Bakersfield is a city located in Kern County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 113.1 square miles (293.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 408 ft. With a population of approximately 247,057 residents, Bakersfield offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.61% males and 51.39% females, and it has a population density of 184.41 people per square mile (843.41/km²). Bakersfield lies at a latitude of 35.36 and a longitude of -119.03, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.6%), followed by English (7.1%), German (10.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 93301.