6:1 |
| Hope Elementary | Elementary | 229 | 11 | 20.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Porterville
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Porterville
18 campgrounds found near Porterville.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELKNAP | 4.8/5 | 15 | $36 |
| BUCKEYE FLAT CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 26 | Free |
| Cold Springs Campground (CA) | 4.5/5 | 38 | $32 |
| QUAKING ASPEN | 4.5/5 | 39 | $36–$242 |
| REDWOOD MEADOW | 4.5/5 | 12 | $36–$116 |
| Atwell Mill Campground | 4.3/5 | 19 | $32 |
| QUAKING ASPEN CABIN | 4.2/5 | 1 | $203 |
| POTWISHA CAMPGROUND | 4.1/5 | 37 | $32 |
| WISHON | 4.1/5 | 33 | $36–$71 |
| LONG MEADOW GROUP | 4.0/5 | 1 | $171 |
| COY FLAT | 3.8/5 | 19 | $36–$69 |
| HOLEY MEADOW | 3.8/5 | 9 | $34 |
| TULE | 3.8/5 | 101 | $20–$30 |
| HORSE CREEK | 3.7/5 | 80 | $20–$40 |
| WISHON CABIN | 3.5/5 | 1 | $203 |
| Grouse Valley Cabins | 3.0/5 | 2 | $175–$250 |
| POSO GUARD STATION CABIN | 3.0/5 | 1 | Free |
| Evans Flat Campground | — | — | Free |
National Parks Near Porterville
3 national parks and monuments found near Porterville.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| César E. Chávez National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Manzanar National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks | National Parks | $35 |
Trails Near Porterville
94 trails found near Porterville.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUMMIT | 12.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| KERN CANYON | 9.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SUMMIT | 9.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| PORTUGUESE | 6.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LONG MEADOW | 6.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DELONEGHA 4WD | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JACOBSON | 5.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TULE RIVER | 5.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SUMMIT | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MOUNTAINEER | 5.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NEWLYWED | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BORDERLINE 4WD | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| POTATO PATCH | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACK GULCH 4WD | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LION RIDGE | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DOYLE | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| PUP MEADOW | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| POWDERHORN | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WET MEADOW | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CHUTE | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BROWN'S MILL 4WD | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WOODPECKER | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LITTLE KERN | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NELSON | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DEER CREEK | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MARSHALL MEADOW | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| FROG MEADOW | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BOHNA RIDGE | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BRADSHAW 4WD | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COLD SPRING | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GRISWOLD | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SPEAS RIDGE | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUMMIT | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DUNN FIRE | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CATTLE RUN | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| EVANS FLAT | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WOODWARD PEAK | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WHITE RIVER | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUMMIT | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TOBIAS CREEK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FREEWAY RIDGE 4WD | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UNAL INTERPRETIVE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| PEYRONE CAMP | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEVILS CANYON | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SUNDAY PEAK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TELEPHONE RIDGE | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SUGARLOAF | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEER | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| HOSSACK | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BULL RUN | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| QUINN | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TOUHY GAP | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BEAR CREEK | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MAYFLOWER 4WD | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CLICKS CREEK | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MUD HEN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST EVANS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN SADDLE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COOK'S PEAK 4WD | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACK GULCH 4WD SPUR | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EAGLE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MERRY CAMP | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DARK CANYON | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SEQUOIA GROVE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MAYFLOWER 4WD | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GREENHORN CREEK | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OWL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MAYFLOWER 4WD | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UPPER BASKET | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOGEYE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UPPER BASKET | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MULE PEAK LOOKOUT | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NORTH EVANS | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JORDAN LOOKOUT | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| WOODPECKER | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEAD END | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| POWDERHORN | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LONG MEADOW | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TRAIL OF 100 GIANTS | 0.5 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| DAVIS CUT OFF | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SPOUT SPRING | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ALTA SIERRA | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DAVIS STATION | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAND SHED | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BRADSHAW SPRINGS | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MEADOW | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MAYFLOWER 4WD CUTOFF | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BULL RUN SPUR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DAVIS CUT OFF | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LONE STAR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SPOUT SPRING | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
Historical Trends — Porterville
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 58,982 | $41,905 |
| 2015 | 59,240 | $38,456 |
| 2017 | 59,181 | $39,909 |
| 2019 | 58,875 | $43,823 |
| 2021 | 62,742 | $48,955 |
| 2023 | 63,225 | $59,012 |
Museums in Porterville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTERVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5597842053 | $46,380 | |
| TULE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 34902 HIGHWAY 190 | 5597842487 | $5,288 |
| ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| HANDWEAVERS OF THE VALLEY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ZALUD HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2097827461 |
Libraries in Porterville
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 41 WEST THURMAN AVENUE | 0.0 | 226,415 |
Farmers Markets in Porterville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Mt. Vernon Farmers Market | Mt. Vernon & BC Football Field | ||||
| Earlimart (Tuesday) | North State Street and Washington Street | ||||
| Farmersville FM | 175 East Front Street | ||||
| L.A. Wilshire Center Farmers Market | Mariposa & Wilshire | Visit | |||
| Sierra View Farmers Market | 465 W Putnam | 05/16/2017 to 08/29/2017 | Tue: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM; | Visit | |
| The Market Downtown Tulare | K Street | Visit |
Hotels in Porterville
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Best Western Porterville Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Porterville
Palm Tree Inn
Restaurants in Porterville
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Applebee's
Blaze Pizza
China's Alley
Denny's
Denny's
La Cocina de Doña Maggie
Perko's
Plano Jerky
Round Table Pizza
The Black Bear Gazette
Tokyo Bowl
Cafes in Porterville
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Java Express
Stafford's Chocolates
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Cinemas in Porterville
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Galaxy 9 Theatres
Theatres in Porterville
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Memorial Auditorium
Clinics in Porterville
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Family HealthCare Network
Dentists in Porterville
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
People Dental
Western Dental
Bus Stations in Porterville
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Porterville Transit Center
Porterville Transit Center
US #1014245055
Gas Stations in Porterville
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Applegates
Chevron
Shell
Shell
Sinclair
Spirit
Valero
Banks in Porterville
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Tucoemas Federal Credit Union
Valley Strong Credit Union
Nursing Homes in Porterville
6 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTERVILLE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER 26501 AVENUE 140 |
Government - State | 201 | 46 | 5/5 | — | 2/5 | 5/5 | 5597822222 |
| SIERRA VIEW MEDICAL CENTER 465 W PUTNAM AVE |
Government - Hospital district | 35 | 35 | 4/5 | — | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5597886151 |
| PORTERVILLE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL 1100 WEST MORTON AVENUE |
For profit - Corporation | 99 | 90 | 3/5 | — | 2/5 | 5/5 | 5597821509 |
| PROVIDENCE VALLEY CARE CENTER 661 WEST POPLAR |
For profit - Corporation | 62 | 58 | 3/5 | — | 3/5 | 5/5 | 5597848371 |
| SIERRA VALLEY REHAB CENTER 301 WEST PUTNAM |
For profit - Corporation | 139 | 132 | 3/5 | — | 3/5 | 4/5 | 5597847375 |
| PROVIDENCE SUN VILLA 350 NORTH VILLA STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 99 | 92 | 1/5 | — | 3/5 | 4/5 | 5597846644 |
Pharmacies in Porterville
10 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 2944 | 53 EAST OLIVE AVENUE | 559-791-9238 |
| CVS - 35 | 800 NORTH WESTWOOD STREET | 559-784-2876 |
| CVS - 4652 | 590 WEST PUTNAM AVENUE | 559-784-6336 |
| CVS - 9845 | 1155 WEST HENDERSON AVENUE | 559-784-3616 |
| PORTERVILLE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER | 26501 AVENUE 140 | 559-782-2222 |
| RITE AID - 5799 | 66 WEST MORTON AVENUE | 559-788-0452 |
| SAVE MART - 45 | 900 WEST HENDERSON AVENUE | 559-781-1590 |
| TARGET | 1363 WEST HENDERSON AVENUE | 559-719-2204 |
| WAL-MART - 1877 | 1250 WEST HENDERSON AVENUE | 559-783-2090 |
| WARNACK PHARMACY | 434 SOUTH PLANO STREET | 559-782-1445 |
EV Charging Stations in Porterville
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Porterville | 555 N Prospect St | Non-Networked | 22 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | private | |
| City of Porterville | 61 W Oak Ave | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| Porterville Transit Center | 61 W Oak Ave | EV Connect | 2 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| CENTENNIAL PORTERVILLE 1 | 323-359 N 2nd St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CENTENNIAL PORTERVILLE 2 | 323-359 N 2nd St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CENTENNIAL PORTERVILLE 3 | 323-359 N 2nd St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EAGLE CASINO STATION 1 | 1850 West St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EAGLE CASINO STATION 2 | 1850 West St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EAGLE CASINO STATION 3 | 1850 West St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EAGLE CASINO STATION 4 | 1850 West St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Merle Stone Chevrolet Cadillac | 800 W Henderson | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | private | |
| Porterville Ford | 701 N. Main St | Blink Network | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| Porterville HS | 465 WEST OLIVE AVENUE | EV Connect | 6 | J1772 | public | |
| SPD | 29330 C-190 | Non-Networked | NEMA1450 | private | ||
| VALLEYSTRONGCU STATION 1 | 745 N Newcomb St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Porterville
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 5885 Road 148 | LTOWER | 66 |
| 5885 Road 148 | LTOWER | 66 |
| 1133 VALENTE RD | TOWER | 47 |
| Hatchet Peak | LTOWER | 25 |
| TOP HATCHETT PEAK (9656) | LTOWER | 20 |
| TOP HATCHETT PEAK (9656) | LTOWER | 20 |
Fire Stations in Porterville
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porterville Fire Department | 40 W Cleveland AVE | Mostly career | 559-782-7526 | ||
| Sequoia National Forest - USFS | 1839 S Newcomb ST | Mostly volunteer | 559-784-1500 |
Power Plants Near Porterville
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TULARE SUCCESS POWER PROJECT | CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC | 221111 | -118.9 | SB |
| GRANITE HILLS HIGH | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -119.0 | OP |
| PORTERVILLE 6 AND 7 | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -119.0 | OP |
| PORTERVILLE HIGH | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -119.0 | OP |
| PORTERVILLE SOLAR | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -119.0 | OP |
| MONACHE HIGH | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -119.1 | OP |
| PORTERVILLE SOLAR PLANT | NOT AVAILABLE | 221114 | -119.1 | NOT AVAILABLE |
Bridges in Porterville
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1953 | 586 | 21,000 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1963 | 256 | 17,400 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1971 | 298 | 17,400 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1955 | 103 | 15,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 124 | 15,000 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 124 | 15,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 144 | 15,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 144 | 15,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2001 | 387 | 15,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2001 | 387 | 15,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2001 | 250 | 14,100 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1970 | 242 | 13,300 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1955 | 103 | 12,550 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1954 | 55 | 10,700 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1924 | 60 | 9,500 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1936 | 24 | 8,300 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1955 | 69 | 7,500 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1950 | 63 | 7,200 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1941 | 69 | 7,200 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1972 | 274 | 5,900 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1948 | 414 | 5,700 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1930 | 49 | 3,800 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1955 | 42 | 2,500 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1953 | 46 | 2,500 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1957 | 43 | 2,200 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1949 | 100 | 1,175 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1991 | 178 | 1,150 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1949 | 119 | 965 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Porterville
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| AG FIBERS, INC. | 16351 AVENUE 40 | TULARE |
| FOSTER FARMS PORTERVILLE | 770 NORTH PLANO STREET | TULARE |
Airports Near Porterville
47 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fresno Yosemite International Airport | FAT | Large Airport |
| Bakersfield International Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Meadows Field | BFL | Medium Airport |
| Visalia Municipal Airport | VIS | Medium Airport |
| 3H Cattle Company Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Al Divine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baker & Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Belridge Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Boswell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Breckenridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Burnt Corral Meadows Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Buttonwillow Land & Cattle Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carver's Cut Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Central Valley Aviation Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corcoran Airport | CRO | Small Airport |
| Delano Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eckert Field | — | Small Airport |
| Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Exeter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Pear Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gordon Gulch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hanford Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harris River Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Interstate Ag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kearney Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kenny's Cropdusting Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kern Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mefford Field | TLR | Small Airport |
| Peg Field | — | Small Airport |
| Pixley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pom Wonderful Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Porterville Municipal Airport | PTV | Small Airport |
| Poso Kern County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quick Silver Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quinn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reedley College Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reedley Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Selma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sequoia Field | — | Small Airport |
| Sequoia Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shafter Airport - Minter Field | MIT | Small Airport |
| Silicz Boyz / Wagy Flat Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| South Lake Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trinkle Agricultural Flying Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Turner Field | — | Small Airport |
| Wasco Kern County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Woodlake Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Porterville
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter Police Department | 100 North C Street | |
| Farmersville Police Department | 909 West Visalia Road | |
| Porterville Police Department | 350 North D Street |
Grocery Stores in Porterville
70 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Al's Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 943 W Westfield Ave |
| ALDI 79199 | Supermarket | 770 S Jaye St |
| All Seasons Market | Convenience Store | 1181 W Putnam Ave |
| Applegate Market | Convenience Store | 212 N Newcomb St |
| C & L Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 11 W Olive Ave |
| Cafe Main St 254 | Restaurant Meals Program | 254 N Main St |
| Carl's Jr. #9024 | Restaurant Meals Program | 431 W Vandalia Ave |
| Chevron Extra Mile 5494 | Convenience Store | 1043 W Olive Ave |
| CVS Pharmacy 2944 | Other | 53 E Olive Ave |
| CVS Pharmacy 35 | Other | 800 N Westwood St |
| CVS Pharmacy 9845 | Other | 1155 W Henderson Ave |
| Del Taco #1186 | Restaurant Meals Program | 785 N Newcomb St |
| Denny's #7761 | Restaurant Meals Program | 1262 W Henderson Ave |
| Dennys #7820 | Restaurant Meals Program | 360 Montgomery Ave |
| Dollar General 13759 | Other | 1316 W Olive Ave |
| Dollar Tree 1245 | Other | 1373 W Henderson Ave |
| Dollar Tree 6313 | Other | 50 W Olive Ave |
| Dulceria Alebrijes 3 | Other | 47 E Orange Ave |
| EXPRESS MART & GAS | Convenience Store | 1060 W Olive Ave |
| Family Dollar 10706 | Other | 303 E Olive Ave |
| Family Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 575 N Main St |
| First Step Nutrition 12 | Grocery Store | 308 W Olive Ave |
| Food 4 Less 105 | Super Store | 1254 W Henderson Ave |
| Franks Stop And Go Market | Convenience Store | 610 W Olive Ave |
| Friendly Liquor & Gas | Convenience Store | 814 W Olive Ave |
| Henderson Ave Chevron | Convenience Store | 957 W Henderson Ave |
| J & R Meat Company | Specialty Store | 24 S Cobb St |
| JOE'S WESTSIDE MARKET | Convenience Store | 22388 Avenue 152 |
| Kids Nutricare | Grocery Store | 260 W Olive Ave |
| Kids Nutricare | Grocery Store | 600 N Prospect St |
| Lucky Wholesale Outlet | Convenience Store | 1227 W Olive Ave |
| Maximo's Inc. 1 | Grocery Store | 150 S Main St |
| McDonald's 12057 | Restaurant Meals Program | 1355 W Henderson Ave |
| McDonald's 7942 | Restaurant Meals Program | 379 E Olive Ave |
| Mediterranean Market | Grocery Store | 22388 Avenue 152 |
| Mom's U Bake | Specialty Store | 49 N D St |
| Morton Express Mart | Convenience Store | 90 W Morton Ave |
| N & S Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 951 W Teapot Dome Ave |
| Neighbor Mart | Convenience Store | 391 W Belleview Ave |
| OLIVE MINI MART | Convenience Store | 709 W Olive Ave |
| On the Rocks Liquor | Convenience Store | 1101 W Olive Ave |
| Panaderia La Chonita | Convenience Store | 565 W Olive Ave |
| Panaderia La Nueva Era | Other | 198 W Olive Ave |
| Pizza Hut 029229 | Restaurant Meals Program | 393 W Olive Ave |
| Pizza Hut 029230 | Restaurant Meals Program | 276 W Henderson Ave |
| Portavilla Market | Convenience Store | 34 E Henderson Ave |
| Porterville Ampm 83471 | Convenience Store | 700 S Jaye St |
| Porterville Apple Market | Super Store | 284 S Main St |
| Porterville Grocery Outlet | Supermarket | 50 W Olive Ave |
| Porterville Liquor Inc | Convenience Store | 699 S Plano St |
| Qwik Stop | Convenience Store | 1445 W Henderson Ave |
| RANCH MARKET | Convenience Store | 1340 W Northgrand Ave |
| Save Center Gas And Food | Convenience Store | 770 N Porter Rd |
| SAVE MART 45 | Supermarket | 900 W Henderson Ave |
| Sherwood Handy Market | Convenience Store | 1907 W Morton Ave |
| Shop N Save Market | Convenience Store | 1206 W Westfield Ave |
| Sierra Minit Mart - Plano | Convenience Store | 730 S Plano St |
| Sierra Minit Mart 1 | Convenience Store | 30 N Newcomb St |
| Sierra Minit Mart 2 | Convenience Store | 1012 W Henderson Ave |
| Smart & Final 796 | Super Store | 1419 W Olive Ave |
| Sunlines Handy Market | Convenience Store | 383 E Date Ave |
| Sunrise Handy Market | Convenience Store | 415 W Poplar Ave |
| Sunshine Handy Mart | Convenience Store | 227 S Main St |
| Super 7 Food Store | Convenience Store | 90 E Olive Ave |
| Target Store T-2420 | Super Store | 1363 W Henderson Ave |
| Town & Country Market | Super Store | 1310 W Olive Ave |
| Vallarta Supermarket 32 | Super Store | 305 E Olive Ave |
| Walgreens 9844 | Other | 416 E Olive Ave |
| Walmart 1877 | Super Store | 1250 W HENDERSON AVE |
| Whites Market | Convenience Store | 1204 S Main St |
Post Offices in Porterville
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Porterville Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Porterville
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Addiction Research and Treatment Inc - (ART)/BAART Behavioral Health Services | Substance Abuse | 559-853-6222 |
| Central Valley Recovery Services Inc - New Vision for Women | Substance Abuse | 559-625-4072 |
| PAAR Center - PAAR West | Substance Abuse | 559-718-0107 |
| PAAR Center - Porterville Halfway House | Substance Abuse | 559-782-8982 |
DOL Wage Violations in Porterville
26 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $297,139 in back wages owed to 391 employees.
26
Violations
$297,139
Back Wages Owed
391
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orduno Home #4 | — | — | 93257 | — | 6 | $96,519 | $5,080 | 19 |
| Travis Home #3 | — | — | 93257 | — | 3 | $39,408 | $2,815 | 14 |
| EL PROGRESSO INC | — | — | 93257 | Retail Bakeries | 1 | $31,095 | $1,555 | 20 |
| Cortez Market 3 | — | — | 93257 | — | 2 | $28,239 | $2,567 | 11 |
| Porterville Sheltered Workshop | — | — | 93257 | — | 2 | $14,112 | $109 | 130 |
| Orduno Country Home | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $13,222 | $4,407 | 3 |
| DIVERSIFIED FARM LABOR INC [OSHA] | — | — | 93257 | Farm Labor Contractors and Crew Leaders | 1 | $12,615 | $407 | 31 |
| R.M. Parks, Inc. | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $10,863 | $3,621 | 3 |
| Baxter-Leyva Adult Facility, LLC | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $9,575 | $684 | 14 |
| Gurrola Home #4 | — | — | 93257 | — | 2 | $8,703 | $1,741 | 5 |
| Forest Keeper | — | — | 93257 | — | 2 | $7,017 | $234 | 30 |
| EAGLE MOUNTAIN CASINO [OSHA] | — | — | 93257 | Casinos (except Casino Hotels) | 1 | $6,448 | $716 | 9 |
| Euclid Packing | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $4,787 | $4,787 | 1 |
| AGR Contracting | — | RUBEN ALVARADO | 93257 | — | 3 | $3,212 | $402 | 8 |
| Wiggins Home 1 | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $1,745 | $291 | 6 |
| Wiggins Home 2 (Wiggins Home) | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $1,559 | $156 | 10 |
| HG Foods LLC | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $1,444 | $60 | 24 |
| Patricio Aldaco Farm Labor Contractor | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $1,400 | $175 | 8 |
| Hacienda Farms | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $1,398 | $350 | 4 |
| Sherrill Morris Care Homes | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $1,312 | $437 | 3 |
| Tiny Farm Labor (FLC) | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $796 | $53 | 15 |
| Happy Hearts Children's Center | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $554 | $40 | 14 |
| Juan Acevedo Reforestation | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $506 | $506 | 1 |
| Wink Boutique, Inc. | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $451 | $225 | 2 |
| Hacienda Farm Service, Inc. | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $135 | $27 | 5 |
| De Boer Home #1 | — | — | 93257 | — | 1 | $23 | $23 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Porterville
53 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ASSEMBLY OF GOD | PO BOX 4277 |
| CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 1139 N MAIN ST |
| CASA DE ORACION LA FORTALEZA | 1264 N BEVERLY ST |
| CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS | 378 N F ST |
| CENTRO FAMILIAR CONSECHA ABUNDANTE | 2450 S MAIN ST |
| CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY | PO BOX 1484 |
| CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE | 2005 W OLIVE AVE |
| EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA | 681 THETA AVE |
| FAMILY LIFE CHURCH | 32968 INDIAN RESERVATION RD |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 105 E OLIVE AVE |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PORTERVILLE | 101 N G ST |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 1020 N PROSPECT ST |
| FOOTHILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 50 |
| GRACE CHURCH OF PORTERVILLE | 225 N NEWCOMB ST |
| GRACE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH INC | PO BOX 2629 |
| IGLESIA EVANGELICA DEL NAZARENO PORTERVILLE | 137 E MORTON AVE |
| IGLESIA JESUS FUENTE DE AGUA VIVA | 1495 W PUTNAM AVE |
| LA MISION DE JESUS PORTERVILLE | 638 N INDIANA ST |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN CENTER | 2380 W OLIVE AVE |
| LORD JESUS CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH | 18952 AVENUE 144 |
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What is the population of Porterville?
Porterville has a population of 62,765 residents and is located in California. The population density is 3,335 people per square mile, spread across 17.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.
Is Porterville expensive to live in?
Porterville 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 $59,012, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $273,600 (3% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Porterville safe?
Porterville is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,154 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Porterville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Porterville?
Porterville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.
How is the job market in Porterville?
The unemployment rate in Porterville is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,084. There are 5,457 business establishments in the area, including 218 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Porterville?
The median home value in Porterville is $273,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,742. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.9%. The average annual property tax is $4,105.
How are the schools in Porterville?
Schools in Porterville have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.9% of adults in Porterville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.1% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Porterville?
The obesity rate in Porterville is 35.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 34.8% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 20.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 65.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,692.
What is transportation like in Porterville?
The average commute in Porterville is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of Porterville?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Porterville is 36.2% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino. 47.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 52.6% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 10.9% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.
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