| ZIP Code | 93105 |
|---|---|
| City | Santa Barbara |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 1,803 ft |
| Latitude | 34.52904 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.767895 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.6% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 161 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,820 (10.2%) |
| Some College | 1,146 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 2,472 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,532 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,679 (60%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $129,549 ▲ 70% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,496,500 ▲ 437% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 11.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,572/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,401 |
| Vacant Units | 813 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,401 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 813 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 93105 is located in Santa Barbara, California, within Santa Barbara County. With a population of 25,055, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.2 years. Economically, 93105 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $129,549 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93105 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,496,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,572 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.6%) and renters (46.4%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 93105 is majority White (67.42%). Residents are highly educated — 68.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.6%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93105 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 93105 in Santa Barbara, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a mature community. With 25,055 residents, a median household income of $129,549, and a median home value of $1,496,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.