Rosamond
Census-designated place in Kern County, California
Rosamond is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Kern County, California, with 20,961 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,516 ft (767 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Mojave, 10.4 miles N.
- 20,961residents (2020 Census)
- 2,516 ftelevation · 767 m
- 52.1 sq miland area · 135.0 km²
- 402 / sq mipopulation density
- 93560ZIP code
About Rosamond
Rosamond is an unincorporated community in Kern County, California, United States, near the Los Angeles county line. Rosamond is part of Greater Los Angeles and is located in the Mojave Desert just north of Lancaster and Palmdale, the two largest cities in the Antelope Valley. As of the 2020 Census, Rosamond's population was 20,961. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Rosamond as a census-designated place (CDP).
Rosamond is a suburban bedroom community with many residents employed by nearby Edwards Air Force Base or commuting to Los Angeles, Lancaster, and Palmdale for work. The town is approximately 15 minutes north of the Lancaster Metrolink station, providing direct access to Los Angeles Union Station in just two hours.
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- Median household income
- $79,386
- Median home value
- $352,600
- Median rent
- $1,498/mo
- Median age
- 31.3
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Rosamond had 20,961 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 20,961 |
|---|---|
| Density | 402 per sq mi (155 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Rosamond at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Kern County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 20,961 (2020) |
| Land area | 52.12 sq mi (135.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.21 sq mi (0.55 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,516 ft (767 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.8656° N, 118.2148° W |
| ZIP code | 93560 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0662826 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Rosamond
- Mojave10.4 mi N
- Lancaster12.1 mi S
- Quartz Hill14.8 mi S
- Edwards AFB16.8 mi E
- Elizabeth Lake17.2 mi SW
- Leona Valley18.5 mi S
- Lake Hughes18.5 mi SW
- Desert View Highlands19.3 mi S
- Palmdale20.0 mi S
- Mountain Meadows20.0 mi NW
- Green Valley20.3 mi SW
- Tehachapi23.2 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Rosamond
What county is Rosamond in?
Rosamond is in Kern County, California.
What is the population of Rosamond, CA?
20,961 people lived in Rosamond at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Rosamond, CA?
The ZIP code of Rosamond is 93560.
What is the elevation of Rosamond?
2,516 feet (767 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Rosamond?
Mojave (10.4 mi), Lancaster (12.1 mi), Quartz Hill (14.8 mi), Edwards AFB (16.8 mi), Elizabeth Lake (17.2 mi).
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