Overview
Cost of Living
Crime
Climate
Interactive Map
Jobs
Education
Economy
Health
Religion
People
Politics & Voting
Housing Stats
Commute Time
Rankings
Upgrade to Premium

2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Goleta, CA vs Blacksburg, VA

Change Cities
Highlights
Are people in Blacksburg older or younger than people in Goleta?
- The Median Age in Blacksburg is 13.1 years younger than in Goleta.

Are housing costs cheaper in Blacksburg or Goleta?
- Blacksburg housing costs are 69.3% less expensive than Goleta housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Blacksburg or Goleta?
- The average commute for residents of Blacksburg is 2.4 minutes shorter 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 Blacksburg?
Blacksburg, Virginia is a small town located in Montgomery County. The town is the home of Virginia Tech and offers visitors plenty of outdoor activities and dining options.

 Goleta, CABlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,385329,725,481
 Median Income$104,830  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock21.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,178,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.27  Unlock26.38
Cost of Living
Reviews for Goleta    2 Reviews
Boop · Santa Barbara, CA
Great climate, community could be more connected
Over 3 years ago

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

   |    Reply
MCecilia · Goleta, CA
Too Rich For My Life Style
Over 17 years ago

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

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Goleta

See all reviews
Reviews for Blacksburg    12 Reviews
Sarah · Hampton, VA
Whole neww world
Over 9 years ago

Growing up I thought my city was the best thing since sliced bread. However, since moving to Blacksburg I have changed my tune. Amazing community and  More

   |    Reply
DrZ · Blacksburg, VA
Blacksburg pros & cons
Over 14 years ago

Blacksburg is a very nice place overall, but like others has its pros and cons. It's a small, clean, quaint college town amid rural farmland and forested mountains. The  More

   |    Reply
kent · Blacksburg, VA
blacksburg, va climate
Over 14 years ago

4 great seasons without  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Blacksburg

See all reviews
Most Recent Searches On Compare Cities
Moving from:Moving to:
 Surprise, ArizonaGolden, ColoradoCompare
 Amherst, New HampshireDillon, MontanaCompare
 Santa Rosa, New MexicoRedding, CaliforniaCompare
 Grand Junction, ColoradoFlagstaff, ArizonaCompare
 Bountiful, UtahMemphis, TennesseeCompare
 Lakeland, FloridaWinter Haven, FloridaCompare
 Payette, IdahoStar, IdahoCompare
 Murray, UtahSalt Lake City, UtahCompare
 Graham, WashingtonLas Vegas, NevadaCompare
 Daphne, AlabamaHope, MaineCompare

Learn More About Goleta, California
Overview
Cost of Living
Job Market
Crime
Climate
Economy
Religion
Voting
Learn More About Blacksburg, Virginia
Overview
Cost of Living
Job Market
Crime
Climate
Economy
Religion
Voting
Premium Subscription
Includes Cost of Living compares for child care, utilities, transportation, health, taxes, housing for home owners vs renters, weather, insurance premiums and so much more.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

Privacy Policy  •  Terms of Use  •  Returns & Refunds
© Best Places. All rights reserved.