Isla Vista, CA vs Santa Barbara, CA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Isla Vista, CA is 14% cheaper to rent than Santa Barbara, CA, with median rents of $3,417 vs $3,967. Household income is higher in Santa Barbara, CA ($106,182 vs $25,972). Isla Vista, CA is more renter-heavy at 98.8% renters.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents