Alta Sierra, Kern County, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alta Sierra
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 Alta Sierra
Location in California
Alta Sierra
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Kern County |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km2) |
| • Land | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,718 ft (1,743 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 103 |
| • Density | 103/sq mi (39.6/km2) |
Alta Sierra is a small, quiet community in Kern County, California. It's not a big city, but a special kind of place called an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city does.
It's also known as a census-designated place (CDP). This is a name given by the United States Census Bureau for counting people. It helps them gather information about areas that aren't officially cities or towns.
Where is Alta Sierra?
Alta Sierra is located in the beautiful state of California, in a county called Kern County. You can find it about 8.5 miles (13.7 kilometers) east of a place called Glennville.
Mountains and Elevation
This community sits high up in the mountains! It's at an elevation of about 5,718 feet (1,743 meters) above sea level. That's pretty high, almost a mile up! It's nestled in the Greenhorn Mountains, which are part of the larger Sierra Nevada mountain range. The Sierra Nevada is a famous mountain range known for its stunning natural beauty.
How Many People Live There?
According to the 2020 census, only 103 people live in Alta Sierra. This makes it a very small and peaceful community.
See also
In Spanish: Alta Sierra (condado de Kern) para niños
