Santa Maria

CA

Santa Barbara County, California

Population 444K |Median income $98,161 |6 hospitals

Population
443,701
Santa Barbara County
Median Income
$98,161
+44% vs avg
Median Home Value
$790,700
+247% vs avg
Median Age
34.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
444K+4%
Median Income
$98,161+56%
Median Home Value
$790,700+75%
Poverty Rate
14.7%-8%
Unemployment
6.3%-32%

Economics

Median Rent
$2,131/mo
Poverty Rate
14.7% +4% vs avg
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.8%
Work From Home 13.4%
Public Transit 2.2%

Population

White 48%
Asian 5.3%
African American 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
31.3%
High Blood Pressure
30.4%
Obesity
26.1%
Physical Inactivity
24.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.7%
Diabetes
10.8%
Current Smoking
10.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65.3%
Annual Checkup 70.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
0
★★★
0
★★
1
★
1
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
4
GOLETA VALLEY COTTAGE HOSPITAL
SANTA BARBARA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
SANTA BARBARA COTTAGE HOSPITAL
SANTA BARBARA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
MARIAN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
SANTA MARIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
LOMPOC VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
LOMPOC · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Santa Maria Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Santa Maria, CA? ▼
Santa Maria, CA has a population of 443,701 people, located in Santa Barbara County, California.
What is the median household income in Santa Maria? ▼
The median household income in Santa Maria, CA is $98,161 per year. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
What is the median home value in Santa Maria? ▼
The median home value in Santa Maria, CA is $790,700. Median rent is $2,131/month.
What are the top health concerns in Santa Maria? ▼
The top health indicators in Santa Maria include Short Sleep Duration (31.3%), High Blood Pressure (30.4%), Obesity (26.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Santa Maria? ▼
Santa Maria has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Santa Maria? ▼
The median age in Santa Maria, CA is 34.6 years. 36.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Santa Maria, CA is located in Santa Barbara County, California. With a population of 444K and a median household income of $98,161, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Santa Maria area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Santa Barbara County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.