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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Santa Barbara, CA vs San Pablo, CA

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Are people in San Pablo older or younger than people in Santa Barbara?
- The Median Age in San Pablo is 6.6 years younger than in Santa Barbara.

Are housing costs cheaper in San Pablo or Santa Barbara?
- San Pablo housing costs are 63.5% less expensive than Santa Barbara housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, San Pablo or Santa Barbara?
- The average commute for residents of San Pablo is 17.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Santa Barbara.

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.

Things to do in San Pablo?
San Pablo, CA is the home to more than 10 miles of inviting trails perfect for mountain bikers or hikers looking for some fresh air amid nature's wonders. As well as recreational outdoorsy activities there are also plenty of restaurants to taste traditional Hispanic dishes ranging from Mexican tacos to Salvadorian pupusas plus numerous wineries offering tastings nearby too!

 Santa Barbara, CASan Pablo, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,975329,725,481
 Median Income$89,243  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,525,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.15  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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