Livability Score

58
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (0) F
Skyway cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks Drive Through
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
24th Street Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (0) F
Bakersfield Jam
Attraction
Bakersfield Speedway
Attraction
Kern County Museum Historical Reference Library
Museum
Kern County Museum and Pioneer Village
Museum
Majestic Fox Theater
Cinema
Stars Theater
Theatre Arts
Indoor Theater
Theatre Arts
Outdoor Theater
Theatre Arts
Bakersfield Civic Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Maya Cinemas Bakersfield 16
Cinema
Food and Drink (2) F
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Popeyes
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Carl's Jr.
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Del Taco
Fast Food
Carl's Jr.
Fast Food
Del Taco
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Carl's Jr.
Fast Food
Fitness (1) F
Crunch Fitness
Gym
24 Hour Fitness
Gym
Caledonia Masonic Lodge
Community Centre
Bakersfield Convention Center
Community Centre
Groceries (4) C-
Apple Tree Health Food
Health Food
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Food 4 Less
Grocery Store
Smart & Final
Grocery Store
Foods Co
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Vons
Grocery Store
Parks (10) A+
North Park
Park
Sears Park
Park
MC Cray Park
Park
North Meadows Park
Park
Standard Park
Park
North Beardley Park
Park
North Highland Park
Park
Riverview Park
Park
Sam Lynn Ball Park
Park
Metropolitan Recreation Center
Park
Kern River Parkway Park
Park
Panorama Park
Park
Fruitvale Norris Park
Park
Kern River Parkway Park
Park
Wilkins Park
Park
San Lauren Park
Park
Weill Park
Park
Kern River Parkway Park
Park
Joshua Park
Park
Beach Park
Park
Beach Park
Park
Jefferson Park
Park
Central Park
Park
Olive Park East
Park
Jastro Park
Park
Shops (1) F
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
Lowe's
Home Improvement
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Deli Mart
Convenience Store
Samco
Convenience Store
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 2.0% take public transportation in Oildale.
Public Transit Stops (1)
Stops & Stations F
A
Bus Stop
B
Bus Stop
Bakersfield (Downtown Transit Center)
Bus Stop
K
Bus Stop
M
Bus Stop
N
Bus Stop
J
Bus Stop
I
Bus Stop
C
Bus Stop
E
Bus Stop
H
Bus Stop
F
Bus Stop
D
Bus Stop
C
Bus Stop
G
Bus Stop
GET Bus Station
Bus Station
B
Bus Stop
D
Bus Stop
A
Bus Stop
E
Bus Stop
F
Bus Stop
Bakersfield College
Bus Stop
Chester & 21st Street (Downtown)
Bus Stop
G
Bus Stop
H
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.0% F
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cost of living D+

The cost of living in Oildale is 108/100 - which is 22% lower than California.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. D+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime F

Oildale crime rates are 4,765 per 100k, which is 68% higher than California
Property Crime
3,927 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
838 crimes per 100k F
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employment F

The median income in Oildale is $40,773 - which is 36% lower than California.
Med. Household Income
$40,773 F
Unemployment Rate
8.2% F
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health F

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (4)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. D-
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Good Samaritan Hospital
Hospital
Kern County Sherrif's Department
Police
Thriftys Drug Store
Pharmacy
Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Millennium Dental Center
Dentist
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
Hospital
Adventist Health Physicians Network Orthopedic Clinic – Chester
Doctor
Fire Station Number 4
Fire Station
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Hospital
Fire Station Number 1
Fire Station
Mercy Hospital Downtown
Hospital
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Fire Station Number 2
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality F
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housing A+

Oildale home prices are $162,400 - which is 60% lower than California
Home Price
$162,400 C
Home Appreciation Rate
21% A+
Home Affordability
4x (home price to income ratio) D+
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schools B+

The Oildale graduation rate is 76% - which is 5% lower than California
School Test Scores
N/A
High School Grad. Rates
76% D
Elementary Schools (0) C-
Wingland Elementary
Golden State Baptist Schools
Standard Middle
Standard Elementary
Highland Elementary
North Beardsley Elementary
Beardsley Elementary
Bethel Apostolic Academy
San Lauren Elementary
Stella I. Hills Elementary
Valley Oaks Charter
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
Olive Knolls Christian School
Longfellow Elementary
Myra A. Noble Elementary
Washington Middle
Downtown Elementary
Jefferson Elementary
Olive Drive Elementary
Franklin Elementary
Kern County Juvenile Court
Kern County Special Education
Kern County Community
Discovery Elementary
Northwest Christian Schools
High Schools (0) A
North High
Golden State Baptist Schools
Bethel Apostolic Academy
Garces Memorial High School
Valley Oaks Charter
Kern County Juvenile Court
Kern County Special Education
Kern County Community
Northwest Christian Schools
Bakersfield High
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ratings B+

Oildale has an overall rating of 75% from 5 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A
User Surveys (4)
From AreaVibes C
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Oildale Area Facts

  • Oildale has a Livability Score of 58/100, which is considered below average
  • Oildale crime rates are 68% higher than the California average
  • Cost of living in Oildale is 22% lower than the California average

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Olidale, CA Activities 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) If you're planning a trip to Olidale or have just moved to the area and are looking for things to do, you're in luck. This town has lots of beaches that are perfect for a relaxing day, and there are lots of opportunities to learn about the local history and participate in art eve ...Read More nts.

The East Hills Mall is a great place to shop for the latest fashions or grab a bite to eat at the food court. It's only a few miles from Bakersfield, where you'll find other specialty shops that sell one-of-a-kind clothing items and gourmet foods. When you want to spend a night out with friends, the Iron Horse Saloon is a great choice. The atmosphere is casual and the drinks and food are delicious.

The Rabobank Arena, Theater and Convention Center is also a popular site for concerts and plays, and it's a short drive from Olidale. You may also want to visit the Crystal Palace and Museum to learn more about the intricate artwork that has been part of the city for quite some time. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Oildale? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      North Park
      Sears Park
      MC Cray Park
      North Meadows Park
      Standard Park
      North Beardley Park
      North Highland Park
      Riverview Park

      Entertainment

      Bakersfield Jam
      Bakersfield Speedway
      Kern County Museum Historical Reference Library
      Kern County Museum and Pioneer Village
      Majestic Fox Theater
      Stars Theater
      Indoor Theater
      Outdoor Theater

      Food & Drink

      Taco Bell
      Popeyes
      Wendy's
      Carl's Jr.
      Burger King
      Arby's
      Del Taco
      Carl's Jr.

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Oildale? Of all people who commute, 2.0% take public transportation in Oildale.
      Drive to Work
      75%

      1% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      D+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Oildale? The cost of living in Oildale is 108/100 - which is 22% lower than California.
      Oildale
      108

      8% more expensive than average

      California
      140

      40% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Oildale? Oildale crime rates are 4,765, which are 68% higher than California
      Total Crime
      4,765 per 100k people

      105% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 21

      105% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      10%

      Year over year crime is up

      F Employment

      What is the median income in Oildale? The median income in Oildale is $40,773 which is 36% lower than California.
      Median household income
      $40,77326% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $18,35738% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      8%

      76% higher than the US average

      C Health & Safety

      Is Oildale a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Good Samaritan Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Oildale home prices? Oildale home prices are $162,400 - which is 60% lower than California
      Median home value
      $162,40012% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $9955% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      35%

      45% lower than the US average

      B+ Schools

      Does Oildale have good schools? The Oildale graduation rate is 76% - which is 5% lower than California
      High school grad. rates
      76%

      9% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      ?

      100% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      B+ User Ratings

      Is Oildale a good place to live? Oildale has an overall rating of 75% from 5 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      75%

      5 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      80%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      64%

      4 total surveys

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