California · Metropolitan Area
Buellton is a small city in California with a population of 5,090. Residents earn $96,028 per year, which is 28% above the national average.
Based on current data, Buellton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Buellton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Buellton is $96,028, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Buellton is $704,200, making it a premium housing market at 150% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,196 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Buellton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,421 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Buellton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 79.4% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 20.6% |
| 54% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $96,028 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,257 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,340 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $108,768 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.0% |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 17,497 |
| County GDP | $41,425M |
| Restaurants | 1,253 |
| Healthcare | 1,508 |
| Retail | 1,476 |
| Manufacturing | 521 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,996 |
| 214% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.56% |
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |
| Census Median | $704,200 |
| 150% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $902,492 |
| Median List Price | $975,000 |
| Median List Price | $975,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $498 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.6% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 11 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,196 |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $4,200 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,996 |
| 214% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.56% |
| Obesity | 25.0% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.9% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,123/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,508 |
| Total Violent | 120.1/100K |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 20.0/100K |
| Assault | 100.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,420.9/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 220.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,080.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 120.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.4 inches |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 366 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,222/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6155°N, 120.1942°W |
| County FIPS | 06083 |
Winner: Democrat by 26.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,222/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 20 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,508 |
| Restaurants | 1,253 |
| Retail Stores | 1,476 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 29.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |