Santa Barbara, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Santa Barbara County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Santa Barbara based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
88,024
2023 ACS
Median Income
$101,672
2023
Median Home Value
$1,466,400
2023
Median Rent
$2,302
2023
Median Age
39.4
Unemployment
4.7%
Cost of Living Index
235.7
100 = national avg
Santa Barbara is a city in Santa Barbara County, California, with a population of 88,024 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Santa Barbara is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Santa Barbara is $101,672, and the median home value is $1,466,400. The cost of living index is 235.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,302 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, and the median age is 39.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
88,024
Male
43,014
48.9%
Female
45,010
51.1%
Median Age
39.4
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
36.2%
High School or Higher
44.7%
Foreign Born
20.4%
Veterans
3.2%
Married
37.1%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.416
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
63.3%
Foreign Born
20.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
36.8%
32,384 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
63.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
83,807
English Only
68.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
21,377 speakers
Limited English
12.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
87.8%
Limited English Proficiency
12.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,792
3.2% of population
Disability Rate
18.3%
510 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$66,545
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,586
92.6%
Female Veterans
206
7.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$66,545
Non-Veteran Income
$48,982
Difference
$17,563
35.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
510
Without Disability
2,282
Disability Rate
18.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
54,406
#1 Ancestry
German
10.9% (9,568)
#2 Ancestry
English
10.3% (9,064)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.5% (8,360)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
36,618
Family Households
19,145
52.3%
Married Couples
13,865
37.9%
Non-Family Households
17,473
47.7%
Single Mother Households
3,543
9.7%
Single Father Households
1,737
4.7%
Living Alone
12,399
33.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
12,710
In Married Couple
8,401
66.1%
With Single Mother
3,231
25.4%
With Single Father
1,078
8.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$139,092
Married Couple Income
$167,775
Single Mother Income
$56,838
Single Father Income
$66,472
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,211
Grandparents Responsible
166
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$101,672
+39% vs national
Per Capita Income
$62,921
+69% vs national
Poverty Rate
13.1%
-4% vs national
Gini Index
0.4985
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.7%
-10% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.3%
of households
How Santa Barbara Compares
Santa Barbara vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Santa Barbara is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Santa Barbara, CA has a median household income of $101,672, making it the 4,613th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher median household income than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Santa Barbara, CA has a per capita income of $62,921, making it the 2,267th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher per capita income than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Santa Barbara, CA has a poverty rate of 13.1%, making it the 13,081st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher poverty rate than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Santa Barbara, CA has a unemployment rate of 4.7%, making it the 12,490th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher unemployment rate than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Santa Barbara. The median household income here is $101,672.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
-39% vs CA avg
Labor Force
48,520
Employed
46,203
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
36.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.4
Work from Home
17.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$163.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
235.7
100 = national avg
+135.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$103,692
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$245,089
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,124
per month
The median household income in Santa Barbara, CA is $101,672, which is 38.9% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $62,921. The poverty rate of 13.1% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4985, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 48,520. 36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 61.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 235.7, which is 135.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $103,692 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$2,064,500
Median List Price
$2,344,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$1,252
Days on Market
91
Active Inventory
128
Months of Supply
3.6
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$1,778,342
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$3,662
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
16.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
38.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
36
New Listings
62
Pending Sales
49
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$1,252
Median List $/SF
$1,327
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Santa Barbara, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA metro area, home prices have risen 637.6% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 40.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 82.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA housing market rather than Santa Barbara alone.
Metro area: Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Santa Barbara is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Santa Barbara, CA has a median home value of $1,466,400, making it the 262nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher median home value than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Santa Barbara, CA has a median rent of $2,302, making it the 916th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher median rent than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Santa Barbara, CA has a price per square foot of $1,252, making it the 103rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher price per square foot than 100% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Santa Barbara, CA has a rent burden of 27.2%, making it the 2,228th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Santa Barbara has a higher rent burden than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$1,466,400
Median Rent
$2,302
Total Housing Units
39,015
Vacancy Rate
6.1%
Owner Occupied
39.8%
Renter Occupied
60.2%
Median Property Tax
$7,043
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,636
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$7,043
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
of home value
Median Home Value
$1,466,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$9,110
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($7,043) by the median home value ($1,466,400). In Santa Barbara, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.48%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,064,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 91 days on the market. 16.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $1,252. Zillow's observed rent index is $3,662/month. About 39.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1964. There are 39,015 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $7,043. The effective tax rate is 0.48%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
6.50
per 1,000 residents
+150% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.10
per 1,000 residents
+5% vs national
Total Crimes
2,109
2024
Violent Clearance
63%
cases solved
Property Clearance
14%
cases solved
YoY Change
+8.0%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Santa Barbara Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Santa Barbara vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Santa Barbara is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Santa Barbara police solve 70% of aggravated assault cases but only 11% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 71 | 0.83 | 22.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 64 | 0.75 | 59.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 421 | 4.91 | 69.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 146 | 1.70 | 38.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,236 | 14.41 | 11.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 170 | 1.98 | 16.5% |
Santa Barbara, CA reported 557 violent crimes and 1,552 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 6.50 per 1,000 residents is 149.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 63% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,236 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 4.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 557 | 1,552 | 6.50 | 18.10 |
| 2023 | 523 | 1,550 | 6.01 | 17.82 |
| 2022 | 403 | 1,802 | 4.59 | 20.52 |
| 2020 | 389 | 2,188 | 4.24 | 23.86 |
| 2019 | 400 | 2,118 | 4.36 | 23.09 |
| 2018 | 415 | 2,333 | 4.48 | 25.19 |
| 2017 | 377 | 2,499 | 4.08 | 27.01 |
| 2016 | 397 | 3,060 | 4.29 | 33.07 |
| 2015 | 364 | 2,717 | 3.96 | 29.57 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
60.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
60.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
43
Public Assistance
$129.6M
Individual Assistance
$6.3M
Most Common Type
Fire
15 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Floodin… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $3.6M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $3.9M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $29.2M | $2.2M |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Alisal Fire → | Fire | Oct 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $17.3M | $456K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Cave Fire → | Fire | Nov 2019 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Severe Storm | May 2019 | $1.4M | — |
| Holiday Fire → | Fire | Jul 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mudflows, and Debri… → | Fire | Jan 2018 | $50.5M | $2.1M |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Thomas Fire → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Apr 2017 | $3.1M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Mar 2017 | $582K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Debr… → | Flood | Jan 2011 | $1.2M | — |
| Jesusita Fire → | Fire | May 2009 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2008 | $2.2M | $1.1M |
| Tea Fire → | Fire | Nov 2008 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 44 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,308
Total Claims Paid
$31,353,593
Avg Claim Payout
$23,971
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
37
Federal Funding
$26,819,261
Properties Protected
16
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
4.58
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 5 | $384,759 |
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 5 | $4,711,206 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 2 | $1,023,179 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 2 | $2,141,037 |
| 403.8: Floodwater and Mudflow diversions - post-wildfire | 2 | $1,443,951 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Santa Barbara has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are landslide, drought, earthquake. The area has had 43 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (15 declarations). 1,308 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $129,579,081 in public assistance recovery funding. $6,333,447 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 37 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
25.7%
10.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.8%
1.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.1%
1.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.9%
0.7pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.2%
Arthritis
22.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.8%
Loneliness
33.9%
Lack of Support
23.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.2%
Mobility
13.2%
Cognitive
14.0%
Hearing
6.4%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Santa Barbara has an obesity rate of 25.7%, which is 10.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.8%, 1.7pp below the national average. About 9.9% of adults lack health insurance. 72.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
5.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.0 mi
Santa Barbara County Psychiatr...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara County Psychiatric Health Facility | 4.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital | 9.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Community Memorial Hospital - Ojai | 27.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital | 27.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
16
Pop. Served
117,465
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA BARBARA WATER DEPARTMENT | 98,872 | 0 |
| MONTECITO WATER DIST | 11,962 | 0 |
| LA CUMBRE MUTUAL WATER CO | 4,861 | 0 |
| SAN VICENTE WATER COMPANY | 550 | 0 |
| MAGIC MOUNTAIN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 221 | 0 |
| LAS POSITAS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 200 | 0 |
| ELLWOOD MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 186 | 1 |
| PAINTED CAVE | 160 | 0 |
| SAN MARCOS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 120 | 0 |
| MONTECITO SEA MEADOWS | 70 | 0 |
| CACHUMA VILLAGE | 60 | 0 |
| VIEJA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 60 | 0 |
| LINGATE LANE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 55 | 1 |
| ESTERINA PROPERTIES | 50 | 1 |
| ROSARIO PARK | 38 | 0 |
| CACHUMA PROJECT | — | 0 |
There are 16 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
61.3%
-22% vs national
Public Transit
2.3%
+152% vs national
Work From Home
17.0%
+83% vs national
Carpool
9.7%
Walk / Bike
7.4%
combined
How Santa Barbara's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
6-Year Avg
5
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 10 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Santa Barbara, CA covers travel times and transportation modes. 61.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 17.0% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 2.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.7% of workers carpool. 4.2% walk to work. 3.2% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
83.1%
of households
No Internet
3.7%
of households
Total Households
36,618
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.8%
of households
Smartphone
92.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
85.5%
of households
Tablet
67.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+74% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+73% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+94% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+11% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Santa Barbara vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
16
Population Served
117,465
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA BARBARA WATER DEPARTMENT | Community | Surface water | 98,872 | 0 |
| MONTECITO WATER DIST | Community | Surface water | 11,962 | 0 |
| LA CUMBRE MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Purchased surface water | 4,861 | 0 |
| SAN VICENTE WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 550 | 0 |
| MAGIC MOUNTAIN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 221 | 0 |
| LAS POSITAS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| ELLWOOD MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 186 | 1 |
| PAINTED CAVE | Community | Ground water | 160 | 0 |
| SAN MARCOS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 120 | 0 |
| MONTECITO SEA MEADOWS | Community | Ground water | 70 | 0 |
| CACHUMA VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| VIEJA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| LINGATE LANE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 55 | 1 |
| ESTERINA PROPERTIES | Community | Ground water | 50 | 1 |
| ROSARIO PARK | Community | Ground water | 38 | 0 |
| CACHUMA PROJECT | Community | Purchased surface water | 0 | 0 |
93.7% of households in Santa Barbara have broadband internet access. 83.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.7% of households have no internet access. 5.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 16 water systems, providing water to 117,465 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Santa Barbara is located in Santa Barbara County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Santa Barbara.
Election Overview
Source: Santa Barbara County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
114,149
61.8%
GOP Votes
64,870
35.1%
Total Votes
184,715
Margin
D+26.7%
Shift from 2020
R+5.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 114,149 | 64,870 | 184,715 | 61.8% | 35.1% | D+26.7 |
| 2020 | 129,963 | 65,736 | 200,288 | 64.9% | 32.8% | D+32.1 |
| 2016 | 100,120 | 53,740 | 164,224 | 61.0% | 32.7% | D+28.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Santa Barbara County recorded 184,715 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.8% of the vote compared to 35.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+26.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Santa Barbara County has shifted 1.6 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,237
Total Assets
$11.4B
Total Income
$8.4B
Per 10K Residents
140.5
nonprofits
+134.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
294
Median Assets
$725K
Oldest Active
1930
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $6.4B of $11.4B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Santa Barbara
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSanta Barbara, CA has 1,237 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $11.4B. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 142 organizations. 294 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 140.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1930.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,005
Total Approved
$408.4M
Jobs Supported
8,689
Per 10K Residents
114.2
SBA loans
+18.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
126
Top Lender
Montecito Bank & Trust
133 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
847
Total Amount
$299.4M
Avg Loan
$353,482
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$227.3M(76%)
Jobs Supported
6,650
Loans
158
Total Amount
$109.0M
Avg Loan
$690,044
Median Loan
$561,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
168
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$117.7M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$700,521
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kubisch and Ferris Orthodontic Partnership | 1 | $5.0M |
| 5161 Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| My Supply Store Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| Scottco Hospitality Inc. | 1 | $4.1M |
| The Pad Santa Barbara Llc | 2 | $3.8M |
| Santa Barbara Market Corp | 1 | $3.6M |
| 222 W Pueblo Street Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| 421 S Milpas Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Sikama International Inc. | 3 | $3.4M |
| Invenios | 4 | $3.3M |
Santa Barbara, CA has received 1,005 SBA loans totaling $408.4M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 847 loans (84% of the total), supporting 6,650 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 158 loans totaling $109.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Santa Barbara is Montecito Bank & Trust with 133 loans. That works out to 114.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
139,312
Avg Median Income
-$73,961,555
Avg Home Value
-$72,754,018
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93067 | 993 | N/A | $1,597,400 | N/A | 0.6 |
| 93101 | 30,496 | $79,868 | $1,122,200 | $2,109 | 3.2 |
| 93103 | 19,803 | $118,118 | $1,555,600 | $2,407 | 5.5 |
| 93105 | 25,055 | $129,549 | $1,496,500 | $2,572 | 139.8 |
| 93106 | 5,613 | $75,875 | N/A | $2,725 | 0.6 |
| 93108 | 11,664 | $223,694 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 27.9 |
| 93109 | 11,069 | $126,875 | $1,836,300 | $2,870 | 3.4 |
| 93110 | 16,385 | $118,819 | $1,101,100 | $2,358 | 8.1 |
| 93111 | 18,234 | $139,876 | $1,171,400 | $2,838 | 8.1 |
Santa Barbara, CA has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 139,312. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$73,961,555. The average median home value is -$72,754,018. The average median monthly rent is -$74,071,698.
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