Montecito

Welcome to Montecito

Cradled between the mountains and the sea, oak-studded Montecito with its Mediterranean climate, majestic mountains, and blue Pacific, has been the home to the rich and famous since the early 1900s.

Located just 2 miles from downtown Santa Barbara, Montecito is known for its legacy of historic mansions and expansive estates tucked discretely behind hedges and surrounded by lush exotic gardens. Montecito boasts two quaint shopping areas, Upper and Lower Village, where strollers will delight in the mix of fine galleries, high-end boutiques, and excellent restaurants.

For the social-minded and sports enthusiast, Montecito has a bounty to offer. There are three private country clubs The Valley Club, Birnamwood Country Club, and Montecito Country Club with world-class golf courses, tennis, swimming, and a myriad of social activities. For the serious tennis player, Knollwood Tennis Club has long been the local’s favorite. Beach lovers enjoy Montecito’s Coral Casino with its Jr. Olympic pool, cabanas, and restaurants overlooking Blue Pacific and Butterfly Beach. Just down from the Casino, Hammond’s Beach offers some of the best surfing in California. The numerous mountain hiking trails in Montecito are famous for their breathtaking views and spectacular waterfalls.

Montecito -full of beauty and grandeur-offers many varied options for residential living. Choose from large estates on manicured acres, hidden cottages on tree-lined lanes, or easy-care condominiums just steps from the beach. Come to Montecito-you will never want to leave.

Overview for Montecito, CA

10,451 people live in Montecito, where the median age is 54.4 and the average individual income is $107,232. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,451

Total Population

54.4 years

Median Age

High

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

$107,232

Average individual Income

Around Montecito, CA

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

10

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

3

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Organic Soup Kitchen, Semi Private Chef, and Johnny Was.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Organic Soup Kitchen page on Yelp Search 126 E Haley St on Google Maps	Dining	4.64 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Semi Private Chef page on Yelp Search 205 W Montecito St on Google Maps	Dining	4.94 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Johnny Was page on Yelp Search 1159 Coast Village Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	2.37 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lovebird Boutique & Jewelry Bar page on Yelp Search 7 E De La Guerra St on Google Maps	Shopping	4.85 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mindful Barbell page on Yelp Search 414 Chapala St on Google Maps	Active	4.83 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sweep - Santa Barbara page on Yelp Search 16 Helena Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.58 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the La Playa Pilates and Wellness Center page on Yelp Search 1809 E Cabrillo Blvd on Google Maps	Active	2.73 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Stape Cycles page on Yelp Search 224 Anacapa St on Google Maps	Active	4.6 miles	31 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chi Beauty Artistry page on Yelp Search 914 Anacapa St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.87 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Skin Prophecy page on Yelp Search 1230 Coast Village Cir on Google Maps	Beauty	2.31 miles	23 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Heavenly Mobile Massage page on Yelp	Beauty	3.5 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Face Forward page on Yelp	Beauty	4.81 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Teeny Bikini page on Yelp Search 2173 Ortega Hill Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.06 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Goodland Glow Spray Tan page on Yelp	Beauty	4.85 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the MUDITĀ Skin Health page on Yelp Search 814 Presidio Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.79 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shanie Crosbie page on Yelp	Beauty	0.75 miles	29 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Take 5 Bodywork page on Yelp Search 2020 Alameda Padre Serra on Google Maps	Beauty	4.85 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Oksana's Facials page on Yelp Search 22 N Milpas St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.8 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lindas Glow page on Yelp Search 1211 Coast Village Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.33 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Montecito, CA

Population Households Employment

Montecito has 4,409 households, with an average household size of 2.12. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Montecito do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 10,451 people call Montecito home. The population density is 490.61 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,451

Total Population

High

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

54.4

Median Age

45.18 / 54.82%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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10-17 Years

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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

4,409

Total Households

2.12

Average Household Size

$107,232

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Montecito, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Montecito. 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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