Population of Bakersfield, California as of February 2026. How many people live in Bakersfield today?

The exact population of Bakersfield, California as of February 2026 is estimated at 403,455 residents. Please note: this figure is an estimate and may slightly change as people get born and pass away, it also depends on migration to/from Bakersfield.

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