| ZIP Code | 93458 |
|---|---|
| City | Santa Maria |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 163 ft |
| Latitude | 34.953245 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.492119 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 27.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.19 |
| Below Poverty | 17.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,033 (15.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,769 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 2,362 (12%) |
| Associates | 3,084 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,672 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,844 (14.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,518 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $460,300 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,825/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,433 |
| Vacant Units | 472 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,433 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 472 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.19 |
ZIP code 93458 is located in Santa Maria, California, within Santa Barbara County. With a population of 59,126, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 27.1 years. Economically, 93458 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,518 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93458 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $460,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,825 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.5%) and renters (56.5%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 93458 is primarily Hispanic (86.85%). Residents are less-educated — 22.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.7%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93458 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 93458 in Santa Maria, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, and a young community. With 59,126 residents, a median household income of $73,518, and a median home value of $460,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.