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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA vs Santa Barbara, CA

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Are people in Santa Barbara older or younger than people in Rancho Palos Verdes?
- The Median Age in Santa Barbara is 10.6 years younger than in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Are housing costs cheaper in Santa Barbara or Rancho Palos Verdes?
- Santa Barbara housing costs are 8.2% less expensive than Rancho Palos Verdes housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Santa Barbara or Rancho Palos Verdes?
- The average commute for residents of Santa Barbara is 17.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Rancho Palos Verdes.

Things to do in Rancho Palos Verdes?
Rancho Palos Verdes, California is found in Los Angeles County providing residents outdoor activities around Point Vicente Interpretive Center and leisure sites such as Trump National Golf Club along with dining spots like The Point Cafe & Grill.

Things to do in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara, California has something for everyone - from fantastic beaches to world-class shopping and dining experiences. Visitors can explore Old Mission Santa Barbara or take part in various water activities around Stearns Wharf.

 Rancho Palos Verdes, CASanta Barbara, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock89,132329,725,481
 Median Income$158,996  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,662,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time34.14  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Santa Barbara    51 Reviews
Kitt · Alhambra, CA
ONCE BEAUTIFUL, NOW RUINED
Over 4 years ago

I moved to Santa Barbara around 23 years ago to study at Brooks, which like most of the Santa Barbara that I knew—has been destroyed. Homelessness, drugs, gangs, high  More

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Griesel · Santa Barbara, CA
Beautiful and friendly
Over 4 years ago

I fell in love with Santa Barbara about thirty years ago and finally moved here a few years ago. Because of the price of homes, it is an expensive place to live. The  More

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John · Santa Barbara, CA
A once great town goes downhill
Over 4 years ago

If you like high crime, paying a $4,500 a month mortgage and crazy high taxes, this is the place for you. It’s too bad because it wasn’t always like this. When I moved  More

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