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What Is the Average Rent in Santa Barbara County, California?
County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Santa Barbara County, California is $2,131/month (±$35), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $790,700 (±$17,571), and the median household income is $98,161/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Average Rent in Santa Barbara County, California and Neighbouring Counties
Housing Metrics for Santa Barbara County, California
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $2,131 |
| Median Home Value | $790,700 |
| Median Household Income | $98,161 |
| Total Housing Units | 149,608 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 71,264 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 48% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 21,363 households |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,708 | +0.0% |
| 1 BR | $1,838 | +0.0% |
| 2 BR | $2,150 | +0.0% |
| 3 BR | $2,516 | +0.0% |
| 4 BR | $2,954 | +0.0% |
| 5+ BR | $3,289 | +0.0% |
How does Santa Barbara County, California compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all counties in California.
Higher rent than 77% of counties in California · 14th of 56
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Mateo County | $2,922 |
| 2 | Santa Clara County | $2,857 |
| 3 | Marin County | $2,668 |
| … 10 more … | ||
| 14 | Santa Barbara County(you are here) | $2,131 |
| … 39 more … | ||
| 54 | Imperial County | $1,056 |
| 55 | Lassen County | $1,000 |
| 56 | Modoc County | $836 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Santa Barbara County, California?
The median gross rent in Santa Barbara County, California is $2,131/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Santa Barbara County, California?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Santa Barbara County, California is $2,150/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$63. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Santa Barbara County, California?
The median home value in Santa Barbara County, California is $790,700 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Santa Barbara County are rent-burdened?
In Santa Barbara County, California, 21,363 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Santa Barbara County, California?
The median household income in Santa Barbara County, California is $98,161/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $2,131 has a margin of error of ±$35. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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