As of 2012, Solvang's population is 5,245 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of -2.63 percent. --------------------The median home cost in Solvang is $490,900. Home appreciation the last year has been -1.26 percent. --------------------Compared to the rest of the country, Solvang's cost of living is 71.30% Higher than the U.S. average. --------------------Solvang public schools spend $5,212 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $5,691. There are about 17.2 students per teacher in Solvang. --------------------The unemployment rate in Solvang is 8.20 percent(U.S. avg. is 8.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Solvang jobs have Increased by 0.23 percent.
Ranked #4 2005 Best Places to Live
Ranked #10 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
Ranked #10 America’s Best Cities for Foodies
Ranked #11 Most Competitive Public Colleges
Ranked #37 Best Green Cities
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 |  --------------------Average Commute time is 23 minutes. The National Average is 28 minutes. --------------------Solvang's Real Estate Market (click to see properties)
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• Million Dollar Houses
• Homes from $750,001 to $1,000,000
• Homes from $500,001 to $750,000
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