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Santa Barbara County
City in California, United States
Overview
Santa Barbara County, set between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, is renowned for its Mediterranean climate, scenic beaches, rich culture, and charming Spanish-style architecture. The area includes cosmopolitan Santa Barbara City as well as relaxing coastal and inland communities, offering endless outdoor activities and culinary adventures.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
448,229
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
34.54°, -120.03°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
73
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$4,780
Local Cost
$3,362
Local Income
$4,700
Cashless
96
English
99
Temperature
16.3°C
Summer Avg
20.7°C
Winter Avg
12.0°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
1.7°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
404 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SQA
Distance
9 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 92/100.
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