Goleta Valley

Goleta, known as “The Good Land” by locals, is located west of Santa Barbara and has a population of approximately 30,000 residents.

Welcome to Goleta

 
Goleta, known as “The Good Land” by locals, is located west of Santa Barbara and has a population of approximately 30,000 residents. Located on a 10 mile stretch of beautiful coast and agricultural land, it is a family-friendly location. There is ample opportunity to picnic with friends and family at one of Goleta’s parks, to surf among the locals at the acclaimed Campus Point surf break, or to hike on stunning trails in the surrounding mountains. With miles of bicycle trails it is easy to explore the gorgeous seaside and wooded landscape of Goleta. Spending time amongst beautiful monarch butterflies at Goleta’s Ellwood Butterfly Preserve is not to be missed.
 
Discover the city’s three major shopping centers, each just a few block away from nearby hotels featuring an eclectic mix of brand name stores as well as local retailers and host to local farmers markets twice a week. Goleta has the areas only bowling lanes, ice-rink, drive-in movie theatre and trampoline gym. Every year in October, the city of Goleta hosts the California Lemon Festival.
 
It’s fun and exciting for friends of all ages. And the lemonade is exceptional. The University of California Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport are just minutes away from Goleta. A lot of Santa Barbara’s industrial complexes are out in Goleta. With a temperate Mediterranean climate, friendly locals and lots of resources, Goleta “The Good Land” is a very desirable place to live and work.

Overview for Goleta Valley, CA

32,677 people live in Goleta Valley, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $44,410. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,677

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$44,410

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Goleta Valley, CA

Goleta Valley has 11,593 households, with an average household size of 2.8. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Goleta Valley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,677 people call Goleta Valley home. The population density is 4,161.02 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,677

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35

Median Age

51.38 / 48.62%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
11,593

Total Households

2.8

Average Household Size

$44,410

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Goleta Valley, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Goleta Valley. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Montessori Center School
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
La Patera Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
3/5
Brandon Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
Ellwood Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
Coastline Christian Academy
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
Dos Pueblos Senior High
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Goleta Valley Junior High
PUBLIC
7th - 8th
4/5
Santa Barbara Charter
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
Kellogg Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
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