Eastern Goleta Valley, CA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Eastern Goleta Valley | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 26,924 | 38,909,900 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1595.1 | 237.3 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.60% | 0.19% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 45.9 | 35.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 10,211 | 13,415,389 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Eastern Goleta Valley grew by 10.2% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 27,432 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Eastern Goleta Valley has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Eastern Goleta Valley | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $123,789 | $96,718 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.89% | 6.01% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.5% | 6.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Eastern Goleta Valley is about 28% higher than in California.
Housing
| Metric | Eastern Goleta Valley | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $663,067 | $642,203 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $2,464 | $1,955 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 63.2% | 55.8% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Eastern Goleta Valley is about 22.4 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $2,464 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Eastern Goleta Valley spend about 30 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 127 hours, about 5.3 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Eastern Goleta Valley | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 15.2 | 23.6 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 30.4 | 47.2 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 127 | 197 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $3,922 | $6,099 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 19.2% | 15.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 23,479 | 16,509 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,178 | 2,449 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Eastern Goleta Valley is 15 minutes, shorter than the 24 minutes in California.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Eastern Goleta Valley has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Eastern Goleta Valley | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 46.2% | 33.0% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.57 | 2.85 | 2.54 |
Health
Eastern Goleta Valley has a health index of A, which means it is very healthy.
| Metric | Eastern Goleta Valley | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 82.9 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 11.9% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 8.8% | 13.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastern Goleta Valley, California.
What is the population of Eastern Goleta Valley, California?
The population of Eastern Goleta Valley, California is 26,924, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Eastern Goleta Valley, California?
The population density of Eastern Goleta Valley, California is 1595.1 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Eastern Goleta Valley, California?
The median household income in Eastern Goleta Valley, California is $123,789, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Eastern Goleta Valley, California?
The median home price in Eastern Goleta Valley, California is $663,067, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Eastern Goleta Valley, California?
The unemployment rate in Eastern Goleta Valley, California is 4.5%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.