Marina, CA vs Santa Barbara, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Marina
63.9
#1731 nationally
Santa Barbara
59.8
#1944 nationally
Marina leads in crime level (8.0 vs 17.8). Marina leads in cost of living index (159 vs 225). Santa Barbara leads in average commute (17.6 min vs 24.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Marina, CA | Santa Barbara, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.9 (#1731) | 59.8 (#1944) |
| Population | 22,833 | 86,499 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $871,019 | $1,848,325 |
| Median Household Income | $85,783 | $98,346 |
| Average Commute | 24.5 min | 17.6 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 61 |
| Crime Level | 8.0 | 17.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 159 | 225 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+29.9 | D+26.7 |
D
63.9 Score
Marina, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$871,019
Population
22,833
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
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F
59.8 Score
Santa Barbara, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,848,325
Population
86,499
Crime
High
Walk Score
61
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