Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Bakersfield

Affordability in Bakersfield

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Bakersfield is $1,472 and the median household income is $80,540 annually, with 39% of residents renting their homes. Affordable and income-based housing can help renters access below-market rents tied to local income limits.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Bakersfield Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 557 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction definitions.

Getting Around Bakersfield

The area around assisted properties in Bakersfield scores 75 (Very Walkable) for walkability, 46 (Some Transit) for public transit, and 59 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page, not the city as a whole.

Schools

Bakersfield is served by 152 schools across 20 districts, including 95 elementary, 29 middle, 26 high schools, and 2 other schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living

The median household income in Bakersfield is $80,540 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $1,472 per month, with about 39% of households renting rather than owning (Census ACS 5-Year).

Affordable and income-based housing in Bakersfield can significantly reduce what renters pay each month. HUD-assisted and LIHTC programs set rents based on area income limits rather than the open market, making them a meaningful option for cost-conscious renters in this city.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 14 affordable housing properties in Bakersfield were mapped for flood risk, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure is not a significant concern for HUD-assisted and income-based rentals in this city based on available flood mapping data.