Goleta, CA

California · Ventura County · Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura Metro

Goleta is a mid-size city in California with a population of 32,693. Residents earn $118,039 per year, which is 57% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0

B Good

32,693 Population 4,165/sq mi density

$118,039 Median Income $52,610 per capita

$1,002,500 Home Value $1,346,990 Zillow

$2,385 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent

59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

129 Violent Crime/100K 1,646 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.8 / 5.0

$118,039 median income, 3.0% unemployment

Affordability

1.9 / 5.0

$1,002,500 home value, $2,385/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

129 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)

A+

Education

4.9 / 5.0

48.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $118,039

57% higher than US avg

Home Value $1,002,500

256% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 129/100K

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 48.3%

43% higher than US avg

Median Rent $2,385

105% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 24.6%

23% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.4%

56% lower than US avg

How Goleta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population32,693

Median Age35.5 yrs

Density4,165/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 52%

Veterans3.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$118,039

Per Capita$52,610

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty5.4%

County GDP$69,606M

Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$1,002,500

Rent$2,385

Ownership51.2%

Zillow$1,346,990

Housing Units12,584

Rent Burden30.7%

Crime

Violent129/100K

Property1,646/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault103/100K

Burglary369/100K

Health

Obesity24.6%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking9.6%

Depression20.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain17.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+48.3%

High School+89.7%

Graduate+20.5%

School Score4.84

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%

Commute19 min

Broadband93.2%

EV Stations36

Libraries24

Is Goleta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goleta receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Goleta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goleta is $118,039, which is significantly higher than the national average / 57% above $75,149. This places Goleta among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goleta is $1,002,500, making it a premium housing market at 256% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,385 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Goleta is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,646 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Goleta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Goleta has a population of 32,693 with a density of 4,165 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (51.5%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 2.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 66.2% of residents, while 33.8% speak Spanish. 3.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

32,693

Total Population

4,165

People / sq mi

35.5yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

7.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%

Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Goleta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 66.2%

16% below US avg

Spanish 33.8%

152% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Goleta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goleta is $118,039, which is 57% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,610 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,356. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 31,435 business establishments, including 1,758 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Goleta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$118,039
	57% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$52,610
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,356
IRS Avg AGI	$102,674
Gini Index	0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.4%
	56% below US avg
Establishments (County)	31,435
County GDP	$69,606M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,758
Healthcare	3,115
Retail	2,556
Manufacturing	867

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,383
	140% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.9 min
Drive Alone	61.7%
Public Transit	2.4%
Work from Home	17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Goleta is $1,002,500, 256% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,346,990, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.5% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $2,385 (105% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 51.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 12,584 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $8,383 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1,002,500
	256% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,346,990
Median List Price	$1,197,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$1,197,000
$/Sq Ft	$764
Homes Sold	19
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.5%
Price Drops	25.9%
Inventory	27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$2,385
	105% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$3,928
Rent Burden	30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,513
1 Bedroom	$1,647
2 Bedrooms	$2,053
3 Bedrooms	$2,752
4 Bedrooms	$3,165

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	51.2%
Owner-Occupied	51.2%
Renter-Occupied	48.8%
Housing Units	12,584
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,383
	140% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.84%

In Goleta, 24.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. 27.4% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 20.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 20.9% report depression. 16.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,230. The dentist ratio is 1:1,022. 97.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

17.1

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

28.2

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

6.5

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

53.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.6

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

149.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Goleta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.6%
	23% below US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
High Blood Pressure	27.4%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	4.2%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	20.1%
Depression	20.9%
Mental Distress	16.0%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.6%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,230
Dentists	1:1,022
Mental Health	1:205
Checkup Rate	70.5%
Dental Visits	66.3%
Premature Death	5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	97.7%
Healthcare Facilities	3,115

Goleta has a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 103.5 per 100,000, robbery at 19.4, rape at 6.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,646 per 100,000, 16% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,148, burglary at 369, vehicle theft at 129 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 51 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 637 federally declared disasters. Overall, Goleta receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Goleta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	129.3/100K
	66% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	6.5/100K
Robbery	19.4/100K
Assault	103.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,645.7/100K
	16% below US avg
Burglary	368.6/100K
Theft	1,147.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	129.3/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	51
Traffic Accidents	1,989
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	637

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Goleta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	59.3°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	53°F (12°C)
July Average	66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	46 ft (14 m)
Area	7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²)
Population Density	4,165/sq mi
Coordinates	34.4354°N, 119.8589°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	Ventura County County
Nearest Airport	Santa Barbara Municipal (SBA) 4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.3"

55% below US avg

Wettest Month (Feb) 3.98"

Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0444 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	7.5 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	5.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	99.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.8 / 100
Community Resilience	33.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	No Rating
Earthquake	Relatively High
Wildfire	Relatively High
Flood	Very High
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Relatively High
Coastal Flood	Relatively Moderate
Tsunami	Very Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2,929 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jan 17, 1994	Northridge, California, earthquake	M6.7	124 km
Jan 17, 1994	1km ENE of Granada Hills, California	M5.9	127 km
Jan 17, 1994	7km NNE of Simi Valley, California	M5.6	107 km
Apr 5, 2018	31km SW of Santa Cruz Is. (E end), CA	M5.3	69 km
Jan 18, 1994	10km ESE of Piru, California	M5.2	107 km
Mar 20, 1994	3km WNW of Panorama City, California	M5.2	129 km
Aug 7, 2024	24 km SW of Lamont, CA	M5.2	102 km
Jan 17, 1994	9km N of Chatsworth, California	M5.2	115 km
May 28, 1993	21km SW of Lamont, California	M5.2	105 km
Aug 20, 2023	7 km SE of Ojai, CA	M5.1	62 km
Jan 19, 1994	10km SSW of Valencia, California	M5.1	114 km
Apr 26, 1997	12km ESE of Piru, California	M5.1	109 km
Jan 19, 1994	8km ESE of Piru, California	M5.1	105 km
Jan 29, 1994	6km NNE of Chatsworth, California	M5.1	118 km
Jun 26, 1995	11km SW of Valencia, California	M5.0	109 km
Apr 27, 1997	11km SW of Valencia, California	M4.9	111 km
Jan 17, 1994	3km N of Northridge, California	M4.9	123 km
Feb 24, 2016	6km SSW of Wasco, CA	M4.9	131 km
Jan 17, 1994	10km SSW of Valencia, California	M4.9	113 km
Jan 17, 1994	6km NE of Chatsworth, California	M4.9	120 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

15 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1. Total: 3 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 17, 1991	EF1	85 km	0
Jan 3, 1977	EF1	4 km	0
Mar 21, 2023	EF0	29 km	0
Dec 25, 2019	EF0	59 km	0
Jan 21, 2010	EF0	64 km	0
Jan 19, 2010	EF0	2 km	0
Jan 24, 2008	EF0	76 km	0
Mar 29, 2006	EF0	58 km	0
Jan 10, 2005	EF0	67 km	0
Nov 29, 2001	EF0	78 km	0
May 13, 1998	EF0	75 km	0
Mar 24, 1994	EF0	15 km	0
Dec 7, 1992	EF0	92 km	0
Dec 29, 1991	EF0	46 km	0
Nov 9, 1982	EF0	76 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.4 m (11 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1812	S. CALIFORNIA	Eruption + Earthquake	3.4 m	1	26 km
1930	S. CALIFORNIA	Eruption + Earthquake	3.1 m	1	121 km
1927	S. CALIFORNIA	Earthquake	1.8 m	-	94 km
1878	S. CALIFORNIA	Meteorological	1.0 m	1	115 km
1994	WEST COAST, USA	Earthquake	0.1 m	57	124 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: THOMAS (281,982 ac, 2017).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2017	THOMAS	281,982	51 km
2007	ZACA	241,846	34 km
2006	DAY	159,713	84 km
1985	WHEELER 2	126,854	47 km
2003	SIMI	107,756	99 km
2009	LA BREA	84,213	58 km
2003	PIRU	63,920	92 km
1997	LOGAN	49,627	79 km
1985	FERNDALE	46,724	65 km
1993	MARRE	44,309	33 km
1993	GREEN MEADOWS	38,115	89 km
2016	REY	33,323	21 km
2017	ALAMO	29,256	70 km
1993	STECKEL	26,202	65 km
1997	HOPPER	24,072	96 km
2013	SPRINGS	24,042	85 km
2002	WOLF	21,097	62 km
2009	GUIBERSON	19,356	90 km
2017	WHITTIER CA-LBOR-001770	18,510	14 km
2021	ALISAL	17,677	24 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	53°F (12°C)	3.6 in	Coldest
February	54°F (12°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
March	55°F (13°C)	3.5 in
April	57°F (14°C)	1.3 in
May	60°F (15°C)	0.3 in
June	63°F (17°C)	0.1 in
July	66°F (19°C)	0.0 in	Driest
August	69°F (20°C)	0.0 in	Warmest
September	67°F (20°C)	0.3 in
October	64°F (18°C)	0.6 in
November	59°F (15°C)	2.0 in
December	54°F (12°C)	2.5 in

Goleta has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 53°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.0").

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Goleta is located in Ventura County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 48.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% above the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. 20.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 56.1% of the vote, a 15.1-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 36 EV charging stations. There are 24 public libraries serving the community. 3,115 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 61.7% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.4% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%

D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	51
Traffic Accidents	1,989
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	637

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	48.3%
	43% above US avg
High School+	89.7%
Graduate Degree+	20.5%
School Test Score	4.84

A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K-1M
Population Density	4,165/sq mi
Total Area	7.9 sq mi
County	Ventura County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.2%
Avg Download Speed	130.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	36
Alt Fuel Stations	37
Public Libraries	24
Healthcare Facilities	3,115
Restaurants	1,758
Retail Stores	2,556

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.9 min
Drive Alone	61.7%
Public Transit	2.4%
Work from Home	17.9%

Average costs for common services in Goleta. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$277 ($166-$443)
Specialist Visit	$387 ($221-$609)
Urgent Care Visit	$221 ($111-$387)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,435 ($886-$5,535)
Dental Cleaning	$144 ($83-$221)
Dental Filling	$277 ($166-$443)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$50 ($28-$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$83 ($55-$133)
Brake Pad Replacement	$332 ($166-$554)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22-$83)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$664 ($443-$1,107)
Battery Replacement	$221 ($111-$387)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$111 ($66-$166)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$100 ($55-$155)
HVAC Repair	$443 ($166-$886)
HVAC System Install	$7,749 ($4,428-$13,284)
Roof Repair	$1,107 ($443-$2,214)
Roof Replacement	$9,963 ($6,089-$16,605)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,661 ($554-$3,875)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,605 ($5,535-$33,210)
DUI Defense	$5,535 ($2,214-$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,661 ($886-$3,321)
Will Preparation	$554 ($221-$1,107)
Trust Preparation	$2,768 ($1,107-$5,535)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$28 ($17-$50)
Women's Haircut	$61 ($33-$111)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$166 ($83-$277)
Manicure	$28 ($17-$50)
Pedicure	$44 ($28-$72)
Massage (1 Hour)	$89 ($55-$144)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.54 ($3.32-$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.87 ($2.77-$5.54)
Loaf of Bread	$4.21 ($2.77-$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.98 ($3.32-$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$6.09 ($4.43-$8.30)
Rice (per lb)	$1.11 ($0.66-$1.99)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$155 ($89-$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$77 ($33-$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$77 ($44-$133)
Internet (Monthly)	$77 ($44-$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$72 ($33-$111)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$94 ($55-$166)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$221 ($83-$554)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,214 ($1,328-$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$77 ($33-$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$17 ($8.86-$28)
Car Registration (Annual)	$111 ($33-$277)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($17-$83)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,328 ($664-$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,107 ($554-$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$443 ($221-$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$55 ($28-$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,107 ($443-$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,838 ($5,535-$33,210)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$66 ($33-$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$111 ($55-$221)
Dog Grooming	$66 ($33-$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22-$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$332 ($166-$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$221 ($111-$443)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,839
Toddler	$1,177
Preschool	$1,295
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,133
Toddler	$1,023
Preschool	$1,135

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Ventura County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	49,739	10,224	$57,825	1.03
Retail Trade	35,647	2,461	$45,554	1.06
Accommodation & Food Services	33,250	1,766	$31,700	1.09
Manufacturing	27,385	1,016	$83,438	0.99
Agriculture & Forestry	24,597	576	$42,916	9.04
Construction	17,879	2,523	$75,869	1.01
Administrative & Waste Services	17,732	1,344	$56,623	0.90
Professional & Technical Services	17,086	3,322	$127,033	0.73
Wholesale Trade	10,667	1,071	$100,199	0.81
Finance & Insurance	10,302	1,184	$131,117	0.75
Other Services	8,934	1,938	$45,561	0.88
Management of Companies	7,720	104	$185,790	1.36
Transportation & Warehousing	7,384	524	$71,594	0.52
Educational Services	5,875	347	$40,921	0.84
Arts & Entertainment	4,961	653	$36,606	0.88
Real Estate	4,701	1,256	$70,897	0.90
Information & Technology	3,465	441	$99,952	0.55
Mining & Oil/Gas	1,009	40	$120,780	0.79
Utilities	923	62	$158,337	0.72
Unclassified	11	48	$58,682	0.02

Schools in Goleta

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Dos Pueblos Senior High	High	2,034	95	21.4:1
Goleta Valley Junior High	Middle	717	39	18.4:1
Isla Vista Elementary	Elementary	463	24	19.3:1
Brandon Elementary	Elementary	444	23	19.3:1
Kellogg Elementary	Elementary	409	21	19.5:1
La Patera Elementary	Elementary	376	22	17.1:1
Ellwood Elementary	Elementary	341	18	18.9:1
Santa Barbara Charter (Charter)	Elementary	283	12	23.6:1
Fairview Preschool	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Goleta

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
97.3 The Rock	rock	MP3 128 kbps
101.9 The Rock	-	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Goleta

16 campgrounds found near Goleta.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
SAN MIGUEL ISLAND	4.8/5	9	$15
SANTA CRUZ SCORPION	4.8/5	31	$15, $40
SANTA ROSA ISLAND	4.8/5	15	$15
SANTA ROSA ISLAND BACKCOUNTRY BEACH CAMPING	4.8/5	3	$10
SANTA CRUZ DEL NORTE BACKCOUNTRY	4.7/5	4	$15
LOS PRIETOS	4.5/5	37	$40
SAGE HILL	4.4/5	5	$150
ANACAPA ISLAND	4.2/5	7	$15
PARADISE CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	14	$40, $80
DAVY BROWN CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	13	$30
MT. FIGUEROA CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	32	$30
NIRA CAMPGROUND	3.9/5	12	$30
UPPER OSO CAMPGROUND	3.9/5	19	$40, $45
BALLINGER CAMPGROUND	3.8/5	13	$30
FREMONT CAMPGROUND	3.6/5	14	$40
Rancho Nuevo Campground	-	-	Free

National Parks Near Goleta

17 national parks and monuments found near Goleta.

Park	Type	Fee
Carpinteria State Beach	State Park	Free
Channel Islands National Park	National Park	Free
El Capitán State Beach	State Park	Free
Emma Wood State Beach	State Park	Free
Gaviota State Park	State Park	Free
Leo Carrillo State Park	State Park	Free
Mandalay State Beach	State Park	Free
McGrath State Beach	State Park	Free
Montaña de Oro State Park	State Park	Free
Morro Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Pismo State Beach	State Park	Free
Point Mugu State Park	State Park	Free
Point Sal State Beach	State Park	Free
Refugio State Beach	State Park	Free
Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach	State Park	Free
San Buenaventura State Beach	State Park	Free
Santa Maria Fair Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Goleta

190+ trails found near Goleta.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
HORSE CANYON LA BREA	18.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SISQUOC	15.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ROMERO CAMUESA OHV	11.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
SANTA CRUZ	11.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	Yes
BUCKHORN OHV	9.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
COLD SPRING	9.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MANZANA	9.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SISQUOC	9.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MISSION PINE	8.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
HURRICANE DECK	8.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DIVIDE PEAK OHV	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
TUNNEL	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SANTA CRUZ	7.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	Yes
MONO-ALAMAR	7.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DEER PARK OHV #40	7.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
SISQUOC	6.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
OLD ROMERO ROAD	6.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
CUYAMA RIVER CORRIDOR OHV #102	6.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #24	6.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BULL RIDGE	6.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ALAMAR	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SWEETWATER	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
GIBRALTAR	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
HURRICANE DECK	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MANZANA	6.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ROCKY RIDGE	5.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MISSION PINE	5.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ALEJANDRO	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
LOST VALLEY	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BLUE CANYON	5.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
RANCHO NUEVO	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
APACHE CANYON WASH OHV #103	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
SALISBURY CANYON	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
GRAPEVINE	5.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DON VICTOR	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
POPLAR	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SANTA BARBARA CANYON	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MATIAS POTRERO	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
INDIAN CANYON	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DIVIDE PEAK OHV	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
SAN YSIDRO	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ROMERO	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
JESUSITA	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BUCKHORN	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #23	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
JACKSON	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
CAMUESA CONNECTOR	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
TINTA OHV #101	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MCPHERSON PEAK	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ARROYO BURRO	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
CATWAY OHV	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
JUDELL	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SNYDER	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DEAL	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
TEQUEPIS	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #14	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
ZACA PEAK	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
POTRERO CANYON	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DEER PARK OHV #36	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DEER PARK OHV #29	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MADULCE	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BIG CONE SPRUCE	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
WHITE ROCK	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
PUERTA SUELO	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MANZANA	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
GIBRALTAR	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
TINTA OHV #101	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
FRANKLIN	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #17	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DIVIDE PEAK BOWL OHV	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
ALAMAR	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MONO-ALAMAR	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ALISO PARK	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
RATTLESNAKE	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SULPHUR SPRING	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
CAMUESA PEAK OHV	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
INDIAN CANYON	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ARROYO QUEMADO	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
LA JOLLA	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ALISO LOOP	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #6	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MADULCE PEAK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
DEAL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
FRANKLIN	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ALISO PARK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MUNCH CANYON	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SANTA BARBARA CANYON	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
WEST FORK COLD SPRING	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #30	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
FIR CANYON DAVY BROWN	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #22	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MCMENEMY	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #49	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MANZANA	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
LOST VALLEY	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ALISO LOOP	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
JUDELL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DEER PARK OHV #46	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
POPLAR	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
HAPPY HOLLOW OHV	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
CALIENTE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BLUE CANYON CONNECTOR	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #48	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
HORSE CANYON LA BREA	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #50	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DEER PARK OHV #29	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #12	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MANZANA	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
FIR CANYON DAVY BROWN	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #10	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
SISQUOC	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
LA JOLLA	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
WHITE ROCK CONNECTOR	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #48	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MANZANA	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
APACHE CANYON SPUR OHV #103	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #18	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DEER PARK OHV #39	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #52	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #19	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
LA JOLLA	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
WILLOW SPUR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MURIETTA	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #25	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MATIAS CONNECTOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
NORTH FORK MATILIJA	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #31	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DEAL CONNECTOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #33	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MUNCH CANYON CONNECTOR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MURIETTA	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DIVIDE PEAK BOWL TRACK OHV	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
WILLOW SPRING (FIGUEROA)	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SUNSET VALLEY	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DEAL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
WILLOW SPRING (FIGUEROA)	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #28	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #53	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MINE CAMP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
TUNNEL CONNECTOR	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #26	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DEER PARK OHV #43	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
CALIENTE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SUNSET VALLEY	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MUNCH CANYON	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
TEQUEPIS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SWEETWATER	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MISSION PINE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BULL RIDGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
WILLOW SPRING (FIGUEROA)	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
HORSE CANYON LA BREA	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #49	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #27	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
PINO ALTO	0.5	ASPHALT	Yes	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #6	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DEER PARK OHV #41	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #51	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
ALISO PARK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #54	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #11	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #32	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
ALAMAR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MATIAS POTRERO CAMP SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #35	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
MISSION PINE BASIN CAMP SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
PELCH CAMP SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DEER PARK OHV #37	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #7	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BALLINGER OHV #9	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
CALIENTE SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BALLINGER OHV #10	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
DON VICTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
DEER PARK OHV #43	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
SANTA BARBARA CANYON	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SANTA BARBARA CANYON	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
NORTH FORK MATILIJA	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
NORTH FORK MATILIJA	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
BUCKHORN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
COLD SPRING SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
JACKSON	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
SANTA BARBARA CANYON	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ARROYO QUEMADO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
POPLAR CAMP SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
WEST BIG PINE SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
ALISO LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
POPLAR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MCKINLEY SPRING CAMP SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
POPLAR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
MISSION PINE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
RANCHO NUEVO	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes

Historical Trends - Goleta

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	30,555	$73,691
2015	31,430	$80,438
2017	31,840	$87,068
2019	32,456	$98,005
2021	32,855	$104,830
2023	32,664	$118,039

Museums in Goleta

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WESTMONT RIDLEY-TREE MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		8055656162	$74,743,228
FIELDING GRADUATE UNIVERSITY�ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		8058982947	$22,105,387
SANTA BARBARA ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		8059625339	$10,674,726
SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		8059634364	$10,616,215
MAXIMUS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	2559 PUESTA DEL SOL ROAD	8056824711	$5,253,243
SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		8056824711	$5,253,243
SANTA BARBARA BOTANIC GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8056824726	$3,648,938
GANNA WALSKA LOTUSLAND	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059693767	$3,563,799
SANTA BARBARA MARITIME MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	113 HARBOR WAY	8059628404	$1,304,452
SANTA BARBARA TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	123 E CANON PERDIDO STREET	8059650093	$1,230,713
SANTA BARBARA HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8059661601	$1,074,686
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART SANTA BARBARA	ART MUSEUM			$989,709
GOLETA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8056817216	$448,104
GOLETA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8056817216	$448,104
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3596 SAGUNTO STREET	8056887889	$443,106
SANTA BARBARA MISSION ARCHIVE-LIBRARY	HISTORY MUSEUM			$240,823
INSTITUTE FOR AMERICAN RESEARCH	HISTORY MUSEUM		8059643540	$177,257
PIERRE CLAEYSSENS MILITARY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM			$173,756
CARRIAGE AND WESTERN ARTS MUSEUM OF SANTA BARBARA	HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PERSHING PARK 129 CASTILLO STREET	8059622353	$136,935
VINOVIUM ORG	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$131,700
CACHUMA LAKE NATURE FOUNDATION	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8056930691	$102,551
SANTA BARBARA ART ASSOCIATION	ART MUSEUM	1114 STATE STREET 26	8058841938	$76,919
ARTIST GUILD OF THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY	ART MUSEUM	2920 GRAND AVENUE	8056887517	$27,049
ART DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		8058932951
ATKINSON GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		8059650581
BOSSE TOY TRAIN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
BRANDER MUSEUM OF FOLK ART	ART MUSEUM
CALIFORNIA MISSION STUDIES ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CASA DEL HERRERO	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1387 EAST VALLEY ROAD
CASA DOLORES	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059631032
CENTRAL COAST VINTAGE MACHINERY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHUMASH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
COASTAL BAND OF THE CHUMASH NATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GLADWIN PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	2559 PUESTA DEL SOL ROAD
GOLETA-SANTA BARBARA AIR HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059677111
HEIMBERG CONSTRUCTION	GENERAL MUSEUM		8055653558
HERMITAGE SANTA BARBARA	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
KARPELES MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY MUSEUM - BUFFALO	GENERAL MUSEUM		7168851986
KARPELES MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY MUSEUM - SANTA BARBARA	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059625322
MICHAELKATE INTERIORS	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059631411
MOXI - THE WOLF MUSEUM OF EXPLORATION AND INNOVATION	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	P.O. BOX 4808	8056807235
MOXI THE WOLF MUSEUM OF EXPLORATION + INNOVATION	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
NATIONAL UNDERWATER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
OLD MISSION SANTA BARBARA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2201 LAGUNA ST	8056824713
PARKS JANEWAY CARRIAGE HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8056887889
RIDLEY TREE-EDUCATION CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059621661
SANTA BARBARA CARRIAGE AND WESTERN ARTS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059622353
SANTA BARBARA CONTEMPORARY ARTS FORUM	ART MUSEUM		8059665373
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8055682220
SANTA BARBARA ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	500 NINOS DRIVE	8059625339
SUSAN QUINLAN DOLL & TEDDY BEAR MUSEUM & LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8057301707
TY WARNER SEA CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		8059622526

Libraries in Goleta

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
SANTA BARBARA PUBLIC LIBRARY	40 E. ANAPAMU ST.	0.0	1,240,995

Farmers Markets in Goleta

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Goleta FM	5748 Calle Real Shopping Center
Harding Elementary School CFM	1625 Robbins Street
Montecito Coast Village Farmers Market	1200 Coast Village Rd.				Visit
Montrose Harvest Market Farmers Market	Honolulu & Ocean Avenue				Visit
Santa Barbara Farmers Market	600 State Street	January to December	Tue:4:00 pm - 7:30 pm;	Yes	Visit
Santa Barbara Farmers Market	600 Santa Barbara St.	January to December	Sat:8:30 am - 1:00 pm;	Yes	Visit
Santa Barbara Farmers Market	7004 Marketplace Drive	January to December	sun:10:00 am - 2:00 pm;	Yes	Visit
Santa Barbara La Cumbre Farmers Market	110 South Hope Avenue				Visit

Hotels in Goleta

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn

Residence Inn

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Restaurants in Goleta

44 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ca'Dario Cucina Italiana

Cajun Kitchen Cafe

Cal Taco

Chili's

China King

Choppa Poke

Cold Spring Tavern

Country Catering Company

El Sitio

Finney's Crafthouse

Frog Bar and Grill

Giovanni's Pizza

IHOP

Jane

Jeannine's

Kyle's Kitchen

Los Agaves

Los Arroyos Mexican Restaurant & Take Out

Masala Spice Indian Cuisine

Meun Fan Thai Cafe

Natural Cafe

Neighbor Tim's BBQ

Nikka Fish Market and Grill

Nikka Ramen

On The Alley

Phamous Café

Rinkside Cafe

Roof Top Bistro & Bar

Rusty's Pizza

Rusty's Pizza Parlor

Saigon Noodle House

Sam's To Go

Sandpiper Grill

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch

Santa Barbara Fish Market

Sushi Ai

Sushi Teri

Takashi Ramen

TAP Thai Cuisine

The Nugget

Timber's Roadhouse

Cafes in Goleta

13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Backyard Bowls

Cristino's Bakery

Dune Coffee Roasters

Green Star Coffee

Hochaya Tea House

Lighthouse Coffee

Starbucks

Sunshine Cafe

White Caps Bistro

Cinemas in Goleta

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Camino Real Cinemas

Fairview Theater

Monuments in Goleta

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Site of WWII Japanese Attack

Zoos in Goleta

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Animals of the Stow House Ranch Yard

Clinics in Goleta

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cottage Urgent Care

Dentists in Goleta

9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aloe Dental Wellness

Benjamin Laudig, DDS

Calvin S Kim, DMD, and Sonia Y Kim, DMD

Ferris Orthodontics Group

Gold Coast Dental & Orthodontics

Goleta Dental Care

Johnson Family Dental

Santa Barbara Children's Dentistry

US #121017881

Veterinaries in Goleta

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Goleta Airport Pet Hospital

Goodland Pet Hospital

VCA Noah's Ark Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Goleta

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Goleta

Gas Stations in Goleta

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven

Fuel Depot

Mobil

Shell

University Chevron

World Fuels

Banks in Goleta

12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

American Riviera Bank

Banc of California

Bank of America

Chase

Golden 1 Credit Union

Key Point Credit Union

Kinecta

Mechanics Bank

Montecito Bank & Trust

U.S. Bank

Union Bank

Wells Fargo

Gyms in Goleta

10 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bodyrok

Club Pilates

CorePower Yoga

Fitness with Rachel

Gold's Gym

Goleta Valley Athletic Club

Orangetheory Fitness

Planet Fitness

Rise Up

US #656132430

Golf Courses in Goleta

4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Glen Annie Golf Club

Rancho San Marcos Golf Course

Sandpiper Golf Course

Twin Lakes Golf Course

Breweries in Goleta

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company	Brewery and Beer Garden	137 Anacapa St	8056942252, 8053244100
Gainey Vineyard	Vineyards, Brewers, Wineries	3950 E Hwy 246	8056880558	Visit
Gbl Distributing Co	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Wholesale Distribution Centers	5390 Overpass Rd A	8059642571	Visit
Kalyra Wineries	Brewers, Wineries	343 N Refugio Rd	8056938864	Visit
M.special	Brewery	6860 Cortona Dr		Visit
Pure Order Brewing Co.	Brewery	410 N Quaratina		Visit
Telegraph Brewing Company	Brewery	416 N Salsipuedes St	8059635018	Visit
The Brander Vineyard	Vineyards, Brewers, Wineries	2401 N Refugio Rd	8056882455	Visit

Pharmacies in Goleta

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
COSTCO	7095 MARKET PLACE DRIVE	805-685-4141
CVS - 9156	5875 CALLE REAL	805-964-6991
CVS - 9737	189 SOUTH TURNPIKE ROAD	805-967-4525
KMART	6865 HOLLISTER AVENUE	805-968-1633
RITE AID - 5791	199 NORTH FAIRVIEW AVENUE	805-964-9892
WALGREENS - 6289	5900 CALLE REAL	805-967-3798

EV Charging Stations in Goleta

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Camino Real Marketplace - Tesla Supercharger	7004 Marketplace Drive	Tesla		12	TESLA	public
Camino Real Marketplace (Goleta, CA)	7004 Market Place Drive	Electrify America		6	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Santa Barbara Nissan	425 S Kellogg Ave	Non-Networked	3	1	CHADEMO J1772	public
Bacara Resort & Spa - Tesla Destination	8301 Hollister Ave	Tesla Destination	1		TESLA	public
CHARGEPOINT I CHARGEPOINT 1	6878 Hollister Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
City of Goleta - City Hall	130 Cremona Drive, Suite B	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Cortona Corner Apartments	6830 Cortona Dr	Blink Network	4		J1772	public
CSG EV SB EAST STATION	6100 Hollister Ave	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
CSG EV SB WEST STATION	6100 Hollister Ave	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
Folded Hills Farmstead	2323 Old Coast Highway Rd	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
GOLETA ESTORAGE EV CHARGER 1	6864 Cortona Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
GOLETA ESTORAGE EV CHARGER 2	6864 Cortona Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
PDT STATION 1	59 S La Patera Ln	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
PDT STATION 2	59 S La Patera Ln	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
Santa Barbara SC	103 David Love Pl	SHELL_RECHARGE	4		J1772	public
Teledyne Flir (Goleta)	6769 Hollister Ave	TURNONGREEN	8		J1772	private
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 5 #1	6790 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 5 #2	6790 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 5 #3	6790 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 5 #4	6790 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 6 #1	6790 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 7 #1	6790 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 7 #2	6750 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 7 #3	6750 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 7 #4	6750 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
UC SANTABARBARA LOT 7 #5	6750 Navigator Dr	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Goleta

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Off of Forest Service Road 5N12A, Bldg. #14 (Santa Ynez Peak #8020)	TOWER	40
10150 W CAMINO CIELO (12552)	LTOWER	25
355 REFUGIO ROAD	TOWER	12

Power Plants Near Goleta

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
ELLWOOD	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-119.9	OP
TAJIGUAS PLANT	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-119.9	RE
EXXONMOBIL SANTA YNEZ FACILITY	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-120.0	OS
GAVIOTA OIL PLANT	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-120.2	RE

Bridges in Goleta

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete	2016	47	65,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1945	22	65,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1946	26	65,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	220	35,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1997	82	34,976	F
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1929	26	32,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	78	24,275	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1989	69	23,222	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1968	182	21,327	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1958	130	16,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1958	130	16,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1993	224	16,000	G
Slab	Concrete	1958	31	16,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1958	223	16,000	F
Slab	Concrete	1958	31	16,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1929	67	14,800	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1965	35	14,800	F
Arch (Deck)	Steel	1963	1,218	13,500	F
Slab	Concrete	1963	24	13,500	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1968	22	12,125	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1965	25	9,656	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1970	103	8,535	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1964	26	8,229	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1971	83	7,156	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	185	5,000	F
Slab	Concrete	1985	28	4,419	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	2011	169	2,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1970	123	1,760	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1997	59	1,500	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	41	1,259	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1966	25	470	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1967	36	400	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1961	45	293	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1961	41	126	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1961	41	100	G

Amtrak Stations in Goleta

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Goleta, CA	25 South La Patera Lane	TRAIN
Santa Barbara, CA	209 State Street	TRAIN
Santa Barbara, CA	552 University Road	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Goleta

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
INNOVATIVE MICRO TECHNOLOGY	75 ROBIN HILL ROAD	SANTA BARBARA
MCGHAN MEDICAL CORPORATION	700 WARD DRIVE	SANTA BARBARA
PRESTIGIOUS AUTO BODY & PAINTING	265 ORANGE AVE	SANTA BARBARA
SABLE OFFSHORE - LAS FLORES CANYON TREATING PLANT	12000 CALLE REAL	SANTA BARBARA

Airports Near Goleta

24 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Oxnard Airport	OXR	Medium Airport
Point Mugu Naval Air Station (Naval Base Ventura Co)	NTD	Medium Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport	SBA	Medium Airport
Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field	SMX	Medium Airport
Vandenberg Space Force Base	VBG	Medium Airport
7R Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Ballinger Canyon Airport	-	Small Airport
Bechers Bay Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Christy Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Crawford Airport	-	Small Airport
Cuaslui Creek Airport	-	Small Airport
Lompoc Airport	LPC	Small Airport
New Cuyama Airport	-	Small Airport
Point Bennett Research Station Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Porter Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Ranger Station Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Santa Cruz Island Airport	SZN	Small Airport
Santa Cruz Ranch Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Santa Ynez Airport	SQA	Small Airport
Shepherd Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Smugglers Cove Airport	-	Small Airport
Taft Kern County Airport	-	Small Airport
Upper Hartman Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Vosburgh Airfield	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Goleta

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

California Highway Patrol	6465 Calle Real
City of Goleta Police Marketplace Substation	7042 Marketplace Drive
Goleta Valley Sheriff Station	4434 Calle Real
Isla Vista Foot Patrol	6504 Trigo Road
Old Town Goleta Police Station
Santa Barbara Police Department	215 East Figueroa Street
University of California Police Department

Grocery Stores in Goleta

10 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7 Eleven Store 15191 C	Convenience Store	7390 Calle Real
Albertson's 354	Supermarket	7127 Hollister Ave
Costco Wholesale 0474	Super Store	7095 Market Place Dr
CVS Pharmacy 11216	Other	7030 Hollister Ave
Dollar Tree 7714	Other	175 N Fairview Ave
Goleta Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	7004 Market Place Dr
Smart & Final 702	Super Store	7090 Hollister Ave
Sprouts Farmers Market 412	Supermarket	175 N Fairview Ave
Target Store 2872	Super Store	6865 Hollister Ave
Wingstop #2592	Restaurant Meals Program	129 N Fairview Ave

Post Offices in Goleta

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office	400 Storke Road

Treatment Centers in Goleta

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Casa Serena - Treatment Programs for Women	Substance Abuse	805-966-1260 x1
Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse - Adult Residential Treatment Services	Substance Abuse	805-963-1836
Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse - Daniel Bryant Yth and Fam Ctr Adol Trt	Substance Abuse	805-730-7575
Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse - Project Recovery	Substance Abuse	805-564-6057
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - Cottage Residential Center	Substance Abuse	805-569-7422
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine	Substance Abuse	805-682-7111
Santa Barbara County - Child and Family MH Servs	Mental Health	805-884-1600
SB Adult Mental Health Services	Mental Health	805-681-5190

DOL Wage Violations in Goleta

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $12,416 in back wages owed to 28 employees.

Violations

$12,416

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Channel Coast Corp	-	-	93117	-	1	$5,600	$509	11
Nomura Yamasaki Landscapes	-	-	93117	-	1	$2,702	$270	10
Republic Elevator Company	-	-	93117	-	1	$2,383	$2,383	1
Devereux	-	-	93117	-	1	$1,730	$288	6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Goleta

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
12 STARS MINISTRY	6647 EL COLEGIO RD # A-327
ANTHEM CHAPEL OF GOLETA	6595 COVINGTON WAY
BEREAN BIBLE CHURCH OF GOLETA	PO BOX 693
CAMBRIDGE DRIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH	550 CAMBRIDGE DR
CENTRO CASA DE VIDA INC	215 PACIFIC OAKS RD APT 208
CHABAD AT UCSB	779 CAMINO PESCADERO
CHINUCH TOOLS	5985 TRUDI DR
CHURCH IN SANTA BARBARA	7914 WINCHESTER CIR
EMANUEL CHAPEL	5950 CATHEDRAL OAKS RD
ENDURING WORD	5662 CALLE REAL 184
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH OF GOLETA INC	7190 HOLLISTER AVE
GOLETA CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST	PO BOX 703
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH	380 N FAIRVIEW AVE
IGLESIA MINISTERIO BETEL INC	6067 SHIRRELL WAY
ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF SANTA BARBARA	302 N LOS CARNEROS RD
JUBILEE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	7190 HOLLISTER AVE
JUVY PROJECT INC	363 CANNON GREEN DRIVE E
LIVE OAK UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION	820 N FAIRVIEW AVE
MISSION ISLA VISTA	6737 SUENO RD
NEW GENERATION PENTECOSTAL CHURCH INC	PO BOX 1201
OAKS BIBLE CHURCH	PO BOX 67
OPEN DOOR SANGHA OF SANTA BARBARA CALIFORNIA	7295 ALAMEDA AVE
RIVENDELL	6589 CAMINO VENTUROSO
SANTA BARBARA VINEYARD CHURCH	PO BOX 448
SOUTH COAST CHURCH	5814 CATHEDRAL OAKS RD
SOWERS FIELD INC	5662 CALLE REAL 344
ST MICHAEL FOUNDATION INC	5614 MARBURY DR
THE CHURCH OF HIS CROSS OF SANTA BARBARA INC	5850 CATHEDRAL OAKS RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Goleta

What is the population of Goleta?

Goleta has a population of 32,693 residents and is located in California. The population density is 4,165 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.2% male.

Is Goleta expensive to live in?

Goleta is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $118,039, 57% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,002,500 (256% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,385 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Goleta safe?

Goleta is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,646 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Goleta receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Goleta?

Goleta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Goleta?

Goleta has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,356. There are 31,435 business establishments in the area, including 1,758 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 17.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Goleta?

The median home value in Goleta is $1,002,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,346,990. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,385. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 51.2%. The average annual property tax is $8,383.

How are the schools in Goleta?

Schools in Goleta have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 48.3% of adults in Goleta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. 20.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Goleta?

The obesity rate in Goleta is 24.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 20.1% are physically inactive. 20.9% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 97.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,230.

What is transportation like in Goleta?

The average commute in Goleta is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 61.7% of workers drive alone to work, 2.4% use public transit, and 17.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Goleta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Goleta is 51.5% White, 2.3% Black or African American, 2.6% Hispanic or Latino. 66.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 33.8% speak Spanish. 3.1% of the population are military veterans. 8.2% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

University of California-Santa Barbara, CA 11,634 pop · 1.4 mi Isla Vista, CA 13,717 pop · 1.6 mi Eastern Goleta Valley, CA 29,411 pop · 4.2 mi Mission Canyon, CA 2,296 pop · 8.2 mi Santa Barbara, CA 88,024 pop · 8.6 mi Montecito, CA 8,823 pop · 12.9 mi Summerland, CA 1,248 pop · 15.5 mi Toro Canyon, CA 1,736 pop · 17.0 mi Santa Ynez, CA 4,725 pop · 18.5 mi Solvang, CA 6,034 pop · 19.4 mi Carpinteria, CA 13,100 pop · 20.7 mi Buellton, CA 5,090 pop · 22.8 mi Oak View, CA 5,984 pop · 32.0 mi Mira Monte, CA 7,301 pop · 32.6 mi

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