Bear Valley Springs
Census-designated place in Kern County, California
Bear Valley Springs is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Kern County, California, with 5,592 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,121 ft (1,256 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Keene, 4.1 miles NE.
- 5,592residents (2020 Census)
- 4,121 ftelevation · 1,256 m
- 38.9 sq miland area · 100.7 km²
- 144 / sq mipopulation density
- 93531ZIP code
About Bear Valley Springs
Bear Valley Springs is a guarded-gate community in Kern County, California, United States. The unincorporated community is in the Tehachapi Mountains and is part of the greater Tehachapi area. The elevation ranges from 4,121 feet (1,256 m) to 6,934 feet (2,113 m) (Bear Mountain). The population fluctuates between a low during the winter months when snow is common, to a high in the summer months when its elevation keeps it much cooler than surrounding areas and major cities. The population was 5,592 at the 2020 census, up from 5,172 at the 2010 census. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Bear Valley Springs as a census-designated place (CDP). The census definition of the area may not precisely correspond to local understanding of the area with the same name.
A "Semi-Public" Community. Unlike private communities entirely owned by residents and a private homeowner association (HOA) or other private entity, Bear Valley Springs is "semi-public". Roads and infrastructure are owned by a public governmental agency—Bear Valley Community Services District (BVCSD). A homeowner association, Bear Valley Springs Association, exists and has authority over residential lots, but not the streets and public areas owned by BVCSD. BVCSD is one of only seven Community Services Districts authorized by California law to limit access to landowners and residents of the district. Due to this unique arrangement preventing general public access, BVCSD cannot receive outside public funds (i.e., county, state) for road maintenance. Instead, maintenance is entirely funded by local property taxes.
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- Median household income
- $120,481
- Median home value
- $496,200
- Median rent
- $1,439/mo
- Median age
- 53.1
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Bear Valley Springs had 5,592 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,592 |
|---|---|
| Density | 144 per sq mi (56 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Bear Valley Springs at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Kern County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 5,592 (2020) |
| Land area | 38.88 sq mi (100.7 km²) |
| Water area | 0.07 sq mi (0.17 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,121 ft (1,256 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1784° N, 118.6696° W |
| ZIP code | 93531 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0604734 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Bear Valley Springs
- Keene4.1 mi NE
- Stallion Springs6.0 mi S
- Arvin9.2 mi W
- Edmundson Acres9.3 mi W
- Golden Hills10.1 mi E
- Di Giorgio11.0 mi NW
- Tehachapi12.9 mi E
- Weedpatch14.1 mi W
- Mountain Meadows14.6 mi SE
- Lamont15.1 mi NW
- Edison16.2 mi NW
- Fuller Acres16.2 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Bear Valley Springs
What county is Bear Valley Springs in?
Bear Valley Springs is in Kern County, California.
What is the population of Bear Valley Springs, CA?
5,592 people lived in Bear Valley Springs at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Bear Valley Springs, CA?
The ZIP code of Bear Valley Springs is 93531.
What is the elevation of Bear Valley Springs?
4,121 feet (1,256 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Bear Valley Springs?
Keene (4.1 mi), Stallion Springs (6.0 mi), Arvin (9.2 mi), Edmundson Acres (9.3 mi), Golden Hills (10.1 mi).
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