| ZIP Code | 93434 |
|---|---|
| City | Guadalupe |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 395 ft |
| Latitude | 34.940269 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.62007 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.93 |
| Below Poverty | 27.9% ▲ 179% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.8% ▲ 141% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 464 (14.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,055 (32.1%) |
| Some College | 395 (12%) |
| Associates | 486 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 367 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 522 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,351 ≈ Avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $454,200 ▲ 63% above avg ↑ 77% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,674/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,296 |
| Vacant Units | 143 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,296 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 143 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.93 |
ZIP code 93434 is located in Guadalupe, California, within Santa Barbara County. With a population of 8,451, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.4 years. Economically, 93434 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,351 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93434 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $454,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,674 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.9%) and renters (43.2%). Median home values have increased by 77% since 2019.
The population of 93434 is primarily Hispanic (88.57%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.9%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93434 stands at 11.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 93434 in Guadalupe, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a young community. With 8,451 residents, a median household income of $71,351, and a median home value of $454,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.