As of January 2025 the median rental rate in Bakersfield is $1,483 which is $255 (21%) more than the median of $1,228 for Kern County, $816 (36%) less than the median of $2,299 for California and $114 (7%) less than the median of $1,597 for the United States.
| Median | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | 3 Beds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield | $1,483 | $1,186 | $1,390 | $1,873 |
| Kern County | $1,228 | $959 | $1,220 | $1,505 |
| California | $2,299 | $1,724 | $2,238 | $2,934 |
| United States | $1,597 | $1,236 | $1,565 | $1,989 |
