Lamont
Lamont, CA
Area Guide
A rural escape south of Bakersfield
Surrounded by farmland, food distributors, wineries, and an equestrian center, Lamont is a rural town about 13 miles south of Bakersfield. Like many small towns, the majority of Lamont’s restaurants, shops, and businesses sit along Main Street, which is also U.S. Highway 184. This main road along with multiple bus stops makes traveling in and around town easy. Residents of Lamont enjoy spending time with friends and family at one of the two parks in town, which helps contribute to the town’s strong sense of community. Great for commuters and renters looking for a low-key town in Central California, Lamont is only 22 minutes away from Bakersfield, so residents can enjoy a variety of amenities including the Valley Plaza Mall, Bakersfield Fox Theater, and more.
Transportation
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades 4-6
484 Students
Public
Grades K-6
990 Students
Public
Grades K-3
609 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Buena Vista Museum of Natural History
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Meadows Field
Colleges
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.