| ZIP Code | 93309 |
|---|---|
| City | Bakersfield |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Kern County |
| Area Code | 661 |
| Elevation | 387 ft |
| Latitude | 35.343046 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.06504 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.83 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.1% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.4% ▲ 71% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,101 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,383 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 4,494 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 7,655 (21.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,391 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,709 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,143 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $286,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,268/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,546 |
| Vacant Units | 1,260 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,546 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,260 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
ZIP code 93309 is located in Bakersfield, California, within Kern County. With a population of 63,989, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.5 years. Economically, 93309 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,143 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93309 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $286,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,268 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.3%) and renters (51.7%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 93309 is majority Hispanic (53.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.9%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93309 stands at 8.4%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 93309 in Bakersfield, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 63,989 residents, a median household income of $62,143, and a median home value of $286,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.