Potomac Park, CA

Potomac Park is a quiet residential neighborhood tucked along the eastern edge of the greater Bakersfield area in Kern County. Home to around 9,000 residents, the community sits right alongside East Niles and Hillcrest. Living here gives you the feel of an established, slower-paced pocket while keeping you just minutes away from shopping centers, local dining, and jobs throughout the city.

As an unincorporated community, Potomac Park receives services directly through Kern County, while sharing schools, postal addresses, and utilities with Bakersfield. Getting around is simple, with straightforward commutes into downtown and quick access to major Central Valley travel routes. For newcomers looking to settle in the area, it offers a practical residential option close to everyday essentials.