| ZIP Code | 93109 |
|---|---|
| City | Santa Barbara |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 374 ft |
| Latitude | 34.406408 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.726927 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 15.2% ▲ 52% above avg |
| College Grads | 64.9% ▲ 68% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 72 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 946 (13.1%) |
| Some College | 638 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 885 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 616 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,087 (56.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $126,875 ▲ 66% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,836,300 ▲ 559% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 14.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,870/mo ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,910 |
| Vacant Units | 343 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,910 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 343 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 93109 is located in Santa Barbara, California, within Santa Barbara County. With a population of 11,069, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.7 years. Economically, 93109 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $126,875 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93109 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,836,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,870 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.7%) and renters (45.3%). Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 93109 is primarily White (72.37%). Residents are highly educated — 64.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.2%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93109 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 93109 in Santa Barbara, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 11,069 residents, a median household income of $126,875, and a median home value of $1,836,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.