Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Bakersfield is one of the state’s fastest-growing metros and a thriving hub for logistics, energy production, agriculture, and oil. Positioned in Kern County, Bakersfield offers a unique blend of strong blue-collar employment, expanding logistics infrastructure, and long-term population growth driven by affordability and business-friendly economics. • High-demand investment market supported by logistics, energy, and agriculture sectors • Strong fundamentals driven by population growth, affordability, and diverse employment drivers • Prime location along major California freight routes with consistent truck and commuter traffic • Stable income base supported by long-term industries: oil, agriculture, healthcare, and distribution • Business-friendly regulatory climate compared to other California metros • High barriers to entry for new gas station development near freeway corridors • Significant inflow of residents relocating from higher-cost coastal cities • Attractive market for investors seeking durable cash flow and recession-resistant tenant performance