Solvang, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
6,034 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$118,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$936,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,190 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,700 $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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 51
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 1 0 56
May 0 0 60
Jun 0 0 64
Jul 0 0 68
Aug 0 0 68
Sep 0 0 66
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 3 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, CA State Senate District 21, CA Assembly District 37, CA
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Schools

Solvang Elementary
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Refugio High
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
Santa Ynez Valley Union High
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Lompoc Valley Medical Center
17 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital
22 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
53 miles, N • 1 star
Meadows Field
84 miles, E • 1 star
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