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Porterville
City in California, United States
Overview
Porterville, set against the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in California's Central Valley, is a midsize city known for its agricultural roots, local charm, and proximity to Sequoia National Forest. Visitors can explore small-town vibes, outdoor activities, and a thriving local scene.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
62,623
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
36.07°, -119.02°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
57
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
87
Monthly Cost
$2,310
Local Cost
$1,342
Local Income
$2,750
Cashless
75
English
100
Temperature
14.8°C
Summer Avg
24.1°C
Winter Avg
6.7°C
Record High
41.7°C
Record Low
-8.0°C
Humidity
46%
Precipitation
282 mm
Internet Speed
172 Mbps
Upload
18 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
0
Parks
8
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PTV
Distance
6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 73/100.
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