Kern County, California
Wasco Real Estate and Local Guide
Wasco is an agricultural city in the San Joaquin Valley of Kern County, about 24 miles northwest of Bakersfield. Its economy is rooted in farming, rose growing, and oil. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Wasco best.
About the area
Living in Wasco, CA
Known as the Rose Capital of the United States; in 2007 about 55% of U.S. roses were grown in or around Wasco.
The housing market
Homes in Wasco
- About 59% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Roughly 76% of housing is detached single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $251,900.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Wasco home
Wasco Union High School Auditorium
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Wasco water tower
Local landmark visible along State Route 43
Wasco Festival of Roses
Annual festival tied to the area's rose-growing industry
Barker Park
Family park with playgrounds, a sand volleyball court, and a public pool
Westside Park
Managed by the Wasco Recreation and Parks District, with a skate park
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.