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Shafter, CA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Isla Mendoza

Moving from San Diego to Shafter next month

Longtime lurker here, The median home value here is around $306,800, which seems about average. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

3 replies 8 upvotes moving
phillylocal2021

Is Shafter good for remote workers?

Curious what people think. Is this normal for Shafter? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

0 replies 2 upvotes jobs
Jeremiah Diaz

Shafter is underrated, change my mind

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm single, late 50s, and Household incomes average around $67,989 in Shafter. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal for Shafter? The city has invested a lot in new development.

5 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Allison Watson

Quick question about Shafter

So, Just moved here 2 months ago and With a population of 20,618, Shafter is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 20,618 people. Household incomes average around $67,989 in Shafter. Homes are going for about $306,800 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The sub...

5 replies 11 upvotes qa
Ellie Torres

Best restaurants in Shafter?

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider -Shafter sits at 259.1 per 100K. It's a a small town city with about 20,618 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Would love some local perspective. TIA! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene he...

12 replies 7 upvotes qa
Emmett Lee

Just moved to Shafter, any tips?

I grew up here but left for a while. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this?

2 replies 4 upvotes moving
Robert T.

Is public transit usable in Shafter?

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 18.1%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $67,989 in Shafter. Crime rate is something to consider -Shafter sits at 259.1 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush ho...

12 replies 12 upvotes qa
Allison Watson

Anyone else love living in Shafter?

First post here. We have two kids and The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. With a population of 20,618, Shafter is a small town. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

6 replies 9 upvotes living
Mateo Hill

Best areas to explore in Shafter?

Rent is about $1,140/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Shafter sits at 259.1 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Let me know your thoughts. TIA!

5 replies 2 upvotes qa
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