Edwards AFB, California

Quick Statistics

Edwards AFB is a community in Kern County, California, home to about 2,500 people spread across 17.1 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $48,674 a year. About 66.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 90.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 21 percent over the past decade.

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2,500
Total Population
▲ up 21% since 2012
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17.13 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$48,674
Median Personal Income
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66.8%
College Educated
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90.7%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 14.1 points since 2010
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Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, Edwards AFB ranks number 848 of 1,570 in population, number 658 in median household income. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Edwards AFB typically top out near 97°F in July, while January nights average about 39°F. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Edwards AFB
# Town Distance Population
1.North Edwards, CA11.9 mi.903
2.Boron, CA16.6 mi.2,698
3.Rosamond, CA16.8 mi.21,473
4.Mojave, CA17.1 mi.5,173
5.California City, CA17.1 mi.14,414
6.Lancaster, CA20.4 mi.169,169
7.Lake Los Angeles, CA20.9 mi.13,051
8.Sun Village, CA23.8 mi.11,036
Frequently Asked Questions About Edwards AFB

What is the population of Edwards AFB, California?
Edwards AFB has a population of about 2,500 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Edwards AFB, California in?
Edwards AFB is located in Kern County, California.

What is the median income in Edwards AFB, California?
The median personal income in Edwards AFB is about $48,674 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Edwards AFB, California?
Since 1950, 15 tornadoes have been recorded in Kern County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Edwards AFB, California?
Typical July highs run about 97 degrees and January lows about 39 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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