Explore the Goleta, CA Neighborhood Guide

Known for its long fishing pier and sunbathing beaches.

Welcome to Goleta

This lovely little town on the California coast, nestled at the base of the Santa Ynez mountains, is dotted with rolling hills, orchards, nurseries, and beautiful golf courses. Goleta, just West of Santa Barbara, is rural in feel but located only minutes to shopping, restaurants, research centers, and the University of California.
 
Goleta Beach, known for its long fishing pier and sunbathing beaches, offers picnic areas, volleyball, children’s play areas, and excellent kayaking and surfing. Goleta also boasts numerous oak-studded parks and nature preserves. The Sterling/Ellwood Preserve is home to a variety of flora and fauna, as well as some 60,000 migratory butterflies.
 
Goleta is a quiet suburban community once known as a farming region. Many of the lovely housing neighborhoods are still surrounded by orchards lemon, orange, and avocado. Homes built on the hillsides offer spectacular vistas of the ocean and the Channel Islands. Goleta also offers some of the more affordable housing on the South Coast from entry-level homes to condominiums.
 
Goleta is loved by many for its friendly warm atmosphere. The majestic mountains, blue Pacific, and mild Mediterranean climate make it a wonderful place to call home.

Overview for Goleta, CA

32,693 people live in Goleta, where the median age is 35.5 and the average individual income is $52,610. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,693

Total Population

35.5 years

Median Age

High

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

$52,610

Average individual Income

Around Goleta, CA

There's plenty to do around Goleta, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

20
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
66
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sidez, On The Side, and Green Star Coffee.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Green Star Coffee Logo
Dining · $ 0.48 miles 31 reviews 4.9/5 stars
M. Special Brewing Company Logo
Dining · $$ 0.56 miles 181 reviews 4.3/5 stars
Too! Cafe at Teledyne Flir Logo
Dining · $ 0.59 miles 27 reviews 4.6/5 stars
Indo-China Market Logo
Dining · $$ 0.6 miles 75 reviews 3.6/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Goleta, CA

Population Households Employment

Goleta has 12,135 households, with an average household size of 2.68. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Goleta do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,693 people call Goleta home. The population density is 4,163 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,693

Total Population

High

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

35.5 years

Median Age

52 / 48%

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
12,135

Total Households

2.68

Average Household Size

$52,610

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, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Goleta. 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.
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Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Spanish-style Saratoga home with red tile roofs, tower-like chimneys, and landscaped driveway. Tan stucco home with a red tile roof, two-car garage, arched entry, and landscaped front yard. Monarch butterflies cluster on leafy plants against a bright blue sky. Sandy beach beneath coastal bluffs, with waves and distant mountains across the water. Yellow wildflowers cover a meadow bordered by trees beneath a wide, cloud-streaked sky. Coastal beach at sunset, with calm surf and rocky cliffs along the shore. Goleta’s coastline and neighborhoods meet the Pacific Ocean beneath the Santa Ynez Mountains. Aerial view of Goleta’s residential valley, with a lake, green fields, and mountains beyond. Two horseback riders follow a sunlit trail through rolling, brush-covered hills. Wooden pier over the ocean at sunset, reflected across the wet beach. Golden fried rings piled on lettuce beside a thick slice of tomato. Pond and tall grasses reflecting a pink-orange sunset beneath a cloudy sky. Heron standing among seaweed on a shallow shoreline as waves break and a surfer rides in the distance. Goleta plaza framed by tan columns, with benches and a Rancho Real Estate sign. Breaded fried patties with dipping sauce, greens, lemon, and a purple orchid garnish. Large home overlooking a curving pool and landscaped patio, with mountains in the distance at sunset. Furnished living room with a grand piano, lit fireplace, coffered ceiling, and patterned rugs. Bright white kitchen with a large stone island, bar stools, and two rectangular pendant lights. Modern home exterior at dusk with a raised deck, outdoor dining set, and broad glass doors. Furnished living room with dark blue sofas, an orange accent wall, and a skylight. Tan townhouses surround a landscaped courtyard with raised garden beds and paved walkways. Goleta coastline with an oceanfront path and white Spanish-style building. Cream two-story building with a tiled roof, glass entrance, and landscaped grounds beneath mature trees. Loaded pizza with pepperoni, olives, peppers, and onions, with a slice lifted and cheese stretching. Golf course green with a white flag, sand bunker, and trees along the fairway. Santa Barbara Airport entrance with arched glass doors, palm trees, and people crossing the plaza. White two-story house with dark shutters and broad porches, framed by mature trees. Two-story adjoining homes with balconies, dark trim, and landscaped front yards. Goleta coastline at golden hour, with a sandy beach, ocean, coastal greenery, and mountains in the distance. Two white egrets perch on a branch, one spreading its wings above the water. Goleta railway station, a yellow two-story building surrounded by greenery. Goleta beach with a palm-lined shore and mountains in the distance. Monarch butterfly hovering beside pale purple and white wildflowers. Coastal homes on a bluff above a beach at golden hour, reflected in shallow water. Goleta landscape with mountains, green fields, and their reflection in a calm pond. Sunset over the ocean beside a dark beach and rocky cliffs. Aerial view of Goleta neighborhoods, a pond, green open space, and mountain foothills.

Property Listings

450 Ellwood Beach Drive
Pending
MLS® 26-3412

$4,950,000

450 Ellwood Beach Drive, GOLETA, CA 93117
1 Bed 1 Bath
Two-story stucco home with terracotta roofs, stone tower, broad paved driveway, and landscaped entrance.
For Sale
MLS® 26-1449

$3,775,000

7705 Kestrel Lane, GOLETA, CA 93117
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,361 Sq.Ft.
Two-story stucco home with an arched entry, tropical landscaping, and a covered driveway.
For Sale
MLS® 26-3215

$3,650,000

224 King Daniel Lane, GOLETA, CA 93117
5 Beds 4 Baths 4,318 Sq.Ft.
Two-story tan home with a tile roof, mature trees, fenced entry paths, and flowering shrubs.
For Sale
MLS® 26-1881

$2,800,000

357 Mathilda Drive, GOLETA, CA 93117
10 Beds 10 Baths 4,864 Sq.Ft.
5691 Via Salerno
For Sale
MLS® 26-3559

$2,499,000

5691 Via Salerno, GOLETA, CA 93117
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,568 Sq.Ft.
Beige stucco home with a white garage, brick chimney, and landscaped front yard.
Pending
MLS® 26-2735

$1,995,000

5667 Cielo Avenue, GOLETA, CA 93117
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,137 Sq.Ft.
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