Santa Barbara County, county in southern California, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 444,766 inhabitants. The county was created 174 years ago in 1850. Its county seat is Santa Barbara.
There are 14 city/town in Santa Barbara County, CA. The largest city of Santa Barbara County is Santa Barbara with a population of 90,254. Other cities include, Lompoc population 42,253, Orcutt population 35,262, Goleta population 32,629, Isla Vista population 23,096
Flanked by the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara County boasts a beautiful stretch of Southern California coastline. The city of Santa Barbara serves as the county seat, with its red-tiled roofs, white stucco buildings, and winding streets reflecting the area's Spanish heritage. Visitors can explore top attractions like the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara or seaside Stearns Wharf.
Just up the coast, the city of Goleta offers a more low-key vibe with miles of unspoiled beaches. Nature lovers can hike the trails around Lake Los Carneros or stroll through the orchards at Goleta Valley Community Park. For dining and entertainment, Old Town Goleta has a collection of shops and restaurants.
Inland in the Santa Ynez Valley lies the charming towns of Solvang and Buellton. Solvang boasts Danish-style architecture while Buellton is best known as the gateway to Santa Barbara wine country. Tasting rooms, galleries, and gourmet eateries abound in both locales.
With its mix of quaint towns, urban culture, agricultural landscapes, and breathtaking coastlines, Santa Barbara County encapsulates much of the appeal of Southern California in one scenic region. Its diversity of cities provide options for laidback beach getaways or active weekend escapes.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Santa Barbara County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Buellton | City in Santa Barbara County, California | 5,449 |
Carpinteria | City in California | 13,228 |
Goleta | City in Santa Barbara County, California, United States | 32,629 |
Guadalupe | City in Santa Barbara County, California | 8,140 |
Isla Vista | California | 23,096 |
Lompoc | A city in Santa Barbara County, California. | 42,253 |
Mission Canyon | Census-designated place in Santa Barbara County, California | 2,381 |
Montecito | Unincorporated census-designated place in Santa Barbara County, California | 8,965 |
Orcutt | Census designated place | 35,262 |
Santa Barbara | The most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California. | 90,254 |
Santa Ynez | Town in Santa Barbara County, California, United States | 4,418 |
Solvang | City in Santa Barbara County, California, United States of America | 5,556 |
Toro Canyon | Census-designated place in Santa Barbara County, California | 1,508 |
Vandenberg Village | Census-designated place in Santa Barbara County, California | 6,497 |