Johannesburg, CA

Population
86
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
3,516 ft
General Quality
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Tucked into the Rand Mountains of the Mojave Desert, Johannesburg is a tiny, historic community in eastern Kern County. Founded in the late 1890s during the regional gold rush, the town today is home to just over a hundred residents who appreciate quiet surroundings and wide-open skies. Daily life centers on rustic desert living and outdoor recreation like off-roading. For groceries, medical care, and larger amenities, locals make the short drive north to Ridgecrest, making Johannesburg an appealing spot for anyone seeking true small-town seclusion.

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