Santa Paula, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Ventura County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Santa Paula based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
31,202
2023 ACS
Median Income
$77,130
2023
Median Home Value
$559,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,698
2023
Median Age
35.2
Unemployment
6.1%
Cost of Living Index
151.8
100 = national avg
Santa Paula is a city in Ventura County, California, with a population of 31,202 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Santa Paula is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Santa Paula is $77,130, and the median home value is $559,300. The cost of living index is 151.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,698 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, and the median age is 35.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
31,202
Male
15,348
49.2%
Female
15,854
50.8%
Median Age
35.2
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.4%
High School or Higher
22.7%
Foreign Born
32.2%
Veterans
2.1%
Married
38.5%
Avg Household Size
3.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.000
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
60.4%
Foreign Born
32.2%
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
80.6%
25,152 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
19.4%
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+)
28,930
English Only
34.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
18,395 speakers
Limited English
30.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
69.6%
Limited English Proficiency
30.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
645
2.1% of population
Disability Rate
16.3%
105 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$55,875
Unemployment Rate
20.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
602
93.3%
Female Veterans
43
6.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$55,875
Non-Veteran Income
$33,737
Difference
$22,138
65.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
105
Without Disability
540
Disability Rate
16.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
6,267
#1 Ancestry
German
3.8% (1,185)
#2 Ancestry
English
3.4% (1,050)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
2.1% (664)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,417
Family Households
7,268
77.2%
Married Couples
4,911
52.2%
Non-Family Households
2,149
22.8%
Single Mother Households
1,789
19.0%
Single Father Households
568
6.0%
Living Alone
1,840
19.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,879
In Married Couple
4,453
64.7%
With Single Mother
1,985
28.9%
With Single Father
441
6.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$82,917
Married Couple Income
$102,739
Single Mother Income
$51,147
Single Father Income
$42,099
Avg Family Size
3.3
Avg Non-Family Size
3.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
912
Grandparents Responsible
140
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$77,130
+5% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,453
-18% vs national
Poverty Rate
15.3%
+13% vs national
Gini Index
0.4175
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.1%
+17% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.6%
of households
How Santa Paula Compares
Santa Paula vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Santa Paula is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Santa Paula, CA has a median household income of $77,130, making it the 9,704th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher median household income than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Santa Paula, CA has a per capita income of $30,453, making it the 16,791st highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher per capita income than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Santa Paula, CA has a poverty rate of 15.3%, making it the 10,816th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher poverty rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Santa Paula, CA has a unemployment rate of 6.1%, making it the 8,957th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher unemployment rate than 71% 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 Paula. The median household income here is $77,130.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
-20% vs CA avg
Labor Force
15,368
Employed
14,387
Mean Commute
26 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
22.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.2
Work from Home
4.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$128.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
151.8
100 = national avg
+51.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,782
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$157,848
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,250
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,693
per month
The median household income in Santa Paula, CA is $77,130, which is 5.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,453. The poverty rate of 15.3% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4175, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 15,368. 9.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 26 minutes, with 4.6% working from home. About 74.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 151.8, which is 51.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 218.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,782 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$699,990
Median List Price
$754,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$415
Days on Market
81
Active Inventory
41
Months of Supply
8.2
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$696,135
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,475
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
12.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
5
New Listings
12
Pending Sales
16
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$415
Median List $/SF
$453
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Santa Paula, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA metro area, home prices have risen 599.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 50.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 76.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 42.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.8%. 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 Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA housing market rather than Santa Paula alone.
Metro area: Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
Santa Paula vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Santa Paula is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Santa Paula, CA has a median home value of $559,300, making it the 2,510th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher median home value than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Santa Paula, CA has a median rent of $1,698, making it the 2,959th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher median rent than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Santa Paula, CA has a price per square foot of $415, making it the 1,757th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher price per square foot than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Santa Paula, CA has a rent burden of 26.4%, making it the 2,584th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Santa Paula has a higher rent burden than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$559,300
Median Rent
$1,698
Total Housing Units
9,913
Vacancy Rate
5.0%
Owner Occupied
53.7%
Renter Occupied
46.3%
Median Property Tax
$3,674
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,659
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,674
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
of home value
Median Home Value
$559,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,022
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,674) by the median home value ($559,300). In Santa Paula, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.66%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Santa Paula, CA is $699,990 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 81 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 8.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $415. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,475/month. About 53.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1970. There are 9,913 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,674. The effective tax rate is 0.66%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.30
per 1,000 residents
+27% vs national
Property Crime Rate
8.74
per 1,000 residents
-49% vs national
Total Crimes
387
2024
Violent Clearance
58%
cases solved
Property Clearance
21%
cases solved
YoY Change
-14.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Santa Paula Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Santa Paula vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Santa Paula 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 Paula police solve 70% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of murder 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 | 1 | 0.03 | 0.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 12 | 0.37 | 25.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 16 | 0.50 | 37.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 76 | 2.36 | 69.7% |
| Burglary | Property | 27 | 0.84 | 14.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 216 | 6.72 | 16.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 38 | 1.18 | 47.4% |
Santa Paula, CA reported 106 violent crimes and 281 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.30 per 1,000 residents is 26.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 58% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 216 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 14.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 106 | 281 | 3.30 | 8.74 |
| 2023 | 120 | 266 | 3.85 | 8.52 |
| 2022 | 101 | 341 | 3.27 | 11.05 |
| 2021 | 88 | 304 | 2.90 | 10.03 |
| 2020 | 102 | 437 | 3.42 | 14.63 |
| 2019 | 91 | 404 | 3.02 | 13.42 |
| 2018 | 90 | 458 | 2.96 | 15.04 |
| 2017 | 103 | 434 | 3.38 | 14.23 |
| 2016 | 80 | 343 | 2.60 | 11.14 |
| 2015 | 96 | 406 | 3.13 | 13.22 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.4
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
99.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
29.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
33.6
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
52
Public Assistance
$316.0M
Individual Assistance
$2.0M
Most Common Type
Fire
27 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Fire → | Fire | Nov 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Floodin… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $1.2M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $7.5M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $18.4M | $533K |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $215.9M | $781K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Maria Fire → | Fire | Nov 2019 | — | — |
| Easy Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Saddleridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2018 | $14.6M | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Woolsey Fire → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Hill Fire → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mudflows, and Debri… → | Fire | Jan 2018 | $22.4M | $441K |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Thomas Fire → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Springs Fire → | Fire | May 2013 | — | — |
| Guiberson Fire → | Fire | Sep 2009 | — | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mud Flows, and Debr… → | Fire | Oct 2007 | $187K | — |
Showing 20 of 53 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,331
Total Claims Paid
$15,944,116
Avg Claim Payout
$11,979
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
72
Federal Funding
$35,705,768
Properties Protected
311
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.95
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 17 | $10,804,005 |
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 12 | $6,134,817 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 6 | $346,245 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 4 | $407,425 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 4 | $512,821 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Santa Paula has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, earthquake, landslide. The area has had 52 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (27 declarations). 1,331 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $316,004,998 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,969,330 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 72 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.3%
5.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.4%
3.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.0%
2.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.0%
10.4pp above 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
35.3%
Arthritis
19.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.7%
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
18.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.4%
Loneliness
36.4%
Lack of Support
27.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
37.5%
Mobility
17.7%
Cognitive
18.7%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
10.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Santa Paula has an obesity rate of 30.3%, which is 5.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.4%, 3.1pp below the national average. About 21.0% of adults lack health insurance. 70.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.1 mi
St Johns Regional Medical Cent...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns Regional Medical Center | 12.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center | 14.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Community Memorial Hospital - Ojai | 15.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Adventist Health Simi Valley | 18.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Va Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System | 40.3 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
32,737
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA PAULA | 31,018 | 0 |
| LIMONEIRA RANCH #1 | 1,187 | 0 |
| SISAR MUTUAL WATER CO | 340 | 0 |
| MIDDLE ROAD MUTUAL WATER CO | 134 | 0 |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN MUTUAL WATER CO | 58 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
49.4K MT
Top Emitter
TOLAND ROAD LANDFILL
49.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
TOLAND ROAD LANDFILL Ventura Regional Sanitation District | Waste | 49,415 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 49.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
26 min
+10% vs national
Drive Alone
74.6%
-5% vs national
Public Transit
0.4%
-57% vs national
Work From Home
4.6%
-50% vs national
Carpool
17.0%
Walk / Bike
2.7%
combined
How Santa Paula's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
4-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Santa Paula, CA is 26 minutes, which is 10.3% above the national average of 23 minutes. 74.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.6% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. 17.0% of workers carpool. 2.5% walk to work. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
75.1%
of households
No Internet
10.4%
of households
Total Households
9,417
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
90.1%
of households
Smartphone
85.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
67.9%
of households
Tablet
58.5%
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
+68% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+65% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+81% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+10% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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 Paula vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
5
Population Served
32,737
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA PAULA | Community | Ground water | 31,018 | 0 |
| LIMONEIRA RANCH #1 | Community | Purchased ground water | 1,187 | 0 |
| SISAR MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 340 | 0 |
| MIDDLE ROAD MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Purchased ground water | 134 | 0 |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 58 | 0 |
88.5% of households in Santa Paula have broadband internet access. 75.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.4% of households have no internet access. 10.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 32,737 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Santa Paula is located in Ventura County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Santa Paula.
Election Overview
Source: Ventura County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
217,424
56.1%
GOP Votes
158,901
41.0%
Total Votes
387,595
Margin
D+15.1%
Shift from 2020
R+6.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 217,424 | 158,901 | 387,595 | 56.1% | 41.0% | D+15.1 |
| 2020 | 251,388 | 162,207 | 422,698 | 59.5% | 38.4% | D+21.1 |
| 2016 | 170,489 | 118,764 | 307,881 | 55.4% | 38.6% | D+16.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Ventura County recorded 387,595 total votes. Democrats won the county with 56.1% of the vote compared to 41.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+15.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Ventura County has shifted 1.7 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
105
Total Assets
$218.2M
Total Income
$101.4M
Per 10K Residents
33.7
nonprofits
-47.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
12
Median Assets
$114K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $211.3M of $218.2M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Santa Paula
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSanta Paula, CA has 105 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $218.2M. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 15 organizations. 12 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 33.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
145
Total Approved
$62.8M
Jobs Supported
1,269
Per 10K Residents
46.5
SBA loans
-70.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
50
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
12 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1993–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
117
Total Amount
$50.6M
Avg Loan
$432,711
Median Loan
$230,000
SBA Guaranteed
$38.8M(77%)
Jobs Supported
1,048
Loans
28
Total Amount
$12.2M
Avg Loan
$434,036
Median Loan
$320,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
24
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$18.5M
30% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$772,488
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal Counting & Industrial Scale Company Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Satpanth Enterprises Inc. | 1 | $2.6M |
| La Terraza Restaurant 1 Inc | 2 | $2.4M |
| Mrc Rock & Sand, Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Adar Oil 26 Inc. | 1 | $1.7M |
| Ccc & J Properties Llc | 1 | $1.7M |
| Cabrillo Meat Market | 1 | $1.5M |
| Ocean Gateway Inn | 1 | $1.4M |
| World Upholstery and Trim Inc. | 1 | $1.3M |
| Glen Tavern Inn | 1 | $1.3M |
Santa Paula, CA has received 145 SBA loans totaling $62.8M in approved funding between 1993 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 117 loans (81% of the total), supporting 1,048 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 28 loans totaling $12.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Santa Paula is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 12 loans. That works out to 46.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
163,598
Avg Median Income
$112,173
Avg Home Value
$831,680
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93004 | 31,326 | $113,960 | $750,700 | $2,380 | 7.0 |
| 93010 | 46,715 | $108,538 | $809,900 | $2,455 | 22.0 |
| 93036 | 47,938 | $100,482 | $648,800 | $2,199 | 17.8 |
| 93060 | 34,640 | $79,606 | $582,900 | $1,678 | 92.5 |
| 93066 | 2,979 | $158,281 | $1,366,100 | $2,287 | 42.1 |
Santa Paula, CA has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 163,598. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $112,173. The average median home value is $831,680. The average median monthly rent is $2,200.
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