Pumpkin Center is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Kern County, California. It is located south-southwest of downtown Bakersfield, at an elevation of . As of the 2020 census, Pumpkin Center had a population of 421.
Pumpkin Center is located at the intersection of State Route 99 (SR 99) and SR 119 (Taft Highway). On both Interstate 5 and SR 99, there is signage at the SR 119 exit directing travelers to Pumpkin Center.
"The White House" historical landmark was established in 1925. The landmark has four original trees that have grown taller than the buildings.
A post office opened in Pumpkin Center in 1945.
Pumpkin Center first appeared as a census designated place in the 2020 U.S. census.