Real Estate Investing in Weldon, California (93283)

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Kern County • Population: 2,129 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 93283 (Weldon, CA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (49/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 26.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.
  • Elevated poverty: 31.1% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $201,411
Avg Monthly Rent $1,125
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $43,143
% Renters 9.9%

Market Analysis: 93283 Weldon

ZIP 93283 inside Kern County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $201K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 93283 clocks in at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

In the broader CA picture, 93283 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

In practical terms, 2,129 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

New investors are better served looking at Weldon's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 93283. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Weldon:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 58/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.7× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,125/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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BALANCED MARKET
Bakersfield, CA Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
54 days
Average time to sell
Average
8.5%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Bakersfield, CA metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$222K$191K$161K$130K$99K$69KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 93283 Compare?

Metric 93283 Weldon Bakersfield, CA California
Home Value $201,411 $201,411 N/A $761,003
5-Year CAGR 3.3% 3.3% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $1,125 $1,125 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.4% 4.4% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.4%
Fair
5yr Growth
+3.3%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Bakersfield, CA metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
42%
Days Pending
1/2
54 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $201,411
Monthly Rent $1,125
Price-to-Rent 14.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.7%
Cap Rate 4.4%
5-Year IRR 7.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.4%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
26.1%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.3%
Stable
Eviction process: Very Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 93283

Population: 2,129

💰 Median Household Income
$43,143
This area
$43,143
State
$94,164
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
9.9%
This area
9.9%
State
39.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.4%
This area
1.4%
State
-16.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
9.1%
This area
9.1%
State
7.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
59.6 years
This area
59.6 years
State
9.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
26.1%
This area
26.1%
State
15.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.3%
Other/Mixed 7.7%
Hispanic/Latino 5.8%
👶 Under 18
15.2%
This area
15.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
42.7%
This area
42.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
31.1%
This area
31.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 93283

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
17.0:1 Avg Class Size
$18,251 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

South Fork Elementary

📚 K – 08 School
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340 Students
👨‍🏫
17.0:1 Class Size
💰
$18,251 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Weldon, CA make sense for an investment property?

Weldon, CA scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $201K and rents near $1,125/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What price range are homes in Weldon, CA?

Weldon, CA home values average about $201K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,125/mo in monthly income.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Weldon, CA?

Vacancy risk in Weldon, CA is elevated. That supports measured cash flow for typical rental holds.

Is Weldon, CA good for landlords?

CA ranks as a tenant-protective state for landlord-tenant law. Weldon generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Weldon, CA?

The typical rental in Weldon, CA commands about $1,125/mo monthly. That rent profile consistent cash flow against the $201K purchase basis.

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