Boron, CA

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Population
2,698
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
2,466 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$148,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,219/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,170
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Boron is a quiet desert town in Kern County, set along Highway 58 in the western Mojave. Best known for its massive borax mine, it offers affordable housing, wide-open skies, and easy access to nearby Edwards Air Force Base. With local spots like the Twenty Mule Team Museum and a friendly, unhurried pace, it's a practical choice for anyone looking for simple, small-town desert living.

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