Compare: Saratoga, CA and Goleta, CA

Saratoga CA

180.2

Cost of Living

above US average

29,903

Population

8.73

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$237,730

Median Income

above US average

$3,948,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty rate Data is updating, will be available soon

4.4%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Goleta CA

105.0

Cost of Living

above US average

32,432

Population

16.93

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$113,889

Median Income

above US average

$1,516,229

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.2%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Saratoga

Engaged local events
Friendly community vibe
High job opportunities
Active nightlife scene
Great weather year-round
Diverse dining options
Family-friendly activities
Access to nature and parks
Low crime rates
Strong school system

Cons of Saratoga

Homogeneity in demographics
High housing prices
Limited nightlife options
Occasional smoke from fires
Fewer cultural events
Limited public transport
Long commutes to work
High cost of living
Traffic congestion issues
Not many affordable housing

Pros of Goleta

Family-friendly activities abound
Strong job market in tech
Welcoming, friendly locals
Low crime rate reported
Active outdoor lifestyle options
Vibrant local art scene
Close to UC Santa Barbara
Great weather year-round
Beautiful coastal scenery
Diverse community events

Cons of Goleta

Limited nightlife options
Racism issues reported
Political divides among residents
Expensive housing market
Limited public transportation
Traffic congestion during peak times
Wildfire risk in dry seasons
High cost of living
Economic inequality observed
School funding disparities