Oildale, CA
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34,796
TOTAL POPULATION
16,830
MALE POPULATION
17,966
FEMALE POPULATION
93.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.75
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,211
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,562
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,976
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,793
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,704
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Oildale
The most populous races in Oildale are White / Caucasian (25,807 | 74.2%), Hispanic or Latino (9,894 | 28.4%), and Two or more Races (3,957 | 11.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 747 | 2.1% |
| Black / African American | 613 | 1.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 136 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9,894 | 28.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 329 | 0.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 25,807 | 74.2% |
| Two or more Races | 3,957 | 11.4% |
| Some other Race | 3,207 | 9.2% |
| Total | 34,796 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Oildale
The most populous ancestries reported in Oildale are Mexican (8,211 | 23.6%), German (2,734 | 7.9%), Irish (2,666 | 7.7%), English (2,492 | 7.2%), and American (1,822 | 5.2%), together accounting for 51.5% of all Oildale residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 252 | 0.7% |
| African | 8 | 0.0% |
| Alaska Native | 114 | 0.3% |
| American | 1,822 | 5.2% |
| Apache | 65 | 0.2% |
| Arab | 606 | 1.7% |
| Armenian | 114 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Bangladeshi | 60 | 0.2% |
| Basque | 85 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 61 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 5 | 0.0% |
| British | 184 | 0.5% |
| Bulgarian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 278 | 0.8% |
| Canadian | 62 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 8 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 491 | 1.4% |
| Central American Indian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 386 | 1.1% |
| Chickasaw | 49 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 161 | 0.5% |
| Cuban | 102 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 35 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 63 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 181 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 577 | 1.7% |
| Eastern European | 130 | 0.4% |
| English | 2,492 | 7.2% |
| European | 540 | 1.5% |
| French | 350 | 1.0% |
| French American Indian | 12 | 0.0% |
| German | 2,734 | 7.9% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 118 | 0.3% |
| Guatemalan | 126 | 0.4% |
| Honduran | 17 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 79 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 395 | 1.1% |
| Irish | 2,666 | 7.7% |
| Israeli | 60 | 0.2% |
| Italian | 761 | 2.2% |
| Korean | 620 | 1.8% |
| Lebanese | 47 | 0.1% |
| Lumbee | 1 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 8,211 | 23.6% |
| Mexican American Indian | 87 | 0.3% |
| Moroccan | 117 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian | 359 | 1.0% |
| Navajo | 46 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 84 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 216 | 0.6% |
| Norwegian | 78 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 642 | 1.8% |
| Portuguese | 200 | 0.6% |
| Potawatomi | 20 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 251 | 0.7% |
| Russian | 73 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 348 | 1.0% |
| Samoan | 62 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 233 | 0.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 241 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 969 | 2.8% |
| Serbian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 127 | 0.4% |
| Spaniard | 418 | 1.2% |
| Spanish | 40 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 149 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 92 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 86 | 0.3% |
| Syrian | 383 | 1.1% |
| Thai | 56 | 0.2% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 80 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 44 | 0.1% | View All 73 Rows |
Immigrants in Oildale
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Oildale came from Central America (1,396 | 4.0%), Latin America (1,396 | 4.0%), Mexico (1,105 | 3.2%), Asia (522 | 1.5%), and El Salvador (224 | 0.6%), together accounting for 13.3% of all Oildale residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Afghanistan | 109 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 522 | 1.5% |
| Canada | 35 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 1,396 | 4.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 14 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 58 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 224 | 0.6% |
| Europe | 163 | 0.5% |
| Fiji | 16 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 64 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 44 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 17 | 0.1% |
| India | 25 | 0.1% |
| Iran | 65 | 0.2% |
| Israel | 57 | 0.2% |
| Japan | 14 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 8 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 1,396 | 4.0% |
| Mexico | 1,105 | 3.2% |
| Northern Europe | 41 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 60 | 0.2% |
| Panama | 6 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 33 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 49 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 199 | 0.6% |
| South Eastern Asia | 104 | 0.3% |
| Syria | 148 | 0.4% |
| Thailand | 8 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 9 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 55 | 0.2% |
| Western Asia | 205 | 0.6% |
| Western Europe | 64 | 0.2% | View All 32 Rows |
Sex and Age in Oildale
Sex and Age in Oildale
The most populous age groups in Oildale are 10 to 14 Years (1,629 | 9.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (1,511 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,085 (6.5%) | 1,155 (6.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 802 (4.8%) | 1,384 (7.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,629 (9.7%) | 1,415 (7.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,344 (8.0%) | 1,403 (7.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,027 (6.1%) | 1,033 (5.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,462 (8.7%) | 1,511 (8.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,441 (8.6%) | 1,193 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,301 (7.7%) | 1,198 (6.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 747 (4.4%) | 1,179 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 888 (5.3%) | 907 (5.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,070 (6.4%) | 919 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,372 (8.2%) | 1,102 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 932 (5.5%) | 1,270 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 649 (3.9%) | 678 (3.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 522 (3.1%) | 717 (4.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 190 (1.1%) | 322 (1.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 126 (0.7%) | 230 (1.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 243 (1.4%) | 350 (1.9%) |
| Total | 16,830 (100.0%) | 17,966 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Oildale
Median Family Size in Oildale
The median family size in Oildale is 3.35 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,976 | 25.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.63 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,397 | 17.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.69 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,459 (56.9%) | 3.44 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,397 (17.8%) | 2.69 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,976 (25.2%) | 3.63 |
| Total Families | 7,832 (100.0%) | 3.35 |
Median Household Size in Oildale
The median household size in Oildale is 2.73 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,976 | 15.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.99 persons per household. non-family households (4,892 | 38.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.30 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,459 (35.0%) | 3.49 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,397 (11.0%) | 3.52 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,976 (15.5%) | 3.99 |
| Non-family | 4,892 (38.5%) | 1.30 |
| Total Households | 12,724 (100.0%) | 2.73 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Oildale
Out of a total of 12,724 households in Oildale, 7,832 (61.6%) are family households, while 4,892 (38.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,907, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,656.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,656 (28.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,907 (22.9%) | 1,109 (8.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,691 (13.3%) | 106 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,686 (13.3%) | 21 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 777 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 467 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 304 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,832 (61.6%) | 4,892 (38.5%) |
Female Fertility in Oildale
Fertility by Age in Oildale
Average fertility rate in Oildale is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 152.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 569 (81.3%) | 152.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 131 (18.7%) | 38.0 |
| Total | 700 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Oildale
80.0% of women with births (700) in Oildale are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 24.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 429 (75.4%) | 140 (24.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 131 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 560 (80.0%) | 140 (20.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Oildale
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 30 (4.3%) | 15.0 |
| High School Diploma | 253 (36.1%) | 100.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 164 (23.4%) | 51.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 253 (36.1%) | 364.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 700 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Oildale
20.0% of women with births in Oildale are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 158 (62.5%) | 95 (37.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 149 (90.8%) | 15 (9.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 253 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 560 (80.0%) | 140 (20.0%) |
Income in Oildale
Income Overview in Oildale
Per Capita Income in Oildale is $22,211, while median incomes of families and households are $48,562 and $45,976 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 34,796 | $22,211 |
| Median Family Income | 7,832 | $48,562 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,832 | $66,870 |
| Median Household Income | 12,724 | $45,976 |
| Mean Household Income | 12,724 | $59,859 |
| Income Deficit | 7,832 | $10,793 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 34,796 | 32.64% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 34,796 | 67.36¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 34,796 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Oildale
Average Earnings in Oildale are $31,311, $36,484 for men and $24,574 for women, a difference of 32.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,703 (53.4%) | $36,484 |
| Female | 6,724 (46.6%) | $24,574 |
| Total | 14,427 (100.0%) | $31,311 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Oildale
The most common earnings brackets in Oildale are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (814 | 10.6%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (652 | 9.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 270 (3.5%) | 225 (3.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 140 (1.8%) | 381 (5.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 231 (3.0%) | 380 (5.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 398 (5.2%) | 282 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 216 (2.8%) | 335 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 147 (1.9%) | 441 (6.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 50 (0.6%) | 344 (5.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 260 (3.4%) | 310 (4.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 268 (3.5%) | 123 (1.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 281 (3.6%) | 652 (9.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 673 (8.7%) | 560 (8.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 699 (9.1%) | 647 (9.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 621 (8.1%) | 278 (4.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 471 (6.1%) | 169 (2.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 268 (3.5%) | 308 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 408 (5.3%) | 209 (3.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 814 (10.6%) | 178 (2.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 440 (5.7%) | 256 (3.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 462 (6.0%) | 470 (7.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 586 (7.6%) | 176 (2.6%) |
| Total | 7,703 (100.0%) | 6,724 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Oildale
Average earnings in Oildale are $38,395 for men and $28,791 for women, a difference of 25.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,840, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,125. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $77,169, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,630.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,125 | $21,462 |
| High School Diploma | $37,327 | $19,630 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,840 | $28,614 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,452 | $73,454 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $38,395 | $28,791 |
Family Income in Oildale
Family Income Brackets in Oildale
According to the Oildale family income data, there are 1,339 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 235 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 689 | 8.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 235 | 3.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 854 | 10.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 932 | 11.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,339 | 17.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,339 | 17.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 650 | 8.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,120 | 14.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 368 | 4.7% |
| $200,000+ | 313 | 4.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Oildale
7+ person families (254 | 3.2%) account for the highest median family income in Oildale with $78,106 per family, while 2-person families (3,534 | 45.1%) have the highest median income of $25,494 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,534 (45.1%) | $50,988 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,115 (27.0%) | $46,224 |
| 4-Person Families | 936 (11.9%) | $47,125 |
| 5-Person Families | 528 (6.7%) | $45,432 |
| 6-Person Families | 465 (5.9%) | $65,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 254 (3.2%) | $78,106 |
| Total | 7,832 (100.0%) | $48,562 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Oildale
The median family income in Oildale is $48,562, with families comprising 3+ earners (501) having the highest median family income of $103,221, while families with no earners (1,999) have the lowest median family income of $20,558, accounting for 6.4% and 25.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,999 (25.5%) | $20,558 |
| 1 Earner | 2,942 (37.6%) | $43,500 |
| 2 Earners | 2,390 (30.5%) | $94,375 |
| 3+ Earners | 501 (6.4%) | $103,221 |
| Total | 7,832 (100.0%) | $48,562 |
Household Income in Oildale
Household Income Brackets in Oildale
With 2,214 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Oildale, accounting for 17.4% of all households. In contrast, only 318 households (2.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 878 | 6.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 865 | 6.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,845 | 14.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,590 | 12.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,883 | 14.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,214 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,069 | 8.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,629 | 12.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 458 | 3.6% |
| $200,000+ | 318 | 2.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Oildale
The median household income in Oildale is $45,976, with the highest median household income of $51,893 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,236 households (41.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,594, with 2,629 households (20.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 443 (3.5%) | $46,089 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,236 (41.1%) | $51,893 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,416 (34.7%) | $39,672 |
| 65+ Years | 2,629 (20.7%) | $37,594 |
| Total | 12,724 (100.0%) | $45,976 |
Poverty in Oildale
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Oildale
With 27.5% poverty level for males and 30.6% for females among the residents of Oildale, 16 and 17 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 329 males (66.6%) and 154 females (47.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 308 (28.4%) | 380 (34.3%) |
| 5 Years | 39 (30.7%) | 60 (28.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 428 (30.5%) | 551 (31.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 506 (57.2%) | 181 (26.0%) |
| 15 Years | 71 (22.5%) | 154 (47.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 329 (66.6%) | 114 (25.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 425 (27.2%) | 722 (43.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 240 (8.3%) | 599 (22.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 781 (38.1%) | 782 (32.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 501 (25.6%) | 529 (29.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 719 (31.2%) | 1,079 (45.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 200 (17.1%) | 197 (14.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (12.7%) | 91 (10.1%) |
| Total | 4,618 (27.5%) | 5,439 (30.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Oildale
According to the poverty statistics in Oildale, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.7% of males and 89.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 777 (71.6%) | 728 (65.7%) |
| 5 Years | 88 (69.3%) | 149 (71.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 974 (69.5%) | 1,196 (68.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 378 (42.8%) | 514 (74.0%) |
| 15 Years | 245 (77.5%) | 170 (52.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 165 (33.4%) | 340 (74.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,136 (72.8%) | 936 (56.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,663 (91.7%) | 2,105 (77.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,267 (61.9%) | 1,595 (67.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,457 (74.4%) | 1,297 (71.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,585 (68.8%) | 1,293 (54.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 971 (82.9%) | 1,198 (85.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 488 (87.3%) | 811 (89.9%) |
| Total | 12,194 (72.5%) | 12,332 (69.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Oildale
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Oildale show that 13.1% or 583 of the total 4,459 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 37.5%, comprising of 36 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 10.7%, which includes 58 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,282 (88.8%) | 288 (11.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,052 (84.0%) | 201 (16.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 482 (89.3%) | 58 (10.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 60 (62.5%) | 36 (37.5%) |
| Total | 3,876 (86.9%) | 583 (13.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Oildale
According to the poverty data in Oildale, 32.4% or 453 single-father households and 42.5% or 840 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 300 households (57.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (90.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 300 (57.4%) | 75 (10.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 128 (16.4%) | 411 (51.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 25 (27.5%) | 335 (79.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (90.5%) |
| Total | 453 (32.4%) | 840 (42.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Oildale
The poverty data for Oildale shows that 583 of the married-couple family households (13.1%) and 1,293 of the single-parent households (38.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (37.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (90.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 288 (11.2%) | 375 (29.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 201 (16.0%) | 539 (34.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 58 (10.7%) | 360 (70.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 36 (37.5%) | 19 (90.5%) |
| Total | 583 (13.1%) | 1,293 (38.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Oildale
Employment by Class of Employer in Oildale
Among the 12,636 employed individuals in Oildale, private company employees (9,003 | 71.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (1,173 | 9.3%), and local government employees (1,059 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 9,003 | 71.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 343 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,173 | 9.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 676 | 5.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,059 | 8.4% |
| State Government Employees | 213 | 1.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 159 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 10 | 0.1% |
| Total | 12,636 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Oildale
According to the labor force statistics for Oildale, out of the total population over 16 years of age (26,686), 55.1% or 14,704 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.4% or 1,676 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 85.5% or 2,542 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 51.0% or 283 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 554 (26.3%) | 283 (51.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,323 (64.2%) | 93 (7.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,542 (85.5%) | 89 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,997 (75.8%) | 162 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,491 (78.9%) | 559 (16.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,024 (53.5%) | 184 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,368 (55.3%) | 155 (11.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 936 (42.5%) | 133 (14.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 390 (15.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (5.0%) | 20 (27.4%) |
| Total | 14,704 (55.1%) | 1,676 (11.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Oildale
According to labor force statistics for Oildale, 66.8% of individuals (12,353) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (18,492) are in the labor force, with 10.4% or 1,285 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.0% or 1,918 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.9% or 300 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,587 (45.8%) | 655 (18.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,746 (63.7%) | 765 (13.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 5,099 (72.2%) | 629 (8.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,918 (92.0%) | 40 (1.9%) |
| Total | 12,353 (66.8%) | 1,923 (10.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Oildale
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oildale are Community & Social Service (988 | 7.6%), Management (933 | 7.2%), Education, Arts & Media (378 | 2.9%), Business & Financial (368 | 2.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (348 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oildale, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (82.7%), and Business & Financial (72.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (96.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.5%), and Health Technologists (87.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 659 (70.6%) | 274 (29.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 265 (72.0%) | 103 (28.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 272 (82.7%) | 57 (17.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 73 (63.5%) | 42 (36.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 177 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 22 (59.5%) | 15 (40.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 178 (18.0%) | 810 (82.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 89 (23.5%) | 289 (76.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 24 (25.8%) | 69 (74.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 13 (3.7%) | 335 (96.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 52 (30.8%) | 117 (69.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 28 (8.5%) | 303 (91.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 28 (12.9%) | 189 (87.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,402 (47.5%) | 1,547 (52.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,611 (50.8%) | 6,395 (49.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Oildale are Food Preparation & Serving (959 | 7.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (519 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (454 | 3.5%), Healthcare Support (393 | 3.0%), and Security & Protection (295 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Oildale, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (83.0%), Security & Protection (79.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (53.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (86.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 53 (13.5%) | 340 (86.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 235 (79.7%) | 60 (20.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 219 (83.0%) | 45 (17.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 16 (51.6%) | 15 (48.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 353 (36.8%) | 606 (63.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 279 (53.8%) | 240 (46.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 454 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 920 (35.1%) | 1,700 (64.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,611 (50.8%) | 6,395 (49.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Oildale are Office & Administration (2,063 | 15.9%), and Sales & Related (1,347 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 343 (25.5%) | 1,004 (74.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 562 (27.2%) | 1,501 (72.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 905 (26.5%) | 2,505 (73.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,611 (50.8%) | 6,395 (49.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Oildale are Construction & Extraction (1,456 | 11.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (421 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (283 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 173 (61.1%) | 110 (38.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,421 (97.6%) | 35 (2.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 405 (96.2%) | 16 (3.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,999 (92.5%) | 161 (7.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,611 (50.8%) | 6,395 (49.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Oildale are Material Moving (828 | 6.4%), Production (559 | 4.3%), and Transportation (480 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 449 (80.3%) | 110 (19.7%) |
| Transportation | 408 (85.0%) | 72 (15.0%) |
| Material Moving | 528 (63.8%) | 300 (36.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,385 (74.2%) | 482 (25.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,611 (50.8%) | 6,395 (49.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Oildale
Employment Industries in Oildale
The major employment industries in Oildale include Construction (1,718 | 13.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,623 | 12.5%), Retail Trade (1,489 | 11.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,096 | 8.4%), and Administrative & Support (891 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Oildale
The Oildale industries that see more men than women are Information (100.0%), Utilities (92.5%), and Construction (91.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Educational Services (82.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (82.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 324 (69.1%) | 145 (30.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 490 (75.4%) | 160 (24.6%) |
| Construction | 1,567 (91.2%) | 151 (8.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 215 (59.9%) | 144 (40.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 198 (87.6%) | 28 (12.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 511 (34.3%) | 978 (65.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 498 (56.9%) | 378 (43.1%) |
| Utilities | 149 (92.5%) | 12 (7.4%) |
| Information | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 230 (51.3%) | 218 (48.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 307 (62.0%) | 188 (38.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 227 (48.5%) | 241 (51.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 495 (55.6%) | 396 (44.4%) |
| Educational Services | 134 (17.3%) | 641 (82.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 289 (17.8%) | 1,334 (82.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 86 (89.6%) | 10 (10.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 414 (37.8%) | 682 (62.2%) |
| Public Administration | 141 (33.3%) | 283 (66.7%) |
| Total | 6,611 (50.8%) | 6,395 (49.2%) |
Education in Oildale
School Enrollment in Oildale
The most common levels of schooling among the 9,062 students in Oildale are high school (2,445 | 27.0%), middle school (2,213 | 24.4%), and elementary school (1,946 | 21.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 204 | 2.2% |
| Kindergarten | 356 | 3.9% |
| Elementary School | 1,946 | 21.5% |
| Middle School | 2,213 | 24.4% |
| High School | 2,445 | 27.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,466 | 16.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 432 | 4.8% |
| Total | 9,062 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Oildale
Out of a total of 9,062 students who are enrolled in schools in Oildale, 272 (3.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,790 (97.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 77 (16.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 154 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 154 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,066 (97.5%) | 53 (2.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,972 (98.2%) | 56 (1.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,354 (97.0%) | 42 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 503 (93.8%) | 33 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 393 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 953 (98.6%) | 14 (1.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 392 (83.6%) | 77 (16.4%) |
| Total | 8,790 (97.0%) | 272 (3.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Oildale
Business (426 | 14.3%), visual & performing arts (422 | 14.1%), social sciences (267 | 8.9%), communications (263 | 8.8%), and arts & humanities (258 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 2,988 individuals in Oildale who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 69 | 2.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 128 | 4.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 45 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 186 | 6.2% |
| Social Sciences | 267 | 8.9% |
| Engineering | 161 | 5.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 18 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 240 | 8.0% |
| Business | 426 | 14.3% |
| Education | 224 | 7.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 81 | 2.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 200 | 6.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 422 | 14.1% |
| Communications | 263 | 8.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 258 | 8.6% |
| Total | 2,988 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Oildale
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Oildale
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Oildale are males with 2 vehicles (2,751, accounting for 42.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,118, making up 44.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 388 (6.0%) | 235 (3.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,723 (26.6%) | 2,045 (33.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,751 (42.4%) | 2,118 (34.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,373 (21.2%) | 1,254 (20.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 184 (2.8%) | 406 (6.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 68 (1.1%) | 72 (1.2%) |
| Total | 6,487 (100.0%) | 6,130 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Oildale
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Oildale are 10 to 14 minutes (2,665 commuters, 21.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,566 commuters, 21.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (2,035 commuters, 16.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 222 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,067 | 8.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,665 | 21.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,566 | 21.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,035 | 16.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 711 | 5.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,545 | 12.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 259 | 2.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 190 | 1.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 103 | 0.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 498 | 4.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 368 | 3.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Oildale
The most common commute times in Oildale are 10 to 14 minutes (1,536 commuters, 23.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,309 commuters, 22.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 222 (3.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 638 (9.9%) | 429 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,536 (23.9%) | 1,129 (19.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,257 (19.6%) | 1,309 (22.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,212 (18.9%) | 823 (14.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 304 (4.7%) | 407 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 624 (9.7%) | 921 (15.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 71 (1.1%) | 188 (3.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 133 (2.1%) | 57 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 68 (1.1%) | 35 (0.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 332 (5.2%) | 166 (2.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 243 (3.8%) | 125 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Oildale
The most frequent times of departure to work in Oildale are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (885, 13.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,081, 18.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 885 (13.8%) | 270 (4.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 555 (8.6%) | 209 (3.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 539 (8.4%) | 63 (1.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 687 (10.7%) | 467 (8.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 787 (12.3%) | 435 (7.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 882 (13.7%) | 698 (12.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 264 (4.1%) | 1,081 (18.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 417 (6.5%) | 833 (14.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 241 (3.8%) | 61 (1.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 332 (5.2%) | 211 (3.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 153 (2.4%) | 561 (9.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 161 (2.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 377 (5.9%) | 392 (6.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 299 (4.7%) | 369 (6.4%) |
| Total | 6,418 (100.0%) | 5,811 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Oildale
Occupancy by Ownership in Oildale
Of the total 12,724 dwellings in Oildale, owner-occupied units account for 4,698 (36.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 8,026 (63.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,698 | 36.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 8,026 | 63.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 12,724 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Oildale
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,656 | 28.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,016 | 31.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,797 | 14.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,255 | 25.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 12,724 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Oildale
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,211 (33.1%) | 2,445 (66.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,009 (50.0%) | 2,007 (50.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 717 (39.9%) | 1,080 (60.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 761 (23.4%) | 2,494 (76.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,698 (36.9%) | 8,026 (63.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Oildale
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 585 (29.9%) | 1,369 (70.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,591 (41.8%) | 2,214 (58.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,579 (29.4%) | 3,789 (70.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 943 (59.1%) | 654 (40.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Oildale
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,908 | 22.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,771 | 21.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,052 | 16.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,364 | 18.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,592 | 12.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 697 | 5.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 340 | 2.7% |
| Total | 12,724 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Oildale
Median Income by Occupancy in Oildale
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,698 (36.9%) | $63,668 |
| Renter-Occupied | 8,026 (63.1%) | $39,014 |
| Average | 12,724 (100.0%) | $45,976 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Oildale
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 111 (2.4%) | 376 (4.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 114 (2.4%) | 272 (3.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 140 (3.0%) | 723 (9.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 241 (5.1%) | 864 (10.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 197 (4.2%) | 541 (6.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 631 (13.4%) | 955 (11.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 637 (13.6%) | 1,242 (15.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 801 (17.1%) | 1,407 (17.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 479 (10.2%) | 584 (7.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 908 (19.3%) | 724 (9.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 439 (9.3%) | 338 (4.2%) |
| Total | 4,698 (100.0%) | 8,026 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Oildale
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 321 (6.8%) | 83 (1.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 860 (18.3%) | 65 (0.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 550 (11.7%) | 1,368 (17.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 505 (10.7%) | 1,298 (16.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,168 (24.9%) | 3,713 (46.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 726 (15.4%) | 994 (12.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 311 (6.6%) | 249 (3.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 74 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 183 (3.9%) | 31 (0.4%) |
| Total | 4,698 (100.0%) | 8,026 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Oildale
Housing Structures in Oildale
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,210 | 64.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 355 | 2.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,338 | 10.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,087 | 8.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 268 | 2.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 479 | 3.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 987 | 7.8% |
| Total | 12,724 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Oildale
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,957 (48.2%) | 4,253 (51.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 120 (33.8%) | 235 (66.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 12 (0.9%) | 1,326 (99.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 268 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 479 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 609 (61.7%) | 378 (38.3%) |
| Total | 4,698 (36.9%) | 8,026 (63.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Oildale
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 10 (0.2%) | 238 (3.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 236 (5.0%) | 2,243 (28.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,508 (53.4%) | 4,145 (51.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,363 (29.0%) | 1,254 (15.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 581 (12.4%) | 146 (1.8%) |
| Total | 4,698 (100.0%) | 8,026 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Oildale
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,411 (72.6%) | 5,298 (66.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 67 (1.4%) | 73 (0.9%) |
| Electricity | 983 (20.9%) | 2,393 (29.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 26 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 148 (3.2%) | 66 (0.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 63 (1.3%) | 196 (2.4%) |
| Total | 4,698 (100.0%) | 8,026 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Oildale
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 288 (6.1%) | 1,342 (16.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,482 (31.6%) | 3,602 (44.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,912 (40.7%) | 2,151 (26.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,016 (21.6%) | 931 (11.6%) |
| Total | 4,698 (100.0%) | 8,026 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Oildale
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Oildale
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,879 | 2,819 |
| Median Property Value | $121,200 | $236,000 |
| Median Household Income | $44,398 | $405 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $445 | $178 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,362 | $107 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Oildale
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 315 (16.8%) | 81 (2.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 462 (24.6%) | 14 (0.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 985 (52.4%) | 1,959 (69.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 81 (4.3%) | 463 (16.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 21 (1.1%) | 77 (2.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 15 (0.8%) | 179 (6.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (1.6%) |
| Total | 1,879 (100.0%) | 2,819 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Oildale
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 163 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 340 (18.1%) | 62 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 344 (18.3%) | 238 (8.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 347 (18.5%) | 287 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 259 (13.8%) | 290 (10.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 170 (9.0%) | 542 (19.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 222 (11.8%) | 309 (11.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 34 (1.8%) | 686 (24.3%) |
| Total | 1,879 (100.0%) | 2,819 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Oildale
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 686 (36.5%) | 74,087 (2,628.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 301 (16.0%) | 716 (25.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 244 (13.0%) | 671 (23.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 637 (33.9%) | 339 (12.0%) |
| Total | 1,879 (100.0%) | 2,819 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Oildale
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 415 (22.1%) | 40 (1.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 522 (27.8%) | 188 (6.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 730 (38.9%) | 491 (17.4%) |
| Total | 1,879 (100.0%) | 2,819 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Oildale
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oildale
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,541 (98.6%) | 35 (1.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,760 (95.8%) | 299 (4.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,837 (90.0%) | 314 (10.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 4,607 (90.6%) | 476 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,884 (87.8%) | 541 (12.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,322 (87.8%) | 462 (12.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,212 (90.1%) | 464 (9.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,524 (98.4%) | 42 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,461 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 32,148 (92.4%) | 2,633 (7.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Oildale
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,541 (98.6%) | 35 (1.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,760 (95.8%) | 299 (4.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,837 (90.0%) | 314 (10.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Oildale
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 6,709 (90.1%) | 740 (9.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 8,258 (88.6%) | 1,059 (11.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6,344 (97.0%) | 197 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,325 (95.4%) | 162 (4.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,445 (94.0%) | 475 (6.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oildale
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,784 (69.3%) | 937 (36.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,719 (81.0%) | 1,716 (24.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,585 (50.3%) | 1,399 (44.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,244 (44.2%) | 2,742 (53.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,304 (52.1%) | 1,687 (38.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,018 (53.3%) | 1,538 (40.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,767 (59.2%) | 1,655 (35.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,463 (96.0%) | 1,218 (47.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,428 (97.7%) | 696 (47.6%) |
| Total | 22,312 (64.1%) | 13,588 (39.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Oildale
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 28 (2.6%) | 155 (13.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 260 (8.0%) | 110 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 315 (7.1%) | 182 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,304 (20.7%) | 1,469 (22.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 426 (36.4%) | 524 (37.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 248 (44.4%) | 608 (67.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Oildale
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 28 (2.6%) | 145 (12.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (0.8%) | 11 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 356 (5.6%) | 198 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 143 (12.2%) | 103 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 185 (33.1%) | 295 (32.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 28 (2.6%) | 155 (13.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 51 (1.6%) | 42 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 38 (0.9%) | 52 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 278 (4.4%) | 413 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 142 (12.1%) | 52 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (18.1%) | 146 (16.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 192 (5.9%) | 43 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 185 (4.2%) | 55 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 488 (7.7%) | 603 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 104 (8.9%) | 194 (13.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 82 (14.7%) | 167 (18.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 48 (1.1%) | 58 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 560 (8.9%) | 1,046 (15.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 260 (22.2%) | 434 (31.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 158 (28.3%) | 340 (37.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 105 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 48 (1.1%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 200 (3.2%) | 334 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 85 (7.3%) | 139 (10.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 97 (17.3%) | 224 (24.8%) |
Technology Access in Oildale
Computing Device Access in Oildale
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 8,735 | 68.6% |
| Smartphone | 11,239 | 88.3% |
| Tablet | 6,887 | 54.1% |
| No Computing Device | 616 | 4.8% |
| Total | 12,724 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Oildale
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 21 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 8,355 | 65.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,537 | 19.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 663 | 5.2% |
| No Internet | 1,275 | 10.0% |
| Total | 12,724 | 100.0% |
Oildale Summary
Oildale is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Kern County, California, United States. It is located in the San Joaquin Valley, just north of Bakersfield. The population was 24,818 at the 2010 census, up from 21,851 at the 2000 census.
History
Oildale was founded in the late 19th century as an oil-producing community. The first oil well was drilled in 1894, and the area quickly became a major oil-producing region. The town was named after the oil wells that were located in the area. The first post office was established in 1898.
In the early 20th century, Oildale was a thriving community with a population of over 1,000 people. The town had a school, a church, a general store, and several other businesses.
In the 1950s, the oil industry began to decline in the area, and the population of Oildale began to decline as well. By the 1970s, the population had dropped to just over 1,000 people.
Geography
Oildale is located at 35°25'25" North, 119°1'25" West (35.423, -119.023). It is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, just north of Bakersfield. The CDP has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of it land.
Economy
Oildale's economy is largely based on oil production. The town is home to several oil companies, including Chevron, Occidental Petroleum, and Aera Energy. The oil industry is the main source of employment in the area.
In addition to oil production, Oildale is also home to several other businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 24,818 people, 8,845 households, and 6,541 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 5,919.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the CDP was 68.2% White, 4.3% African American, 1.2% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 21.2% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 39.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. Males had a median income of $37,945 versus $30,945 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $17,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Oildale?
Total Population of Oildale is 34,796.
What is the Total Male Population of Oildale?
Total Male Population of Oildale is 16,830.
What is the Total Female Population of Oildale?
Total Female Population of Oildale is 17,966.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Oildale?
There are 93.68 Males per 100 Females in Oildale.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Oildale?
There are 106.75 Females per 100 Males in Oildale.
What is the Median Population Age in Oildale?
Median Population Age in Oildale is 34.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Oildale
Average Family Size in Oildale is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Oildale
Average Household Size in Oildale is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Oildale?
Per Capita income in Oildale is $22,211.
What is the Median Family Income in Oildale?
Median Family Income in Oildale is $48,562.
What is the Median Household income in Oildale?
Median Household Income in Oildale is $45,976.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Oildale?
Income or Wage Gap in Oildale is 32.6%.
Women in Oildale earn 67.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Oildale?
Family Income Deficit in Oildale is $10,793.
Families that are below poverty line in Oildale earn $10,793 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Oildale?
Inequality or Gini Index in Oildale is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Oildale?
There are 14,704 People in the Labor Forcein in Oildale.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Oildale?
55.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Oildale.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Oildale?
Unemployment Rate in Oildale is 11.4%.