Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 25.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.05 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 28% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.5% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 53 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 208 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 495 (24.9%) |
| Associates | 406 (20.4%) |
| Bachelors | 173 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 653 (32.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,583 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $149,400 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,194/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,626 |
| Vacant Units | 330 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Edwards is a city in California, located in Kern County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 3,744 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 25.93 years.
Economically, Edwards is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $66,583 is near the national average. Approximately 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Edwards is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $149,400, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $2,194 per month. At 24.0% owner-occupied, renters make up the majority — common in urban or college-town settings.
The population of Edwards is well-educated. 42.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (53.87%).
Edwards, CA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within California. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93523 | 3,681 | $66,583 | $149,400 | $2,194 | 4.9% | 41.5% | 24.0% |