The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance.
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How does the Bakersfield Marathon Rank?
The Bakersfield Marathon was the 243rd largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 252nd largest in 2023.
Last year 6.8% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 2.3% of runners qualified for Boston in 2023.
This gives the Bakersfield Marathon the 249th highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 425th highest percentage in 2023.
Its Course Score of 98.67 ranks it as the 257th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 21st fastest course in California.
The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the Bakersfield Marathon a PR Score of 98.67. This PR Score ranks it as the 201st fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 15th fastest in California.
Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.
Bakersfield Marathon Elevation Chart
Max Elevation: 790 feet (240m) Min Elevation: 389 feet (118m)
