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Cottonwood (Kern County), CA

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Population
3,107
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
385 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$321,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$44,247
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Cottonwood (Kern County)

Cottonwood is a small, quiet community sitting right against Bakersfield in Kern County. With roughly 4,000 residents, it functions much like an everyday suburban neighborhood while sharing all the conveniences of the city around it. Living here puts you just minutes from Bakersfield for daily commutes, shopping, and dining, making it an easy and practical spot to settle down.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingBright SkiesA+99.6ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+99.0rating

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