Key Facts About Arvin, California
- Location: Southern San Joaquin Valley, ~20 mi SE of Bakersfield, 110 mi N of LA.
- Population (2010): ~19,999
- Demographics: 83.7% Hispanic, 7.6% White, 2.9% Asian, 1.9% Black, 1.0% Native American.
- Economy: Agriculture (pistachios, almonds, grapes) + food processing (Dole facility).
- Challenges: 30.8% poverty rate; gang activity and high crime.
- Revitalization: Ongoing efforts to improve economy, infrastructure, quality of life.
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