| ZIP Code | 93463 |
|---|---|
| City | Solvang |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 486 ft |
| Latitude | 34.606422 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.135431 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.9 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.6% ▲ 41% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 90 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 948 (15.8%) |
| Some College | 420 (7%) |
| Associates | 1,260 (21.1%) |
| Bachelors | 611 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,655 (44.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,123 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,044,100 ▲ 275% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,895/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,672 |
| Vacant Units | 296 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,672 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 296 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 93463 is located in Solvang, California, within Santa Barbara County. With a population of 8,099, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.9 years. Economically, 93463 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,123 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93463 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,044,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,895 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 93463 is primarily White (71.42%). Residents are well-educated — 54.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93463 stands at 4.5%, 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 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 93463 in Solvang, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,099 residents, a median household income of $130,123, and a median home value of $1,044,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.