| ZIP Code | 93454 |
|---|---|
| City | Santa Maria |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 1,394 ft |
| Latitude | 34.923013 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.259463 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.44 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.5% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,143 (5.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,773 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 2,645 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 3,818 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,248 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,198 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,178 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $477,600 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,750/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,413 |
| Vacant Units | 485 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,413 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 485 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.44 |
ZIP code 93454 is located in Santa Maria, California, within Santa Barbara County. With a population of 41,710, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.5 years. Economically, 93454 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,178 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93454 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $477,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,750 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.1%) and renters (46.9%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 93454 is primarily Hispanic (73.43%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.7%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93454 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 93454 in Santa Maria, CA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 41,710 residents, a median household income of $84,178, and a median home value of $477,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.