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Crime in Tehachapi summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Tehachapi. Key points include:
There were 321 total crimes in Tehachapi in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Tehachapi is 3,124.1 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Tehachapi is 574.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Tehachapi is 2,549.9 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Tehachapi is 47.42% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Tehachapi Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Tehachapi / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 321 | 3,124.1 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 59 | 574.2 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 10 | 97.3 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 41 | 399.0 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 262 | 2,549.9 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 13 | 126.5 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 210 | 2,043.8 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 39 | 379.6 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Tehachapi summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Tehachapi. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Tehachapi is 117 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Tehachapi is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Tehachapi is $424,155.
The median income in Tehachapi is $72,957.
Tehachapi's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Tehachapi Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Tehachapi | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 117 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 110 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 117 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 121 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 118 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 118 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 119 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Tehachapi, CA Weather
The average high in Tehachapi is 75.7° and the average low is 48.6°.
There are 22.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 8.4 inches of precipitation each year with 1.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Tehachapi |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 75.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 48.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 22.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 8.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 1.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Tehachapi Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Tehachapi
The current population in Tehachapi is 11,946. The population has decreased 15.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11,946 | -3.4% |
| 2023 | 12,366 | -3.8% |
| 2022 | 12,855 | -3.7% |
| 2021 | 13,346 | 4.9% |
| 2020 | 12,718 | 0.3% |
| 2019 | 12,680 | -0.6% |
| 2018 | 12,753 | -1.5% |
| 2017 | 12,948 | -1.8% |
| 2016 | 13,179 | -2.6% |
| 2015 | 13,536 | -2.0% |
| 2014 | 13,818 | -1.4% |
| 2013 | 14,014 | -1.1% |
| 2012 | 14,168 | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 14,332 | 1.8% |
| 2010 | 14,080 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Tehachapi
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Tehachapi is:
50.0% White with 5,976 White residents.
6.0% African American with 713 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 14 American Indian residents.
1.7% Asian with 201 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 8 Hawaiian residents.
0.9% Other with 103 Other residents.
3.6% Two Or More with 428 Two Or More residents.
37.7% Hispanic with 4,503 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Tehachapi | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 50.0% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 6.0% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.7% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.6% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 37.7% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Tehachapi
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Tehachapi is 38.1% female with 4,549 female residents.
Tehachapi is 61.9% male with 7,397 male residents.
| Gender | Tehachapi | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 38.1% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 61.9% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Tehachapi for adults over 25
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7.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed < 9th grade.
14.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed 9-12th grade.
27.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed high school / ged.
28.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed associate's degree.
9.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed bachelor's degree.
5.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Tehachapi completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Tehachapi | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 7.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 14.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 27.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 28.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 5.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Tehachapi, California
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10.1% of households in Tehachapi earn Less than $10,000.
4.4% of households in Tehachapi earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.3% of households in Tehachapi earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.7% of households in Tehachapi earn $25,000 to $34,999.
10.8% of households in Tehachapi earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.8% of households in Tehachapi earn $50,000 to $74,999.
16.8% of households in Tehachapi earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.2% of households in Tehachapi earn $100,000 to $149,999.
6.7% of households in Tehachapi earn $150,000 to $199,999.
4.1% of households in Tehachapi earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Tehachapi | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 10.1% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.4% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.3% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.7% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.8% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.8% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 16.8% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.2% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.7% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.1% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
