Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.0% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9,442 (4%) |
| HS Graduate | 47,298 (19.9%) |
| Some College | 23,053 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 41,158 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 23,688 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 92,785 (39.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,106 ▲ 30% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $880,418 ▲ 216% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,119/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 159,874 |
| Vacant Units | 10,780 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Santa Barbara County is located in California and encompasses 41 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 444,243 residents. With a median age of 35.79, it is a relatively young county.
Santa Barbara County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $99,106 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Santa Barbara County is among the most expensive housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $880,418 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $2,119.
The residents of Santa Barbara County are racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 47.6%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Santa Barbara County, CA is a middle-income area in California. The 41 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93427 | Buellton | 5,866 | $106,442 | $762,500 | $2,088 | 2.2% | 56.7% |
| 93013 | Carpinteria | 16,348 | $115,633 | $1,074,600 | $2,331 | 4.6% | 55.0% |
| 93117 | Goleta | 52,225 | $85,711 | $1,021,700 | $1,980 | 8.9% | 59.1% |
| 93434 | Guadalupe | 8,451 | $71,351 | $454,200 | $1,674 | 11.8% | 27.0% |
| 93436 | Lompoc | 55,834 | $76,241 | $460,100 | $1,578 | 6.8% | 32.1% |
| 93437 | Lompoc | 3,688 | $83,096 | — | $2,462 | 1.7% | 66.9% |
| 93440 | Los Alamos | 896 | $53,673 | $672,100 | — | 7.9% | 44.3% |
| 93441 | Los Olivos | 990 | $140,685 | $1,343,800 | — | 5.5% | 69.4% |
| 93254 | New Cuyama | 794 | $53,603 | $216,400 | — | 10.3% | 40.5% |
| 93101 | Santa Barbara | 30,496 | $79,868 | $1,122,200 | $2,109 | 5.4% | 53.3% |
| 93103 | Santa Barbara | 19,803 | $118,118 | $1,555,600 | $2,407 | 3.7% | 56.2% |
| 93105 | Santa Barbara | 25,055 | $129,549 | $1,496,500 | $2,572 | 4.8% | 68.6% |
| 93106 | Santa Barbara | 5,613 | $75,875 | — | $2,725 | 14.0% | 75.5% |
| 93108 | Santa Barbara | 11,664 | $223,694 | $2,000,000+ | $3,501 | 3.7% | 77.5% |
| 93109 | Santa Barbara | 11,069 | $126,875 | $1,836,300 | $2,870 | 5.0% | 64.9% |
| 93110 | Santa Barbara | 16,385 | $118,819 | $1,101,100 | $2,358 | 5.9% | 57.8% |
| 93111 | Santa Barbara | 18,234 | $139,876 | $1,171,400 | $2,838 | 2.4% | 62.2% |
| 93454 | Santa Maria | 41,710 | $84,178 | $477,600 | $1,750 | 5.1% | 32.5% |
| 93455 | Santa Maria | 44,350 | $108,501 | $572,700 | $2,267 | 4.5% | 46.0% |
| 93458 | Santa Maria | 59,126 | $73,518 | $460,300 | $1,825 | 8.3% | 22.9% |
| 93460 | Santa Ynez | 6,425 | $131,932 | $1,187,700 | $2,604 | 2.9% | 51.7% |
| 93463 | Solvang | 8,099 | $130,123 | $1,044,100 | $1,895 | 4.5% | 54.6% |