Summerland, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
1,248 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$133,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$2,000,001 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,142 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,112 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.3% 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 leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (42%) 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 64
Jul 0 0 69
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 1 0 64
Nov 1 0 58
Dec 3 0 53

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Summerland Elementary
<1 miles, NW · 3.7star
Montecito Union
3 miles, NW · 4.6star
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Colleges

Westmont College
5 miles, NW · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital
13 miles, NW · 5star
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Airports

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
14 miles, NW · 1.4star
Bob Hope Airport
72 miles, SE · 2.3star
Los Angeles International Airport
75 miles, SE · 4.6star
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