Information on Goleta, Santa Barbara County
The City of Goleta is located in the state of California, in Santa Barbara County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Goleta City HALL, Santa Barbara County
| Goleta City Hall's address | Goleta Goleta Municipal Building 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B Goleta, CA 93117 United States | |
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| Phone number of Goleta City Hall | +1 805-961-7500 | |
| Goleta, CA email | Loading... | |
| Goleta official website | cityofgoleta.org | |
| Mayor of Goleta | Edward Easton | |
| Santa Barbara County, California: Vital Records | Goleta vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your California birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Goleta
What county is Goleta CA in?Goleta, CA is located in Santa Barbara County |
Where is Goleta, California ?Goleta is in Santa Barbara County, situated in Southern California, United States. It lies along the Pacific Coast and is part of the Santa Barbara metropolitan area. Located west of Santa Barbara city, it is near the University of California, Santa Barbara. Goleta is accessible via U.S. Route 101, connecting it to other coastal cities. |
What is the cost of living in Goleta CA ?The cost of living in Goleta, California (Santa Barbara County) is relatively high. Housing costs average around $1,000,000 for a median home. Transportation expenses are approximately 15% above the national average, while grocery prices are about 10% higher. Overall, residents should expect to budget significantly for daily living expenses. |
Goleta administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | California |
| County | Santa Barbara - other counties in California |
Goleta building department, CA
If you're planning a construction project in Goleta, CA, you'll need to obtain the necessary permissions from the city's Planning and Environmental Review Department. Located at the Goleta City Hall, this department is your primary point of contact for submitting applications and gathering essential information. To ensure a smooth process, it's recommended you reach out to the office directly to inquire about the associated costs and estimated processing times, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. Engaging early with the department will help you navigate the regulatory requirements efficiently and stay on schedule.
| Office | Goleta Building and Safety Division |
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| City | Goleta |
| State | California |
| Address | 6300 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117 |
| Phone | 805-961-7540 |
| Website | https://www.cityofgoleta.org/city-hall/planning-and-environmental-review/building-safety |
Demography of Goleta
| Name of Goleta inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 29 888 inhabitants | 235 / 1 161 | ||
| Population density in Goleta | 3 776,1 pop/sq mi (1 458,0 pop/km²) | |||
Goleta City (CA) statistics
| Goleta CA Median household income | $85,000 |
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| Goleta CA Poverty rate | 12.5% |
| Goleta CA Unemployment rate | 3.8% |
| Goleta CA Educational attainment | 92% |
Air quality
| Goleta Air Quality Today | 30 (Good) |
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Events nearby
| Alicia Villarreal | 2025-05-30 at Arlington Theatre | ||
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| Mary Chapin Carpenter w/ Brandy Clark | 2025-06-16 at The Lobero | ||
| Gogol Bordello w/ Puzzled Panther | 2025-07-25 at Arlington Theatre | ||
| Yachtley Crew | 2025-08-16 at Arlington Theatre | ||
| Wyatt Flores | 2025-09-13 at Arlington Theatre | ||
 | Aly & AJ w/ Amanda Shires | 2025-11-09 at Arlington Theatre | |
 | MANIA: The ABBA Tribute | 2026-01-29 at The Lobero |
List of Passport Facilities in Goleta, CA
This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Goleta, CA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| UCSB DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION | 516 OCEAN ROAD | 8058933738 |
| SANTA BARBARA MAIN POST OFFICE | 836 ANACAPA STREET | 8055642270 |
| OXNARD POST OFFICE | 1961 NORTH C STREET | 8052787615 |
| LOMPOC - ANDERSON RECREATION CENTER | 125 WEST WALNUT AVE. | 8058758100 |
| SANTA MARIA MAIN POST OFFICE | 201 E. BATTLES ROAD | 8059220321 |
| CITY OF SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 421 S. MCCLELLAND STREET | 8059250994 |
| TAFT POST OFFICE | 427 NORTH STREET | 6617633342 |
| THOUSAND OAKS LIBRARY | 1401 E JANSS RD | |
| ARROYO GRANDE LIBRARY | 800 WEST BRANCH | 8054737161 |
| GROVER BEACH POST OFFICE | 917 GRAND AVE. | 8054895138 |
| MALIBU CITY HALL | 23825 STUART RANCH ROAD | 3104562489 |
| POINT DUME STATION | 29160 HEATHERCLIFF RD | 3104578617 |
| PISMO BEACH POST OFFICE | 100 CREST DRIVE | 8054815971 |
| CASTAIC PASSPORT MEGA SITE | 28201 FRANKLIN PARKWAY | 6617757171 |
| SANTA CLARITA OLD TOWN NEWHALL LIBRARY | 24500 MAIN ST. | 6612590750 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Goleta
There are 12 bank branches in Goleta.
MUFG Union Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Goleta with 3 branch offices, followed by Community West Bank, National Association with 2 branch offices and then JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 2 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Goleta:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
|---|---|---|
| MUFG Union Bank, National Association | 3 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Community West Bank, National Association | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Rabobank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Bank of America, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Wells Fargo Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Pacific Western Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| American Riviera Bank | 1 | Full Service Retail Office |
Goleta administrative numbers
| Goleta City code | 0630378 |
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| Goleta City postcode | 93117 |
Toponymy and translation of Goleta
| Arabic: غوليتا، سانتا باربارا | Japanese: ゴリータ | Korean: 골레타 |
| Russian: Голета | Chinese: 戈利塔 |
Transportation modes in Goleta
| Airport | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport 1.8 miles 26.9 miles Oxnard Airport 38.4 miles |
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Goleta territory
| Goleta area | 7,92 sq mi (20,50 km²) |
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| Goleta altitude | 20 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 34.4406 Longitude: -119.814 Latitude: 34° 26' 26'' North Longitude: 119° 48' 50'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -8:00 (America/Los_Angeles) Summer time : UTC -7:00 Winter time : UTC -8:00 |
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| Natural parks | Goleta isn't part of a natural park |
What is Goleta close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Solvang and Buellton | ||
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| Solvang | Solvang | |
| Solvang |  | Santa Barbara |
| Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara | |
| Santa Barbara 6.4 miles | Carpinteria 17 miles | Solvang 21.4 miles |
| Buellton 24.8 miles | ||
Distance between Goleta and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 85 miles closest | Houston : 1463 miles | Philadelphia : 2465 miles |
| Phoenix : 447 miles | San Antonio : 1294 miles | San Diego : 191 miles |
| Dallas : 1330 miles | San Jose : 227 miles | Jacksonville : 2234 miles |
| Indianapolis : 1882 miles | San Francisco : 290 miles | Austin : 1317 miles |
| Columbus : 2050 miles | Fort Worth : 1297 miles | Charlotte : 2200 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Goleta, CA
Elementary schools in Goleta
Brandon Elementary
District of Goleta Union ElementaryLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 445
Ellwood Elementary
District of Goleta Union ElementaryLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 416
Isla Vista Elementary
District of Goleta Union ElementaryLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 462
Kellogg Elementary
District of Goleta Union ElementaryLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 413
La Patera Elementary
District of Goleta Union ElementaryLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 387
Santa Barbara Charter
District of Santa Barbara UnifiedLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 310
Middle schools in Goleta
Goleta Valley Junior High
District of Santa Barbara UnifiedLowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 775
High schools in Goleta
Dos Pueblos Senior High
District of Santa Barbara UnifiedLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2057
Private schools in Goleta
Coastline Christian Academy
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8Students : 107
Montessori Center School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6Students : 269
Santa Barbara Montessori School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8Students : 76
Waldorf School Of Santa Barbara
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 7Students : 87
Leisure and activities in Goleta surrounding area
| Zoo | |
|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Zoo to Santa Barbara 8.3 miles | |
| Golf course | |
| Twin Lakes Golf Course to Santa Barbara 1.1 miles | Hidden Oaks Country Club to Santa Barbara 1.6 miles |
| La Cumbre Country Club to Santa Barbara 3.4 miles | Santa Barbara Golf Club to Santa Barbara 4.3 miles |
| Rancho San Marcos Golf Course to Santa Barbara 8.4 miles | Montecito Country Club to Santa Barbara 9.1 miles |