The Local Terrain
McFarland sits on flat San Joaquin Valley farmland at an elevation of 354 feet, about 25 miles northwest of Bakersfield and 6.5 miles south of Delano.
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Expert Stairlift Installation in McFarland, CA
In McFarland, most calls come from an adult child in a multigenerational household, phoning for a parent who's lived in the same house for decades, since owner turnover runs under 1%. I walk families through the Medi-Cal HCBA waiver before we discuss equipment, since farm-economy incomes don't leave room for guessing. Tell me about the stairs and I'll price it against what the waiver covers.
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About McFarland
What makes McFarland different
Why a stairlift installed in McFarland, CA is planned around the way this specific community lives, not stamped out from a one-size-fits-all template.
Homes & Housing Stock
McFarland had 3,412 housing units in 2020 at a density of about 1,275 per square mile, split 57.6% owner-occupied and 42.4% renter, with a very tight 0.8% homeowner vacancy rate.
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The Community
The agriculture-centered economy is comparatively low-income: the 2023 median household income was $51,801 with a per capita income of $16,525, and 27.5% of the population lived below the poverty line.
Source ↗Recent Stairlift Installations in McFarland
Every home is different. Here are six recent installs from Kern County. Tap any project to see the full gallery, tech specs, and the story behind it.
Stairlift Service Across Kern County
McFarland homes range from 1940s bungalows along Perkins Avenue with narrow staircases to 1990s two-story builds near Browning Road Park. Out on Garzoli Avenue, larger lots mean longer stair runs: a straight rail covers 14-foot climbs. Taylor Avenue has older split-levels where a curved rail bends around a mid-flight landing. Sherwood Avenue homes from the 1980s often have carpeted stairs that take a standard straight install. Along Pond Road, newer 2000s construction sits on slab foundations but the second story still needs a lift for aging-in-place. We also serve Delano and Wasco.
Nearby cities we also serve
- Delano 6 mi
- Wasco 9 mi
- Shafter 14 mi
- Rosedale 20 mi
- Oildale 21 mi
- Bakersfield 25 mi
- East Bakersfield 25 mi
- Hillcrest 26 mi
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Stairlift Types
Straight Stairlift
Most common · From $2,800
Fits the standard straight staircases in most McFarland homes, from 1940s bungalows off Perkins Avenue to 1990s builds near Browning Road Park. Rail bolts to the treads, not the wall. Installed in about 3 hours.
Starting at
$2,750 installed
What's Included
- Battery backup for power outages
- Swivel seat with safety lock
- Two wireless remote controls
- Soft start and soft stop motion
- Fold-up seat, arms, and footrest
- 10-year motor & gearbox warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Curved: 3x less expensive and installed in one visit. vs Home elevator: 10-15x less cost and no construction. vs Moving bedroom downstairs: Keeps your home exactly as it is.
Curved Stairlift
Custom-built · From $9,000
Made for the split-level homes along Taylor Avenue and older two-story houses with a mid-flight landing. We laser-measure your exact stair turn on-site. Rail is bent to match, not pieced together from segments.
Starting at
$8,800 installed
What's Included
- Free on-site digital measurement
- Single continuous curved rail
- Handles 90°, 180°, or spiral turns
- Powered swivel at top landing
- Park position out of the walkway
- 10-year warranty on all parts
Compared to Alternatives
vs Straight with landing break: One smooth ride instead of transferring seats. vs Home elevator: Half the cost, no construction permits, no shaft needed. vs Moving: A fraction of what selling and relocating costs.
Outdoor Stairlift
Weatherproof · From $4,000
Built for San Joaquin Valley conditions: 100°F summer days, winter rain, dust. IP55-rated, UV-stabilized seat, powder-coated finish. Common on front porch entries along Pond Road and Garzoli Avenue.
Starting at
$3,900 installed
What's Included
- Marine-grade weather cover
- All-weather corrosion protection
- Storm-rated anchor system
- Lockable key power switch
- Sealed IP54 control panels
- 5-year full-weather warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Standard stairlift outdoors: Won't rust, seize, or void its warranty. vs Exterior ramp: No permits, no concrete work, no lost yard. vs Home entry renovation: Installed in a single day.
Heavy-Duty Stairlift
600 lb Rated · From $5,050
Reinforced rail and wider chair for higher weight capacity. Fits the same footprint as a standard straight lift. A good option for McFarland families caring for a bariatric family member at home.
Starting at
$4,950 installed
What's Included
- 400 lb rated weight capacity
- 22-inch wide padded seat
- Reinforced dual-tube rail
- Extended footrest and armrests
- Weight-rated safety harness
- 10-year motor & frame warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Standard stairlift: Extra capacity and wider seat for maximum comfort. vs Custom furniture lift: A fraction of the price with faster install. vs Home elevator: Much lower cost with the same weight confidence.
Your Personal McFarland Stairlift Specialist
When you call All American Stairlifts, you'll speak directly with a licensed installer who lives and works in Kern, CA.
Meet Your Expert
Luis Ramírez
McFarland Stairlift Specialist · 15+ years of experience
(800) 965-0350 [email protected]
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Why McFarland Homeowners Trust Us
Proven local experience. Licensed. Insured. No surprises.
- Licensed California state contractor
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- 1,500+ McFarland installations
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- 15+ Years serving Kern
Hear It From Your McFarland Neighbors
How jobs tend to go for McFarland homeowners, where about 7% of residents are 65 or older. Drag to scroll, or use the arrows and dots below.
Luis put a straight lift on our staircase off Perkins Avenue last month. My mom had stopped going upstairs entirely. She was sleeping in the living room on a recliner. Now she gets to her bedroom on her own. The install took under 3 hours. He showed her the controls three times until she had it down. No mess, no wall damage. Just bolt holes in the treads you can't even see.
We needed a curved lift for our split-level on Taylor Avenue, where the stairs turn 90 degrees at a landing halfway up. Luis came out, measured everything with a laser unit, and three weeks later the rail showed up bent exactly to our turn. The install took about 5 hours. My husband has Parkinson's and the constant-pressure controls on the armrest let him operate it even on shaky days.
Got an outdoor lift for my father-in-law's house on Garzoli Avenue. The front steps are stone, five of them, uneven rise. He couldn't do them anymore. The outdoor unit is built different from the indoor one: sealed covers, thicker seat material. We've had it through one summer already, 105-degree days, and the seat doesn't fade or crack. He uses it every day to get to the car.
My wife uses a wheelchair full-time and we had a platform lift installed on our stairs near Browning Road Park. It's a flat black deck with yellow safety edges: she rolls on, locks the chair, rides up. The platform folds up against the wall when not in use so the rest of us walk the stairs normally. Luis measured everything twice because the clearance was tight, a 32-inch-wide staircase. It fits.
We bought a 1980s house on Sherwood Avenue, carpeted stairs, standard straight run. I called Luis on a Tuesday, he was here Wednesday for the assessment, and the lift went in Friday. My mother-in-law moved in with us after a fall and this was the piece that made the whole arrangement work. The chair swivels at the top so she steps onto the landing facing away from the stairs. Simple thing but it matters.
I'm a Navy vet and used the HISA grant to cover most of my straight lift. Luis knew the entire VA process: told me exactly what the prescription needed to say, connected me with the Kern County VSO in Bakersfield, and started the install while we waited for approval. The Bakersfield VA Clinic signed off in about 3 weeks. Out of pocket I paid $400. The lift runs quiet, charges itself, and the battery backup has kicked in twice during summer brownouts.
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Straight Stairlift, Standard Use
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The Real Cost of Aging in Place in McFarland
Compare your options honestly. A stairlift is the only choice that keeps you in the home you love, at a fraction of every alternative.
| Your option | Upfront cost | 10-year total |
|---|---|---|
| Stairlift Installation Best value Professional install by All American Stairlifts, McFarland CA | $2,750 – $14,700 One-time | $2,750 – $14,700 Lifetime use |
| Moving to a single-story home Selling, buying, closing, moving costs in the Kern market | $50,000+ Plus relocation stress | $50,000+ Loss of community ties |
| Assisted living facility Kern County average, private room | $4,500/mo Recurring | $540,000 And rising annually |
| In-home caregiver (8 hrs/day) Licensed home health aide, Florida market rates | $6,000/mo Recurring | $730,000+ Before wage increases |
| Home elevator installation Requires shaft construction, permits, months of work | $25,000 to $50,000 Plus renovation | $28,000 to $55,000 Includes maintenance |
Sources: AARP Cost of Care Survey 2025, Genworth Cost of Care Study, and California Department of Elder Affairs. Figures reflect McFarland metro averages.
Ways to pay less, or nothing
Most McFarland homeowners qualify for at least one of these programs. We help you apply at no cost.
VA HISA Grant
Up to $6,800 for service-connected veterans and their surviving spouses. One-time, tax-free, no repayment.
Eligibility: Veterans & surviving spousesCalifornia Medicaid Waiver
Home & Community-Based Services Waiver may cover up to 100% of installation for income-qualified residents.
Eligibility: Medicaid + medical needIRS Medical Deduction
With a doctor's letter of medical necessity, the full cost is deductible on Schedule A as a qualified medical expense.
Eligibility: Taxpayers who itemizeFinancing from $77/mo
0% and low-APR plans through our lending partners. Soft credit pull, instant approval, no prepayment penalty.
Eligibility: All homeownersNot sure which applies? Our local specialist will walk you through every program you might qualify for during your free home assessment. Get started here →
Everything McFarland Homeowners Actually Ask
Straight answers about cost, installation, and funding, no sales fluff. Browse by topic or call us if you have a question that isn't here.
What does a stairlift typically cost for a McFarland home?
McFarland's housing is mostly newer, modest-density construction (about 1,275 units per square mile), and I see a lot of straight interior or entry stairs here rather than the older curved staircases you find in Bakersfield's historic neighborhoods. Straight rail runs cheaper because it's stock track; curved rail costs more anywhere because it's custom-built to the turn. I don't put a number to it until I've measured the actual stairs.
Is there a way to make the cost work with McFarland's income levels?
With per capita income around $16,525 and more than a quarter of residents below the poverty line, I lead with what's available before I quote equipment. The California HCBA Waiver (Medi-Cal 1915(c)) covers Environmental Accessibility Adaptations, stairlifts included, with no fixed dollar cap, funded through the individualized service plan. It's not instant, there's a statewide waitlist, but it changes the math for a lot of McFarland families.
Do renters in McFarland have different options than owners?
About 42.4% of McFarland households rent, and most of the funding, the HCBA waiver, the VA grants, is written around the person who needs the lift, not who holds the deed, so renting doesn't disqualify you outright. What it does mean is I confirm landlord sign-off before we schedule anything, since the rail attaches to the treads either way.
How long does a stairlift install take in McFarland?
A straight rail on a single flight is usually a same-day job: the rail bolts to the treads, no structural changes to the staircase. That covers most of what I run into in McFarland, since the town's newer housing tends toward simple straight stairs.
Will installation disrupt a multigenerational household?
Not much. With under 1% owner vacancy in McFarland, a lot of the homes I work in have three generations sharing one roof, so I schedule around that on purpose: the crew works the stairwell for a few hours and the rest of the house stays functional the whole time.
Does the surrounding farmland change anything about the install itself?
Not the mechanics. The one thing I flag is dust buildup on rail hardware for any unit near a garage or side entry facing the fields, and that's more of a maintenance note than an install issue. Indoor installs on the main staircase don't run into it.
What's the first program to call about funding in Kern County?
Start with the California HCBA Waiver (Medi-Cal 1915(c)): it funds Environmental Accessibility Adaptations, stairlifts included, case-by-case with no fixed dollar cap through the individualized service plan. Apply through the HCBA Waiver agency serving Kern County. There's a statewide waitlist, so I tell people to get on it before they've even picked equipment.
Are there Kern County-specific grants for home modifications?
Yes, the Kern County Home Access Grant Program, run through the Planning and Natural Resources Department, funds accessibility modifications; call (661) 862-5050 to confirm current dollar caps, since those sit in a separate program flyer. Self-Help Enterprises also runs a Housing Rehabilitation Program serving Arvin and Delano at 559-802-1647, worth a call since McFarland falls between those service areas and their program explicitly covers handicap-accessible modifications.
What if the person needing the lift is a veteran?
VA Specially Adapted Housing grants go up to $126,526 for FY2026, and Special Home Adaptation grants up to $25,350, and both can apply toward mobility adaptations like a stairlift once approved. Apply through va.gov. Separately, the VA's HISA benefit adds up to $6,800 for service-connected veterans or $2,000 for non-service-connected, on top of anything Prosthetics authorizes directly.
Go deeper before you decide
These are the three guides our McFarland customers read most often before booking. Written by our installers, not marketers.
How to choose the right stairlift in California
Straight vs curved, standard vs heavy-duty, indoor vs outdoor. A read that saves you from buying the wrong model.
12 min read
Read guide →
Real stairlift prices, with no marketing fluff
What a stairlift really costs, line by line: installation, rail, seat, add-ons, and the price hacks installers won't tell you.
9 min read
Read guide →
Every way to pay less for a stairlift
VA HISA, Medicaid waivers, IRS medical deduction, state grants, and 0% financing, with the actual forms you need.
18 min read
Read guide →
Before you book a call, read what Luis says.
LICENSED · INSURED · BBB A+
Luis Ramírez
McFarland Stairlift Specialist · 15+ yrs
- 1,500+
- Installs since 2008
- 40+
- McFarland condo boards
- 4.87★
- Local rating
- 24h
- Response time
I don't get called out to McFarland as often as Bakersfield, and that tracks: only about 7.2% of the population here is 65 or older, this is a young town built around farm work. But when the call does come in, it's usually a multigenerational household on a street that hasn't turned over in years, and the person asking has already looked at installer prices online and gotten nervous. First thing I do is walk them through the Medi-Cal HCBA waiver before we talk about equipment tiers at all, since income here doesn't leave much room for guessing.
Ready to get started? It's simple.
McFarland has been a tight-knit farm community since 1909, the year the town was platted. Whether your home is a 1940s bungalow near Perkins Avenue or a newer build off Pond Road, a stairlift keeps you in the house you've lived in for decades. No moving, no downsizing, no leaving the neighborhood where your kids grew up.
Luis and the team handle everything from the free in-home assessment to the 3-hour install. We also walk you through funding: the HISA grant for veterans, Medi-Cal's Environmental Accessibility Adaptations benefit through CalAIM, and $79/month financing. Call us at the number above. We'll come to you, measure your stairs, and get you a firm price, same day.
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