Cost of Living in Goleta, CA
Population: 32,693 • 2026 Data
$118,039
Median Household Income
+53% vs national
$2,385
Median Monthly Rent
+77% vs national
$1,002,500
Median Home Value
+196% vs national
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Goleta
The median home value in Goleta, CA is $1,002,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,385, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,453.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Goleta, CA is $118,039. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, with a labor force of 18,862 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.