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Goleta, CA vs Aiken, SC

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Are people in Aiken older or younger than people in Goleta?
- The Median Age in Aiken is 11.6 years older than in Goleta.

Are housing costs cheaper in Aiken or Goleta?
- Aiken housing costs are 81.8% less expensive than Goleta housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Aiken or Goleta?
- The average commute for residents of Aiken is 6.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Goleta.

Things to do in Goleta?
Goleta CA can be found north Santa Barbara full of scenic routes perfect for bike rides such as Camino Cielo Loop showcasing some breathtaking views alongside private gardens, art galleries & wineries giving vacationers a chance to explore area's culture.

Things to do in Aiken?
Aiken SC seats southwest North Augusta well-known among tourists thanks to its variety of activities like horse riding, golfing at Woodside Plantation Country Club or exploring nearby Hitchcock Woods giving vacationers a chance relax in the nature’s beauty!

 Goleta, CAAiken, SCUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,516329,725,481
 Median Income$104,830  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock46.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,178,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.27  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Goleta    2 Reviews

Lived in this area 2014-now (2022), Goleta for 4 years of that. Pros: *The climate is unbeatable, unless you enjoy being overly hot or cold, or snow sports which  More

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I live in Goleta and work part-time in Santa Barbara. I am semi-retired and have a decent income. Making wise choices of where to spend my income has always been  More

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Reviews for Aiken    34 Reviews

I'm going on 3 years living in Aiken. Moving here not having any family or friends was difficult. I'm thankful for the people I have met who now feel like lifelong  More

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Aiken is a magical place. It is beautiful and historic, has all the amenities, and Hitchcock Woods is a treasure! I feel blessed to have lived in Aiken for 3 years. As a  More

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Aiken is a unique town to visit or live in. I've lived in Toronto, ON Canada, Lynchburg, VA and in Aiken. I am 24 years old and moved here from VA just over two years  More

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