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Rosamond, CA

Rosamond is an unincorporated community in Kern County, California, US, near the Los Angeles county line. Rosamond is part of Greater Los Angeles and is located in the Mojave Desert just north of Lancaster and Palmdale, two of the largest cities in Antelope Valley. As of the 2010 Census, Rosamond's population was 18,150. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Rosamond as a census-designated place (CDP).

Rosamond is a suburban bedroom community with many residents employed by nearby Edwards Air Force Base or commuting to Los Angeles, Lancaster, and Palmdale for work. The town is about 15 minutes north of the Lancaster Metrolink station providing direct access to Los Angeles Union Station in just two hours.

Rosamond was established in 1877 as a townsite owned by the Southern Pacific Railroad; it was named for the daughter of one of the railroad's officials. The first local industries were mining and cattle. During the 1890s, gold was discovered in the area, quickly drawing miners and prospectors. After the initial boom, gold mining gradually declined, though it had a second, smaller boom during the 1930s. In 1933, Muroc Army Air Field was established some 20 miles (32 km) miles away; it was later renamed Edwards Air Force Base in honor of fallen test pilot Glenn Edwards.

Rosamond sits at the northern end of the Antelope Valley, the westernmost valley of the Mojave Desert. Because the elevation is 2,000 to 3,000 feet (610 to 910 m) above sea level, the area, like the other parts of the Mojave Desert region, is referred to as the High Desert. Some cities and communities within the trading area of Rosamond include Lancaster, Palmdale, Hi Vista, Roosevelt, Redman, Lake Los Angeles, Quartz Hill, Ridgecrest, and Santa Clarita. Residents of these desert cities and unincorporated communities share the Sierra Highway, Angeles Forest Highway, Angeles Crest Highway (State Route 2), and the Antelope Valley Freeway (State Route 14) for commutes to the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles Basin in order to get to work.

Willow Springs lies west of central Rosamond and was a watering hole for stagecoach travelers for generations, though its springs have dried up. Willow Springs Raceway is nearby, which hosts a variety of motor racing events, attracting people from all over Southern California and beyond.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 52.336 square miles (135.550 km2), of which, 52.121 square miles (134.993 km2) of it is land and 0.215 square miles (0.557 km2) of it (0.41%) is water. The Census Bureau's definition of the area may not precisely correspond to the local understanding of the historical area of the community.

Rosamond gives importance to health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Rosamond Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option includes One Core Fitness. Massage Therapy Center facilitates deep, long-lasting results in a wide range of modalities, peeling away layers of stress, restoring mobility to injured muscle tissue, and easing stiffened joints and hot spots of pain. Healing Corner incorporates the healing properties of plants, herbs, cremes, oils, and minerals from around the world into a variety of unmatched spa services designed to reduce stress and enhance balance. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Rosamond, such as Rosamond Park and the Limestone Peak Loop. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Rosamond, CA are the Air Force Flight Test Museum, Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, and Willow Springs International Raceway.

Population: 18,150 (2010). ZIP code: 93560. Area code: 661. Elevation: 2,517 ft (767 m). Area: 52.336 sq mi (135.550 km2).

FAQs

Is Rosamond, CA a good place to live?

Living in Rosamond offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Rosamond, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Rosamond and residents tend to have moderate political views.

What is the median home price in Rosamond, CA?

The median home price in Rosamond is $325,000 with a median price per sqft of $197. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Rosamond to be 99.7% of the national average. This makes it an average US city.

What is the crime rate in Rosamond, CA?

The crime rate in Rosamond is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 22 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Rosamond is 1 in 46. Based on FBI crime data, Rosamond is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Rosamond has a crime rate that is higher than 64% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Rosamond

Rosamond Recreation and Community Services Department

One Core Fitness

Massage Therapy Center

Healing Corner 

Rosamond Park 

Limestone Peak Loop

Air Force Flight Test Museum

Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve

Willow Springs International Raceway

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