Vandenberg AFB, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,688 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,096 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$735,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$779 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,460 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 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 3 0 50
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 3 0 53
Apr 1 0 55
May 0 0 59
Jun 0 0 63
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 66
Sep 0 0 64
Oct 1 0 60
Nov 1 0 54
Dec 2 0 49

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Vandenberg Middle
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
Cabrillo High
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Crestview Elementary
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

CET-Santa Maria
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Allan Hancock College
16 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lompoc Valley Medical Center
7 miles, S • 2.3 star
Marian Regional Medical Center
16 miles, NE • 3.2 star
French Hospital Medical Center
39 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

San Luis County Regional Airport
36 miles, N • 1 star
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
43 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Meadows Field
95 miles, E • 1 star
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