Carpinteria, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
13,100 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,233 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$965,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$895 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,290 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Barbara County
4
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara Metro Area
4
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Barbara County
4
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara Metro Area
4
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (38%) Conservative

Climate

Oceanic climate. Mild temperatures year-round with frequent rainfall and limited seasonal extremes. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 53
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 3 0 56
Apr 1 0 59
May 0 0 62
Jun 0 0 65
Jul 0 0 68
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 1 0 64
Nov 1 0 58
Dec 2 0 53

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Carpinteria Middle
1 miles, NW · 2.3star
Canalino Elementary
2 miles, N · 1.9star
Carpinteria Family
2 miles, N · 4.1star
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Colleges

Westmont College
10 miles, NW · 2.8star
Santa Barbara City College
11 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
13 miles, NW · 5star
Ventura County Medical Center
16 miles, SE · 2.3star
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Airports

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
20 miles, NW · 1.4star
Bob Hope Airport
66 miles, SE · 2.3star
Los Angeles International Airport
70 miles, SE · 4.6star
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