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Goleta, CA vs Mountain View, CA

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Are people in Mountain View older or younger than people in Goleta?
- The Median Age in Mountain View is 0.4 years older than in Goleta.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mountain View or Goleta?
- Mountain View housing costs are 50.5% more expensive than Goleta housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mountain View or Goleta?
- The average commute for residents of Mountain View 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 Mountain View?
Mountain View, California offers a unique mix between traditional landmarks such as Moffett's Hangar One or the NASA Ames Research Center for any aerospace aficionado combined with modern attractions such as Shoreline Amphitheater or GooglePlex.

 Goleta, CAMountain View, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock82,409329,725,481
 Median Income$104,830  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,178,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.5%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 Mountain View    15 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

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I've lived here 25 years. Perfect climate. Very central for employment opportunities. Really great schools. 45 min to San Fran, 45 min to Santa Cruz beach. Shoreline  More

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Over 15 years ago

I was born and raised in Mountain View. I used to really like this city, and California. Unfortunately, the city (along with the state) has been over run with high  More

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