La Cresta, CA

Population
8,389
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
540 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$262,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,605
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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La Cresta is a small residential community located right in the Bakersfield area of Kern County. Home to nearly 9,000 people, the neighborhood covers just over a square mile and borders East Bakersfield. For anyone moving to the area, it functions much like an established city neighborhood, offering quiet residential streets while keeping you close to local schools, parks, and daily essentials.

Because it sits directly within the Bakersfield metro footprint, residents enjoy quick commutes to downtown jobs, healthcare centers, and shopping districts. The surrounding city and Kern County handle all major public services and road maintenance, giving locals the advantages of city living in a defined pocket of town. It is a straightforward, convenient option for newcomers looking for Central Valley living close to everything Bakersfield has to offer.

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