Oildale, CA Area Guide

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Oildale Area Facts

  • Oildale has a Livability Score of 58/100, which is considered below average
  • Oildale crime rates are 63% 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      Kern County Museum Historical Reference Library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 4,621, which are 63% higher than California
      Total Crime
      4,621 per 100k people

      103% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 22

      103% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -3%

      Year over year crime is down

      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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