Artisan, Bakersfield

Updated · 3,372 residents

Artisan is an affluent, highly walkable residential neighborhood in Bakersfield characterized by its spacious suburban tract housing and well-maintained properties. While the area offers excellent air quality and a serene, low-density environment, it remains a car-oriented community with limited local commercial activity.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyHighly WalkableUpscale VisualsModerate Dog AccessibilitySemi-Rural SettingQuiet and SuburbanHigh Noise LevelsExceptionally Clean AirPurely ResidentialStrong Insurance CoveragePolitically MixedDiverse Age GroupsNotable Flood Safety
Map showing the location of Artisan, Bakersfield, CA

Ask about Artisan

Get a clearer, more personal picture of the neighborhood with local insights on schools, walkability, noise and more.

0/500
Try asking:

About Artisan

The neighborhood features large, modern homes with extensive private amenities, including frequent swimming pools and multi-car driveways. Its layout emphasizes a consistent grid of sidewalks that makes the area exceptionally walkable, even as the surrounding environment remains primarily suburban with nearby undeveloped open fields. Residents benefit from high air quality and a complete lack of industrial proximity, contributing to a quiet atmosphere that is largely removed from the city's commercial centers.

Prospective residents should consider that the area experiences elevated noise levels due to local road traffic, which contrasts with its otherwise tranquil setting. While the neighborhood is well-suited for those seeking a quiet, family-oriented environment, it presents significant fire safety risks that require awareness. Access to education is provided through a mix of school districts, with options ranging from highly regarded elementary programs to diverse secondary school opportunities.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6 out of 10

Standard suburban spacing provides some buffer between neighbors, offering slightly more privacy than the typical Bakersfield residential area. Houses are generally separated by fenced yards and consistent distances between properties.

Ranked #28 in Bakersfield →
Walkability
Score: 9.5 out of 10

Extensive sidewalk networks and clear pedestrian crossings make navigating the area on foot easy. This level of accessibility is significantly higher than the Bakersfield average, featuring consistent pavement on both sides of residential and arterial streets.

Ranked #24 in Bakersfield →
Visual Appeal
Score: 8 out of 10

Large homes with complex rooflines and private pools create a highly polished aesthetic. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood features significantly more premium amenities and spacious residential lots than the Bakersfield average.

Ranked #1 in Bakersfield →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Walking routes for pets vary across the area, as some sections offer central public parks and wide sidewalks while others feature narrow verges and limited park access. According to iHuus data, overall dog friendliness is slightly below the Bakersfield average.

Ranked #52 in Bakersfield →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 7.3 out of 10

Frequent open land and undeveloped fields provide a more spacious feel than much of Bakersfield. According to iHuus data, the area features a mix of low-density residential tracts and scattered homes set among large infill lots.

Ranked #9 in Bakersfield →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4.3 out of 10

Residential life here follows a steady, low-key rhythm with a mix of green spaces and light industrial pockets. This area offers a similar level of activity to the rest of Bakersfield, though much of the landscape is characterized by calm streets and limited commercial density.

Ranked #25 in Bakersfield →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 2.9 out of 10

Frequent noise from nearby railroad tracks and heavy freeway traffic is characteristic of this area. According to iHuus data, acoustic comfort is lower than the Bakersfield average.

Ranked #45 in Bakersfield →
Air Quality
Score: 10 out of 10

Air quality remains consistently high with minimal health concerns. According to iHuus data, the air purity in Artisan is notably better than the Bakersfield average.

Ranked #1 in Bakersfield →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 8.9 out of 10

Industrial activity and heavy warehouses are absent from this area, providing a cleaner environment than the Bakersfield average. Residents can expect a landscape free from nearby industrial hazards or large-scale storage facilities.

Ranked #42 in Bakersfield →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 7.4 out of 10

Health insurance access among residents is higher than the Bakersfield average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #37 in Bakersfield →
Ideological Lean
Score: 4.2 out of 10

Political leanings in this area are split nearly evenly between conservative and liberal perspectives. This landscape is slightly more balanced than the broader Bakersfield average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #22 in Bakersfield →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.2 out of 10

A balanced mix of young adults, families, and older residents characterizes the area. According to iHuus data, this age distribution is slightly more varied than the typical profile found across Bakersfield.

Ranked #56 in Bakersfield →
Flood Safety
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is significantly lower than the Bakersfield average, although some residual risk remains within the 500-year floodplain according to iHuus data.

Ranked #11 in Bakersfield →

Compare with Any Neighborhood

Compare with
DimensionArtisanAmberton
🚶
Walkabilityavg 8.36
Score: 9.5 out of 10
Score: 9.3 out of 10
🔊
Acoustic Comfortavg 3.78
Score: 2.9 out of 10
Score: 3 out of 10
🤫
Privacy Indexavg 5.57
Score: 6 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
🎨
Visual Appealavg 6.61
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
🐕
Dog Friendlinessavg 6.03
Score: 5.3 out of 10
Score: 7.9 out of 10
🗺️
Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.87
Score: 7.3 out of 10
Score: 6.7 out of 10
✨
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.25
Score: 4.3 out of 10
Score: 3.5 out of 10
🏥
Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.62
Score: 7.4 out of 10
Score: 6.3 out of 10
🌿
Air Qualityavg 8.49
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 8.2 out of 10
🏭
Industrial Proximityavg 8.26
Score: 8.9 out of 10
Score: 10 out of 10
🌊
Flood Safetyavg 3.54
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Score: 4.1 out of 10
🗳️
Ideological Leanavg 5.07
Score: 4.2 out of 10
Score: 1.9 out of 10
👥
Population Age Profileavg 4.44
Score: 4.2 out of 10
Score: 5 out of 10
🔥
Fire Safetyavg 0.11
Score: not available
Score: not available
🏫
School Quality
Score: not available
Score: not available

School Districts Serving Artisan

Panama-Buena Vista School District
Grades K–825 schoolsRatings 1–10/10
5/10

Frequently Asked Questions

How walkable is the Artisan neighborhood?
The neighborhood is exceptionally walkable, featuring a consistent grid of sidewalks on both sides of every street. This layout provides safe and easy pedestrian access throughout the residential area.
Is the neighborhood quiet or noisy?
The neighborhood maintains a quiet, low-density atmosphere, though residents may experience some noise from local road traffic. The average noise level is measured at approximately 64 decibels.
What school districts serve the Artisan area?
Students in the area are served by a mix of districts, including the Lakeside Union School District, the Kern High School District, and the Panama-Buena Vista School District. These districts offer a range of performance levels, from highly regarded elementary options to diverse secondary campuses.
Are there industrial hazards near the neighborhood?
No, the area is purely residential and agricultural. There are no visible industrial hazards or large warehouses in the immediate vicinity.

Next step

Looking for a home around Artisan?

Search available homes and see how they fit the neighborhood qualities that matter to you.

You can refine your budget and priorities on the next screen.