| ZIP Code | 93311 |
|---|---|
| City | Bakersfield |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Kern County |
| Area Code | 661 |
| Elevation | 297 ft |
| Latitude | 35.153729 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.168362 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.8 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.10 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.1% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 480 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,433 (20.6%) |
| Some College | 3,272 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 5,377 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,297 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,328 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $117,591 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $425,500 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,884/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,797 |
| Vacant Units | 1,019 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,797 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,019 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.10 |
ZIP code 93311 is located in Bakersfield, California, within Kern County. With a population of 52,505, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.8 years. Economically, 93311 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $117,591 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93311 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $425,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,884 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 93311 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 38.2%. Residents are well-educated — 50.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93311 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 93311 in Bakersfield, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 52,505 residents, a median household income of $117,591, and a median home value of $425,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.